Almost every Black woman or girl has purchased hair extensions for box braids, boho braids, twists, faux locs and other styles. The latest research shows that many of those extensions are full of ...

An alarming study by Silent Spring Institute tested 43 braiding hair extensions, primarily used by Black women, and identified 169 chemicals present, including many harmful substances such as flame ...

One editor shares her experience with Box Braid extensions. Jackie Fields What is it: Box braid hair extensions Who Tried it: PEOPLE magazine Writer-Reporter Jackie Fields Why she did it: About a year ...

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Box braids are one of the most popular styles for Summer vacation thanks to stars like Beyoncé and movies like Poetic Justice. This style uses synthetic, straight hair to create long plaits The term ...

Feed-in braids are undoubtedly one of the most popular protective styles. See our 50 favorite hairstyles featuring feed-in braids.

Get ready moms, young girls’ hair is getting interesting this year. From braid bars in malls to feather extensions, your daughter may be asking to make some changes to her locks. If you think feathers ...