When Consumer Reports first tested synthetic braiding hair last year, scientists found potentially dangerous heavy metals and ...

The most classic type of braids out there? Box braids. This timeless style is loved for being the most versatile for all hair types. “Box braids are individual braids that are created by separating ...

Almost every Black woman or girl has purchased hair extensions for box braids, boho braids, twists, faux locs and other ...

One year after our groundbreaking investigation found toxic chemicals, we did follow-up testing. The new results are also ...

Braids have a long, rich, storied history that intertwines both practicality and cultural status. The French braid, in particular, dates back thousands of years to North Africa and ancient Greece, but ...

Myha'la, Zoe Kravitz, and Ravyn Lenae prove that small braids, with extra leave-out, make for a natural and chic look.

For our second evaluation of braiding hair, CR tested 30 human and synthetic hair products to determine if there are less ...

Simple braids can be a quick way to get your hair out of your face before a workout, while more complex braids can be dressed up or down. You can braid your own hair with some practice and patience or ...

One of my favorite styles in the spring (or anytime of year really) is a cool braided hairstyle. But when I see an Instagram-worthy 'do or an amazing voluminous crown braid, I can't help but feel a ...

Braids are beloved for a myriad of reasons. They act as a protective style and lead to low manipulation of your natural hair, they're a fun way to add personality to a look, and they're a creative ...

The confidence that comes from wearing a crown is unparalleled — why else would royalty carry on this tradition for centuries or the tiara hair accessory make its way to every occasion from ...