Learn how to create stunning cornrow braids with extensions in this in-depth, step-by-step hair tutorial by Maryam Hampton.

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The act of protecting our natural hair in the form of box braids has been a mainstay in the Black hair community. Waist-length ‘Poetic Justice’ braids or a Maxine Shaw-inspired braided bob are a go-to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." There's something undeniably alluring about the classic French braid. With a few twists of the wrists ...

The braids have a unique symbolism behind their beautiful patterns. Here, we break down everything you need to know about the style.

Extensions are the easiest and quickest way to add major length to your hair, but that's not all they do. They can also bulk up fine, flat hair and add colorful dimension, all while looking incredibly ...

Hair experts Lacy Redway and Kieara Hill break down the boho box braids trend. A quick search of the term "boho braids" or "goddess braids" on TikTok is all it takes to see rising interest in the the ...

Here's how a year without braids helped one writer recover from traction alopecia and find healthy protective styles.

When Takondwa Semphere braided her hair back to back for 10 months straight using synthetic hair extensions made by the popular brand X-Pression, her scalp became extremely itchy, red and tender. She ...

Harmful substances were discovered in 10 synthetic hair products, often used by Black women to create braids and other hairstyles, according to a recently released Consumer Reports study. Last year, ...

After stern admonishments from the Massachusetts attorney general’s office, the Boston-area charter school that punished black girls for wearing braided hair extensions decided Sunday to suspend its ...