Braiding traditions across the African diaspora both predate and defy the colonial confines set forth to erase and subjugate ...

Black women are starting to pay more for their hair care because of the Trump administration’s tariffs on goods imported from China. Many Black women have hair types and workplace-favored ...

Not having braided hair “creates more of a hassle for everything,” said Sims, who counts herself among the tens of millions of women who regularly spend on the Black hair care industry.

"Jaja's African Hair Braiding" is the comedic Broadway play closing out Ensemble Theatre's 2025 season. Why it's a must-see.

Black women have long relied on braids for beauty and care. Research on toxic chemicals in synthetic hair is prompting a movement toward alternative plant-based hair options.

According to a US Consumer Reports study published recently, ingredients that can cause cancer were found in 10 synthetic ...

For many Black women, braids, wigs, and weaves are more than just a hairstyle. They’re a cultural expression, protective care ...