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

We decided to make the layers a bit longer since Doechii’s natural hair is pretty long. I also made the braids extra tiny and added my own twist with a textured cut. It wasn’t showcased ...

Synthetic braiding hair is under fire after a Consumer Reports study found toxic chemicals, sparking safety and regulation concerns.

Ten popular synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain chemicals that may cause cancer, according to a Consumer Reports investigation. For many people, especially Black women and ...

Box braids, cornrows, twists, faux locs, weaves, crochet hair–the possibilities are endless. But are these beloved styles more harmful rather than helpful? Synthetic hair, commonly used for ...

After alarming chemicals were found in synthetic braiding hair, health officials are warning those to be deligent about ...

Hair braiding is a beauty rite of passage for many people of color, including me. I’ve been wearing braids in my 4A hair since before I can remember, as well as adding extensions to them since ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair -- something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children. Testing found potentially ...

The Michigan gymnastics team's tradition of braiding hair has created long-lasting and unbreakable bonds among the athletes.

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation around Black beauty and health.

Hair stylist & braider Evalyn Denis discusses styling Doechii’s winning look at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards.