Box braids, cornrows, twists, faux locs, weaves, crochet hair–the possibilities are endless. But are these beloved styles more harmful rather than helpful? Synthetic hair, commonly used for ...

The global hair extensions market reached $7.9 billion in 2023 and continues to expand rapidly, with synthetic options dominating due to their affordability and accessibility. Unlike human hair ...

Last month, a Consumer Reports study found cancer-causing carcinogens in ten synthetic braiding hair brands, including Sensationnel and Shake-N-Go. After testing two samples from each, lead was ...

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

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LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A shocking new report from Consumer Reports has uncovered a hidden danger lurking in some of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products on the market. The investigation ...

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and other styles using synthetic hair as we head toward warmer weather. However, Consumer Reports shared new test results that reveal potential health risks. Consumer Reports tested 10 braiding ...

Now, recent research emerging from the US is linking synthetic braid hair to carcinogens (cancer-causing chemicals), lead, and volatile compounds, leaving many to question just how protective ...