Protective hairstyles like braids are often a go-to option for Black women. They help keep natural hair thriving, limiting ...

To braid or not to braid? It’s a question many Black women are asking as summer approaches, after Consumer Reports says its ...

Braided hairstyles ... also offer a protective hairstyle that promotes healthy hair growth. Bantu knots are a unique and ...

For years, Black women have ... were allowed to braid their hair. Then, in the 20th century, as African Americans gained their freedom and status, some chose Eurocentric hairstyles, which meant ...

A new study found cancer-causing chemicals in several synthetic hair brands used in a number of popular braiding styles.