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 ...

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 ...

Now, braids are dipped in boiling hot water to seal the ends. "I used to think, 'This stinks so bad; it can't be good for us,'" she said, adding that the burning process used to darken her fingertips.

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 ...

A recent Consumer Reports (CR) study revealed that various synthetic braiding hair brands we’ve all used at some point—from Sensationnel to Shake-N-Go—contain carcinogens, heavy metals ...

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LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Police responded to a shooting at a gas station on Lake Lansing Rd in East Lansing Monday afternoon that injured one person. No arrests have been made so far.

EAST LANSING, Mich — East Lansing Police are investigating a shooting at a Speedway on the corner of Lake Lansing Rd. and Abbot Rd. in East Lansing. According to police, they found evidence of a ...

CHARLOTTE — A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair—something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children. Testing ...

It’s expected for your hair to change as you grow older. You might see it lose its color, become thinner, or break more easily. But using the right products and giving it the care it deserves ...