Amira Rasool is a NYC-based writer. She covers all topics around hair and fashion. As the name suggests, Marley twists were inspired by legendary Reggae musician Bob Marley's iconic mane. A popular ...

Protective styles are the most popular for long-lasting hairstyles for black hair. They not only reduce breakage and manipulation, but they also let you experiment with daring, imaginative styles ...

In the vibrant heart of Ghana, where the sun kisses the skin and the rhythm of life is ever-pulsating, maintaining a stylish yet manageable hairstyle can be both a desire and a challenge. The tropical ...

Get the full transformation—from braid down to makeup—with this stunning Plait Passion Twist crochet style featuring Dorsanee Hair. Total glam in one session! Ex-QB Mark Sanchez arrested, faces three ...

In the Black community, protective hairstyles are essential and often the go-to hairstyle for any occasion. Box braids, cornrows, twists, faux locs, weaves, crochet hair–the possibilities are endless.

Kimberly Burke was just 10 years old when braiding came to her rescue for the first time. "I started braiding my dolls’ hair when I went into foster care," the Freeport native, now 55, recalls.