A new study found that synthetic hair brands used for braiding contain harmful chemicals. Consumer Reports said it found carcinogens in all the products they tested. The company analyzed 10 synthetic ...
From bohemian braids to feed-ins, Black people have always used braided hairstyles for protection, ease and versatility. These braided looks often include trendy and affordable synthetic hair. But ...
The rapidly expanding synthetic hair market has become a multibillion-dollar industry largely targeting Black women seeking affordable protective styling options. However, recent investigations have ...
As anyone who has ever gotten a protective style knows, the process requires plenty of decision-making. Box braids or sister ...
Black women’s metaphorical pledge of allegiance to braids dates back thousands of years. In the 60s, advancements in polymer technology (the manufacture of materials such as plastics, paints, rubber, ...
JUST when we thought it had faded away forever, Sun In is back. The Nineties favourite has returned along with new copycat products promising a natural lift without that signature brassy yellow tinge ...
The citric acid in lemon juice is a natural bleaching agent that may lighten hair when combined with sun exposure. However, having lemon juice on your skin in the sun can cause a reaction. Squeezing ...
JUST when we thought it had faded away forever, Sun In is back. The Nineties favourite has returned along with new copycat products promising a natural lift without that signature brassy yellow tinge ...