If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen miracle knots, or miracle braids, all over your ...

Black folks —and women in particular — are familiar with the exhausting process of getting our hair braided, or worse, receiving a “Hey girl” text from our stylists, meaning our hair’s not getting ...

Deemed the "Halo Braid," the braiding tool helps stylists by reducing the time needed to complete the popular style. The invention of a hair-braiding robot has won a startup competition at Harvard ...

On a steamy July day in Harlem, the women of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding open up their salon and go about their business. Someone is running late. Someone else arrives with gripes about a co-worker ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Harlem hair salon at the center of “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” Jocelyn Bioh’s exuberant workplace comedy, ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” which opened on Broadway in 2023, just staged its L.A. premiere at Mark Taper ...

Synthetic braiding hair from major brands found to contain carcinogens, heavy metals, and organic compounds. Findings raise concerns for Black women seeking alternatives to toxic chemical ...

The summer and fall seasons brings with it the trend of protective styles. When we talk about protective styles, we’re referring to a range of options like braids—box braids, knotless braids, tropics ...

Concerns are growing over the safety of chemical hair relaxers as research suggests that heavy use may be linked to an increased risk of certain cancers. So, Consumer Reports looked into some chemical ...

How synthetic braiding hair may be putting Black women’s health in jeopardy For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found ...

Why Do People Braid Hair? Many people choose braids as their go-to hairstyle because they’re stylish and low maintenance. They also protect your hair from daily styling, breakage, and the elements, ...

Hey Besties ! Learn the easiest way to re-braid your hair at home! Follow this simple video guide for a fresh, stylish look that’s perfect for any occasion. Also, if you like the video, make sure to ...