From bohemian braids to feed-ins, Black people have always used braided hairstyles for protection, ease and versatility. These braided looks often include trendy and affordable synthetic hair. But ...

Women who use chemical hair-straightening products may be at a higher risk for uterine cancer, and Black women may be more affected due to their higher rate of use, according to a new study. The study ...

Personal care products such as lipstick, moisturizer and shampoo still contain potentially toxic chemicals despite industry progress, a new report found.

The California Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act went into effect January 1, 2025. The state of California is forcing manufactures to change the ingredients in their products if wished to be sold in the state.

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair—something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children. Testing found potentially ...

Doctors are calling it a health emergency: A new study found harmful, cancer-causing chemicals in some synthetic braiding hair products. Channel 2’s Audrey Washington spoke with health experts and ...

Harmful substances were discovered in 10 synthetic hair products, often used by Black women to create braids and other hairstyles, according to a recently released Consumer Reports study. Last year, ...

A plan for the US Food and Drug Administration to propose banning formaldehyde and certain formaldehyde-releasing chemicals from being used in hair-straightening products remains in limbo under ...

Hair dye is a popular cosmetic product used by millions to change or enhance hair color. While convenient and widely available, many store-bought hair dyes contain chemicals that may be harmful to ...

Blow-drying, straightening, or curling your hair in the morning might seem harmless—but it could be filling your lungs with as much pollution as standing on a busy highway, scientists warn. A research ...