Tested synthetic braiding hair brands such as Sensationnel, Sassy Collection and Magic Fingers all contained multiple ...

For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and ...

For many generations, braids have symbolized unity, culture and beauty, especially within the Black community. The art of braiding is not just about styling hair. Instead, it’s about celebrating one’s ...

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

A new study found that many popular synthetic hair brands have cancer-causing toxins in them. These products are marketing to ...

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 ...

Ingredients that can cause cancer were found in 10 synthetic hair products marketed to Black women, according to Consumer Reports. Nine of the products also contained lead.