Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...

The quality of the materials used to create the fibers is what determines how closely a bundle of synthetic hair mimics ...

For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and ...

When synthetic hair is dipped in hot water during ... She said human hair wigs are a popular alternative, as well as human hair bundles that can be used for braided hairstyles.

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation around Black beauty and health.

For as long as they have been around, braid extensions have been marketed as a “protective style”, allowing wearers an escape ...

Consumer Reports tests synthetic braiding hair and finds carcinogens in all samples. Health risks include cancer, hormonal ...

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.

According to Consumer Reports, synthetic hair products widely used especially among women of African descent, are linked to cancer. A study tested 10 popular synthetic brands. Carcinogens were found ...