Ghanaian American playwright Jocelyn Bioh’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” is the product of “30-plus years of stories that I have lived in my brain.” Here’s the story behind the ...

NEW YORK (PIX11) – Millions of women rely on braids as a go-to summer protective style, but what if the hair used is putting their health at risk? New reports are shedding light on a troubling ...

Doctors are calling it a health emergency: A new study found harmful, cancer-causing chemicals in some synthetic braiding hair products. Channel 2’s Audrey Washington spoke with health experts ...

This stunning blend of blonde ombré and heart-shaped lemonade braids is eye-catching. Perfect for anyone wanting a bold, feminine look. Trump is tired of waiting for Boeing to make him a new Air ...

Over the last few years, balayage and bronde have dominated the hair colour conversation – with sun-kissed, low-maintenance highlights becoming the blueprint for effortless hair. But if you cast ...

But a consumer watchdog’s laboratory analysis has found that the synthetic hair frequently used for box braids and faux locs may carry a price beyond the stylist’s fee. A Consumer Reports ...

It also incorporates extra hair, like synthetic braiding hair, to complete the job. Whether you’re the braider or the braidee, each look requires an intricate level of skill, a hefty investment ...

These fibres are engineered to mimic the look and feel of human hair and are often coated with chemicals to enhance its durability, and texture and give it that post-braid sheen we love.

Box braids, cornrows, twists, faux locs, weaves, crochet hair–the possibilities are endless. But are these beloved styles more harmful rather than helpful? Synthetic hair, commonly used for ...

A recent Consumer Reports (CR) study revealed that various synthetic braiding hair brands we’ve all used at some point—from Sensationnel to Shake-N-Go—contain carcinogens, heavy metals ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair, a product widely used by many, especially Black individuals ...

Hair braiding transcends simple aesthetics to become a cultural cornerstone for many people of color. These protective styles deliver both convenience and expression while providing natural hair a ...