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

Scientists tested 10 popular synthetic braiding hair products to see if they contain heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Horror stories from Black women and their experience with ...

Braiding is a staple hairstyle for Black women, but new studies show cancer-causing chemicals found in hair extensions. Here, we examine the issue.

She explained that formaldehyde-releasing preservatives can cause skin reactions and ultimately ... your routine is less dependent upon. “Black women often find themselves between a rock and ...

Women, especially black women, who are keen on enhancing ... for those who are conscious about what they put on their hair and skin. The oil is also effective in promoting hair growth and ...

TV and Black Girl Rising, Inc. convened a roundtable of Black women to discuss the complex relationship between hair, culture and health.