Braids have been an essential part of Black hair traditions across cultures for centuries. From ancient African civilizations to modern-day fashion runways, braids are culturally symbolic and ...

ATLANTA — Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get synthetic braids put in their hair. But they're wondering if the convenience and ...

This void in the market is unacceptable, especially with Black consumers representing 70 percent of the hair extension industry, according to market data. We use braids as forms of self-expression ...

A new study finds synthetic hair, commonly used for protective styles, is reportedly costing consumers their livelihood and ...

Braids are one of those hairstyles that seem deceptively easy but can be a real challenge ... A white circle with a black border surrounding a chevron pointing up. It indicates 'click here to ...

Braided styles are a year-round staple because of their versatility and ability to protect natural hair, but what happens ... are the go-to hairstyle for black and mixed heritage women across ...