A new report found carcinogens and lead in popular brands of synthetic hair widely used in salons. A Philly scientist says ...

Box braids or sister ... (or even require) human hair, others are much better suited to synthetic. Cost and maintenance also come into play when deciding between the two. We went to the pro ...

SUBSTANCES, IN 100% OF THE HAIR SAMPLES. FOR MANY PEOPLE ... reading labels carefully and limiting how long synthetic braids are worn to reduce risks for those who use or install them.

ATLANTA (AP) — Black women around the world gather in salons, dorm rooms and living rooms for hours at a time to get synthetic braids put in their hair ... only sampled two of each product ...

a lot of people love getting braids. But now, knowing what’s in these products? It’s really concerning,” she added. It’s not just the people wearing synthetic hair who are at risk ...

For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found that ...