To say the Black experience is multifaceted would be an understatement. For nearly 500 years, the global African diaspora has blended West and Central African foods, religions, and practices with ...

As Black women, we take great pride in our hair and will go to great lengths to make sure we achieve the perfect style — no ...

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with video game designer and UC Santa Cruz professor A.M. Darke, about her work on a new computer algorithm that more accurately illustrates Black hair.

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

Research exposes harmful chemicals in synthetic hair used for braids and extensions, creating health concerns for those wearing protective styles for long time.

Thanks to an eye-opening consumer report, Black women everywhere are thinking twice about what they put on their head.

New research raises concerns about the safety of chemical hair relaxers. Now, many Black women want safer alternatives.

Discover the steps for successful laser hair removal on Black skin, including the exact lasers to request and vital ...

Hazardous chemicals are lurking in products we use every day, in everything from perfumes and lotions to makeup and shampoos.