Braids have been an essential part of Black hair traditions across cultures for centuries. From ancient African civilizations ...

To put this into perspective, the thickness of a human hair ranges from about ... capable of moving across surfaces, weave together into intricate patterns that build the biomat structure.

Forgotten Women is a series dedicated to giving women of history the exposure they deserve. This week, we’re paying tribute to Christina Jenkins – the Fifties hair-styling innovator who gave ...