For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found that ...

When I was offered the chance to try Bellami’s at-home hair extensions, I jumped. Until recently, I didn’t realize just how ...

Research suggests the synthetic hair used for braiding could be bad for you - but will that stop women using it?

Braids might just be the answer whether you're looking for a protective hairstyle, casual look, or glamorous updo. Here, we've rounded up 20 different types of braids for every occasion.

Synthetic hair products are in the spotlight after a study found some materials sold to US consumers contain cancer-causing chemicals. For African women, braiding has for decades helped them maintain ...

wear braids using hair extensions. One survey found that 34% of Black women in the U.S. have worn braids using synthetic hair in the past three years. This percentage doesn’t include the many ...

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An African woman showcased how an Asian woman braided her hair in a TikTok video. The clip went viral online, sparking mixed reactions from South Africans.

The process can last up to five hours as stylists deftly part small, evenly-spaced sections of hair, and gradually add in extensions. Despite the long salon visits, braids have always been closely ...