Braids have been an iconic hairstyle for Black women for centuries. Over time, braiding has evolved into countless styles, ...

Standing as a hairstyle with deep roots in Black culture, people have worn cornrow braids for centuries. Originating in ...

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

Consumer Reports tests synthetic braiding hair and finds carcinogens in all samples. Health risks include cancer, hormonal ...

Consumer Reports found that several hair companies may be marketing cancer-causing synthetic hair products to Black women.

Braided hairstyles offer convenience for mostly African American girls and women who add human hair or synthetic fiber ...

How? It’s loaded with K18’s patented peptide blend, a combo of 123 amino acids, which helps strengthen hair and repair broken ...

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 ...