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

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

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

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.

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A new Consumer Reports study found carcinogens in 10 of the most popular synthetic hair product brands that are used commonly ...

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 ...

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