For our second evaluation of braiding hair, CR tested 30 human and synthetic hair products to determine if there are less ...

The City of Mableton has passed a local ordinance aimed at preventing discrimination based on natural hairstyles in schools and workplaces.

Almost every Black woman or girl has purchased hair extensions for box braids, boho braids, twists, faux locs and other ...

ESSENCE speaks with five professionals about confidently wearing their natural hair and celebrating authenticity at work.

JuQuita Vance of Lush Beauty Lounge in Milwaukee is teaching students that braiding is more than a hairstyle — it's a tradition rooted in survival, identity, and pride.

Isis Brantley, once arrested for braiding without a license, now teaches natural hair traditions nationwide and prepares for ...

A Dallas woman who once took on the State of Texas over natural hair‑braiding regulations is now shaping the next generation ...

Meet the winners of Bustle's 2026 Beauty Icon Awards for natural hair champions: 8 creators proving that there’s no single ...

Learn how to install pre-twist passion twist crochet hair with this easy step-by-step tutorial. This beginner-friendly guide ...

If I summed up my coloring journey in a meme, it would be along the lines of this gem saying, "I love it," to the hairdresser when I absolutely didn't. Maybe not absolutely—I've never quite hated my ...

Braids have long been among the top go-to protective hairstyles for Black women. They last long enough, they don’t require daily styling, yet they can be as versatile as you desire. Anyone who’s a fan ...

Watch this blonde boho twist style come to life with soft texture, natural flow, and beautiful detail. The lightweight twists create movement and dimension, giving a romantic, effortless finish that’s ...