Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion ...

Discover stunning African braids hairstyles to try in 2025. Image in this article show different ways of styling your braids using colors, curls, beads, etc.

CR tested 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products for heavy metals and VOCs. We found carcinogens and more in ...

Synthetic braiding hair is under fire after a Consumer Reports study found toxic chemicals, sparking safety and regulation concerns.

Ghana braids are a traditional African protective hairstyle that has been embraced for centuries. Known for their intricate and stylish appeal, these braids involve a feed-in technique where hair ...

Protective braided hairstyles are a core part of the Black experience, especially for Black women. It also incorporates extra ...

Tempest Golden, assistant campus director at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture, joined 13News to share about the history of African hair braiding. "Hair braiding was actually used as road maps," ...

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

Braided hairstyles offer convenience for mostly African American girls and women who add human hair or synthetic fiber ...

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 ...