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Black women’s metaphorical pledge of allegiance to braids dates back thousands of years. In the 60s, advancements in polymer ...

Protective braided hairstyles are a core part of the Black experience, especially for Black women. It also incorporates extra ...

Picking out the color of your next set of braids is a major decision. It’s beyond just a fashion statement; it determines the ...

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

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation, prompting the Black beauty ...

“There have not been enough Black women, in particular ... As a stylist, she said she understood that braids may have caused tension, hair breakage, allergic reactions and alopecia, but was ...

When you don’t acknowledge that people are different you get the “interim guidance” announced by the Marines this month that ...

Braids have always been more than just a hairstyle for Black women and girls. They’re a significant component to one’s ...