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

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

Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion ...

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

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

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

ATLANTA (AP) — Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get synthetic braids put in their hair. But they’re wondering if the ...

ATLANTA — Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get synthetic braids put in their hair. But they're wondering if the convenience and ...