Synthetic braiding hair from major brands found to contain carcinogens, heavy metals, and organic compounds. Findings raise concerns for Black women seeking alternatives to toxic chemical ...

Scientists tested 10 popular synthetic braiding hair products to see if they contain heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Horror stories from Black women and their experience with ...

Whether they want to streamline their beauty regimen, add some gorgeousness before vacation, or prepare their little ones for a few weeks at sleepaway camp, many Black people will pick braided ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair, a product widely used by many, especially Black individuals, including ...

Last year, a class action lawsuit against relaxer brands—including L’Oréal’s Dark & Lovely and Ultra Sheen, Just for Me, and Motions, among others— was filed for allegedly causing almost 10,000 cases ...

Ten popular synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain chemicals that may cause cancer, according to a Consumer Reports investigation. For many people, especially Black women and children, ...

Although significant progress has been made, the Black experience in America has always been limited — and the options for hair care are no exception. Before the rise of the natural hair movement, ...

We sent to the lab 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products on the market, from brands including Magic Fingers, Sassy Collection, Sensationnel, Shake-N-Go, and others. Carcinogens were ...

An investigation done by Consumer Reports is raising concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair. The organization tested 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair brands and found ...