A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair—something used by countless people, ...

Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...

CR tested 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products for heavy metals and VOCs. We found carcinogens and more in ...

For as long as they have been around, braid extensions have been marketed as a “protective style”, allowing wearers an escape ...

Additionally, rising prices impact accessibility to protective styles. Braids, traditionally a go-to option for low-maintenance hair care, are becoming less affordable, forcing many to either learn ...

Hair braiding is a cultural staple that protects natural hair. Discover key techniques for healthy maintenance.

For many people, especially Black women and children, braids are more than fashion. They are a time-tested tradition that makes hair maintenance easier and faster. “I like to wear braids because ...

I tried out Not Your Mother's Clean Freak 3-in-1 Dry Shampoo to see if it could become a staple in my daily hair routine because I wear knotless braids all year round. I am not kidding when I say ...

Children sometimes also wear braids made of synthetic hair, and CR has reported that ... Those wigs, along with ponytails, can be removed daily if the wearer prefers that. All important questions.