Why Do People Braid Hair? Many people choose ... But some types of plant-based hair, like hair made with banana fiber, may transfer color and can be trickier for stylists to work with, which ...

Ali Rogin (voice-over): On popular shows like Soul Train, black Americans rocked a fro. Others opted for braids, a classic look that exploded again in the late 90s and early 2000s. R and B star ...

A new report found carcinogens and lead in popular brands of synthetic hair widely used in salons. A Philly scientist says more transparency is needed for consumer safety. Shelly Smith braids hair for ...

The Illinois House unanimously passed a bill changing the state’s hair braiding laws. Illinois could make it much simpler for hair braiders across the state; a bill just passed in the Illinois ...

The process can last up to five hours as stylists deftly part small, evenly-spaced sections of hair, and gradually add in extensions. Despite the long salon visits, braids have always been closely ...

When it comes to beauty over 50, few things wield more power than hair color. The right shade doesn’t just enhance your features—it brings your complexion to life, adding warmth, depth and ...

ATLANTA — Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get synthetic braids put in their hair. But they’re wondering if the convenience and ...

You can completely change up your style and vibe, becoming completely anew just with some minor tweaks. If you’re ready to shed your old self, here are seven fall hair colors to experiment with this ...