Protective hairstyles are a great way to keep natural hair healthy and provide you with so many options to change up your look. Box braids are a classic go-to — there are endless ways to style them.

Crochet braids have earned their place as one of the most versatile and time-saving protective hairstyles. With trends constantly evolving, 2025 has brought new twists to the crochet braid game. But ...

Johns Hopkins researchers are urging black women to avoid weaves, braids and hair extensions because of the risks of permanent hair loss. Researchers say that these hair styles, which can pull on the ...

Traction alopecia is the hair loss that occurs after persistent gentle pulling on the roots over several hours or days. Unlike a hair pluck which is painful, persistent gentle pulling may go unnoticed ...

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