That time of year when braiding shops fill with women eager to protect their hair and make styling easy as they enjoy park ...

Ruka is the first Black woman-owned hair extension brand to launch at Sephora in 20 years. Ruka's patent-pending, biodegradable extensions are designed to look, feel, and perform like natural hair.

Big braid hairstyles are impossible to ignore—and that’s exactly the point. Defined by their fuller shape, eye-catching plays on texture, and impressive versatility, these statement plaits add an edge ...

Crochet styles don’t always get the same level of attention as knotless braids or sew-ins, but ask anyone who has sat in a stylist’s chair for eight-plus hours, and they’ll tell you: crochet hair is ...

The classic look has more range than you’d expect. How many braids can you combine together into one thick, voluminous braid? As Issa Rae shows here, the limit simply does not exist. You don’t have to ...

I decided to ditch my sleek, neat hair for chemical-free afro styles and noticed how differently I was treated. Changing my hairstyle has never just been about fashion – what it symbolises culturally ...

When Beyoncé takes the stage, it’s expected that all eyes will be on her - but lately, it’s her daughter Blue Ivy Carter who’s been stealing the spotlight, and not just for her dancing. During the ...

Did you know that braiding has been around for over 5,000 years, with roots in diverse cultures worldwide? This ancient art form is experiencing a renaissance, particularly in men’s fashion, as more ...

Syracuse, N.Y. — In Black communities, hair salons represent so much more than a place to get a quick trim. For a lot of us, salons and the stylists within them represent a space of solace–a home away ...