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

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation, prompting the Black beauty ...

Mariah Forde, or Mariah Celeste as she goes by on YouTube, will tell you just how important appearance is when appearing on ...

Crystal Aguh, MD, FAAD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine faculty, advocates for increased funding and education to address hair loss disparities within the African diaspora, emphasizing the need for ...

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

Anok Yai wouldn’t say it, but she has singlehandedly changed the modeling industry. The supermodel, who was born in Cairo, Egypt, took a long road to get to where she is today: walking the world’s ...

Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...

For many black women, hair braiding represents not just a cultural practice but a crucial aspect of hair maintenance and protection. According to a report by "Consumer Reports", an independent non ...

Research exposes harmful chemicals in synthetic hair used for braids and extensions, creating health concerns for those wearing protective styles for long time.

“Coloured hair extensions can pose more harm than black ones due to the chemical processes involved in achieving vibrant shades. While black hair dyes, whether in natural or synthetic ...

Braiding is a staple hairstyle for Black women, but new studies show cancer-causing chemicals found in hair extensions. Here, we examine the issue.

A global hair guru and brand founder reflects on her journey to healthy strands—and shares how keeping it real brought her ...