Hair is important in Black culture. Whether they’re rocking their natural hair or a protective style, the girls keep their hair done. One of the popular protective styles is braids.

Beauty at a Premium: The Emotional Cost. The Black hair experience is emotional, spiritual, and deeply tied to identity. Whether it’s preparing for a job interview, celebrating a birthday, or ...

For many Black women, braids, wigs, and weaves are more than just a hairstyle. They’re a cultural expression, protective care, and a form of everyday self-preservation in a society where beauty ...

The global Black hair care industry was worth about $3.2 billion in 2023, according to market.us, and Black women spend six times more on hair care than other ethnicities. AP You are viewing 1 of ...

For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found that these fake hair strands can contain dangerous chemicals that pose a ...

The global Black hair care industry was worth about $3.2 billion in 2023, according to market.us, and Black women spend six times more on hair care than other ethnicities.

For Black Women, Embracing Natural Hair Is About More Than Style Lindsay Opoku-Acheampong’s film “Textures” follows three women through the private and meaningful rituals of caring for their ...

For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and in many cases, a necessary solution for managing textured hair.

The industry braces for uncertainty Consultants vary on how much prices will rise, when they'll go up and for how long — and the full harm to stylists and consumers could be months away. The global ...