"I'm a wigs fan. I love wigs," said contestant and make-up artist Astrid Menekou. The 24-year-old told the BBC she was ...

Afro Puff Ponytail An afro puff ponytail is a fun and effortlessly-chic protective hairstyle that is perfect for short, natural hair. This style highlights the natural texture of the hair ...

Celebrity stylist Kim Kimble previously told Bazaar that, ultimately, the best braiding hair to use is one that seamlessly ...

Getting your first silk hair bonnet was a rite of passage growing up. I received mine, affectionately called a “chef hat,” at ...

This is a call for genuine acceptance and understanding in workplaces where everyone, regardless of hair texture or style, ...

This is where protective hairstyles come in. If you keep your hair natural, protective hairstyles are a great way to zhuzh up your look without any real form of commitment – and they’re versatile.

Braiding is more than a hairstyle. For generations, African American hair braiding styles have held deep cultural ...

A new study, published by Consumer Reports in February detected dangerous chemicals in several synthetic hair brands. Protective styles are meant to safeguard natural hair from environmental ...

There are a few ways to give your protective style a refresh ... scalp with oil in particular is essential to care for your natural hair underneath. “It also keeps the scalp fresh as you ...

Triangle Box Braids: A modern take on the look with triangular parting instead of squares.

With natural hair alternatives often priced significantly higher, synthetic options provide an affordable entry point for protective styling that fits within varying budget constraints ...