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.

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 ...

Thanks to an eye-opening consumer report, Black women everywhere are thinking twice about what they put on their head.

Consumer Reports found that several hair companies may be marketing cancer-causing synthetic hair products to Black women.

Popular for its blend of convenience and beauty, tree braids are a go-to choice for those seeking a new, stylish way to wear their hair.