"They have a bad reputation because people just don't understand them," says one cosmetic chemist.

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, ...

With spring in full swing, it’s the perfect moment for a beauty and grooming refresh – like a sleek new hairstyle, silky ...

Every year you may see periodic reminders that the height of the winter and summer months are colloquially referred to as "protective style season." From mermaid braids to sew-ins, certain hairstyles ...

Wondering how best to show off your tresses on the big day? When it comes to wedding planning, your hair is just as important as your dress – it is but one part of the main event, after all. If you’re ...

When the warm weather rolls around, there's nothing worse than heavy layers of hair weighing you down. Sweaty strands sticking to your neck and increased body temp make for a less-than-stellar sensory ...

A recent Consumer Reports (CR) study revealed that various synthetic braiding hair brands we’ve all used at some point—from Sensationnel to Shake-N-Go—contain carcinogens, heavy metals, and VOCs ...