Protective hairstyles like braids are often a go-to option for Black women. They help keep natural ... Section your hair into small or medium-sized parts using a comb or your fingers.

Most commonly known as "goddess braids," cornrows ... have breathed new life into one of the most enduring dos for black women. If you're ready to take on the most popular hairstyle for fall ...

Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found that these fake hair strands can contain dangerous chemicals that pose a health threat.

No wonder it’s a classic style that stands the test of time for Black women across the Diaspora! Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka, a clinical psychologist and natural hair stylist, notes that braids have ...

Though we still may be some weeks out until summertime, one of the go-to hairstyles for Black women during that season —a.k.a. braids— just might not see a resurgence thanks to a new consumer ...

A new study is raising concerns about the synthetic hair used in braiding Braids are one of the most popular hairstyles for black women, worn by celebrities and aunties alike - but questions are ...