ATLANTA (AP) — Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get ...

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

For many, braided hairstyles are more than just a fashion trend; they're a time-tested tradition that makes hair care easier.

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

They say beauty is pain, but it isn’t supposed to be deadly. So why has a new analysis found that 80% of more than 4,000 ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair—something used by countless people, ...

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

Experts weigh in on toxic chemicals found in braiding hair, whether regulations should be more strict, and if the findings ...

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

For many, braids are more than just a hairstyle—they are a cultural statement and a convenient, low-maintenance beauty choice ...

As with many products regularly used by Black women, the business of synthetic braiding hair is highly unregulated, and subsequently, there is still limited knowledge of its effects under ...