Traction alopecia is the most common type of hair loss among black American women ... make sure the braids are thick. Thinner braids pull more tightly. Don’t sleep in rollers. Wrap your hair instead.

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These stylists share the empowering looks that honor heritage, celebrate freedom, and embody the spirit of Juneteenth.

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Over the past few decades, the approvals and intricacies surrounding hair care have historically prioritized looser, finer, ...

June 19, 2025 • Journalist and author Isabel Wilkerson reflects on this year's Juneteenth celebrations — and the push and pull of the Black experience in America.