The same chemicals found in pipes, pesticides and floor tiles are also present in some synthetic and human hair extensions, a ...

A new study finds a variety hair extenions—from natural to synthetic—contain chemicals associated with cancer, birth defects and reproductive issues ...

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

The products’ health effects still need to be studied, but several compounds were found to exceed EU limits for consumer ...

Hair extensions—especially braiding hair and other add-in styles—are a staple of protective styling and a multibillion-dollar global industry. But new research is raising alarms that many extension ...

One editor shares her experience with Box Braid extensions. Jackie Fields What is it: Box braid hair extensions Who Tried it: PEOPLE magazine Writer-Reporter Jackie Fields Why she did it: About a year ...

Box braids are one of the most popular styles for Summer vacation thanks to stars like Beyoncé and movies like Poetic Justice. This style uses synthetic, straight hair to create long plaits The term ...

Discover the beauty of French curl braids—your perfect blend of curls and braids! Learn how long they last, maintenance tips, and the best extensions to achieve this stunning hairstyle. French curl ...

The most classic type of braids out there? Box braids. This timeless style is loved for being the most versatile for all hair types. “Box braids are individual braids that are created by separating ...