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

Consumer Reports finds harmful chemicals in popular synthetic hair used for braids and wigs, raising health concerns for ...

Black women’s metaphorical pledge of allegiance to braids dates back thousands of years. In the 60s, advancements in polymer ...

Box braids are a timeless choice, offering both style and protection for Black women. These individual plaits, typically ...

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

Credit: Photo courtesy of The Right Hairstyles.com The braided hairstyles many Black women and children wear ... synthetic hair frequently used for box braids and faux locs may carry a price ...