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 ...

Sassy Collection Kanekalon Jumbo Braid; Shake-N-Go FreeTress and Organique Mastermix; Hbegant Afro Twist; Debut Wavy Hair Weave and Darling Flexi Rod Curls Crochet. Our Black Hair Matters , an ...

A nutrient-rich diet may help your hair grow. But it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Other things, like age, genetics, medication use, environmental exposure, and overall health, also play a role in ...

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A shocking new report from Consumer Reports has uncovered a hidden danger lurking in some of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products on the market. The investigation ...

For Black women, braids are more than just a hairstyle. They’re a symbol of history, culture and artistry. Across generations and communities, braids represent a connection to heritage, ...

Consumer Reports (CR) has formally called into question the safety of braiding hair. However, an ambitious medical student named Chrystal G. Thomas first wrote a paper that was published called ...