Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...

For as long as they have been around, braid extensions have been marketed as a “protective style”, allowing wearers an escape ...

A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair, a product widely ...

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

Harmful substances were discovered in 10 synthetic hair products, often used by Black women to create braids and other ...

According to Consumer Reports, synthetic hair products widely used especially among women of African descent, are linked to ...

Ten synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain dangerous chemicals in them after being tested. Here's what to do when considering braids.

When the hair is dipped in hot water during installation—a standard practice—it releases volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair—something used by countless people, ...

Consumer Reports published a piece last month finding multiple brands of synthetic hair used for braids and other styles to ...

Some popular synthetic hair products used for braids, twists and extensions may contain cancer-causing chemicals and high levels of lead.