And for much of its run time at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” luxuriates in such territory. Marie (Jordan Rice) is instantly adorable in the way, pausing to roll ...

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 ...

Braiding has long been more than just a hairstyle in the Black community—it is a tradition, a statement of identity and a deeply personal form of self-expression. While braids offer beauty, ...

Users of synthetic braiding hair products have reported negative skin reactions," the study reported. Out of the 10 brands, two samples were taken from each. Within those samples, the report ...

Last month, a Consumer Reports study found cancer-causing carcinogens in ten synthetic braiding hair brands, including Sensationnel and Shake-N-Go. After testing two samples from each, lead was ...

You can achieve the braid by sectioning your hair into three portions. Next, cross the left strand over the middle to make it the new middle. Then, take the right strand and cross it over the ...

But a consumer watchdog’s laboratory analysis has found that the synthetic hair frequently used for box braids and faux locs ... and people of African descent are the largest group of consumers ...

How safe are braids and synthetic hair extensions? Consumer investigations in the United States have raised concerns, ...

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 ...

Celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway previously told Byrdie exactly how to get the milkmaid braid for yourself. "Divide your hair by the nape of your neck in two sections," she explained.

which was fashioned out of a large lock of faux hair. The ombré tresses cascaded past her waist and were styled in a neat braid. Gyllenhaal matched the accessory to her own brunette locks ...