The post Author Jaylene Clark Owens’ ‘A Black Girl And Her Braids’ Hopes To Change The Way Young Girls View Themselves ...

For many generations, braids have symbolized unity, culture and beauty, especially within the Black community. The art of braiding is not just about styling hair. Instead, it’s about celebrating one’s ...

Braiding is more than a hairstyle. For generations, African American hair braiding styles have held deep cultural significance, telling stories of survival, status and self-expression. What may seem ...

Nestled throughout Black neighborhoods, African braiding salons have served as the go-to spot for protective styles. Whether you’re getting traditional box braids or the latest popular bohemian locs, ...

The show curtain has a picture guide for the uninitiated: box braids, cornrows, micro braids, Ghana braids, tree braids. Even, if you’re lucky and the stylist is in the right mood, kinky twists. All ...

A majority of African American women (80%) reported feeling pressured to change their hair for work. Natural hair still regulated. The US Olympic Committee denied the use of swim caps for Afro hair.