When the hair is dipped in hot water during installation—a standard practice—it releases volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, that can irritate eyes, throat, and lungs.

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.

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation, prompting the Black beauty ...

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 ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair -- something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children. Testing found potentially ...

SO DO THESE PRODUCTS POSE A SIGNIFICANT CANCER RISK ... is raising concerns about the safety of some synthetic braiding hair brands. A recent study from Consumer Reports tested a number of ...

Some popular synthetic hair products used for braids, twists and extensions may contain cancer-causing chemicals and high levels of lead.

“The products were tested for heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can pose health risks such as cancer and hormonal disruption. Users of synthetic braiding hair products ...

Emergency officials responded to a crash on Sunday night, Mar. 30, that left one person in serious condition. Despite the tough loss, fans had a beautiful day to get out and enjoy watching the ...