Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get synthetic braids put in ...

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

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 ...

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

Now, recent research emerging from the US is linking synthetic braid hair to carcinogens (cancer-causing chemicals), lead, and volatile compounds, leaving many to question just how protective ...

Braided hairstyles offer convenience for mostly African American girls and women who add human hair or synthetic fiber extensions to their hair. Consumer Reports (CR) has formally called into question ...

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Braids hairstyles are the ideal low-maintenance hairstyles. These hairstyles are beautiful, versatile, and have remained fashionable for decades. They reduce hair breakage and are a great ...

Ten popular synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain chemicals that may cause cancer, according to a Consumer Reports investigation. For many people, especially Black women and ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair -- something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children. Testing found potentially ...