Braids have been an essential part of Black hair traditions across cultures for centuries. From ancient African civilizations ...

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with video game designer and UC Santa Cruz professor A.M. Darke, about her work on a new computer algorithm that more accurately illustrates Black hair.

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

A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair, a product widely ...

Some popular synthetic hair products used for braids, twists and extensions may contain cancer-causing chemicals and high levels of lead.

Braids have been a significant part of African and African-American culture for centuries. Though their popularity spans ...

From sleek, straight-back braids to intricate designs, here are nine of the most popular cornrow braid styles.

A bipartisan effort to ban hair discrimination has been reintroduced in Congress as the Trump administration targets ...

Additionally, rising prices impact accessibility to protective styles. Braids, traditionally a go-to option for low-maintenance hair care, are becoming less affordable, forcing many to either learn ...

Chemical carcinogens were found in popular synthetic hair products, raising safety concerns. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Chemicals that ...

Straight back braids, also known as cornrows, are sleek and timeless, making them a classic choice in protective style.

An analysis of more than 4,000 beauty and personal care products marketed to Black women revealed that nearly 80 percent of them contain toxic chemicals, according to a report released by the ...