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

Box braids are a timeless choice, offering both style and protection for Black women. These individual plaits, typically square-shaped, can be worn long or short. The beauty of box braids is their ...

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

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

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