Why Do People Braid Hair? Many people choose braids as their go-to hairstyle because they’re stylish and low maintenance. They also protect your hair from daily styling, breakage, and the elements, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." There's something undeniably alluring about the classic French braid. With a few twists of the wrists ...

Mesyah, 10, said when she first got her hair braided as a little girl, she loved how it made her feel free and like herself. But since entering a more diverse school district in the city of Troy with ...

Kimberly Burke was just 10 years old when braiding came to her rescue for the first time. "I started braiding my dolls’ hair when I went into foster care," the Freeport native, now 55, recalls.

Students looking to up their braid game can now achieve intricate styles from a salon near campus. Criss Cross Braid Studio at 219 King Ave. provides only braiding hairstyling services, specializing ...

Braids are beloved for a myriad of reasons. They act as a protective style and lead to low manipulation of your natural hair, they're a fun way to add personality to a look, and they're a creative ...

Human hair provides a natural look that blends seamlessly with your own hair and lasts longer. Synthetic hair is budget-friendly, requires minimal upkeep, and offers a variety of styles. Human hair ...

To braid or not to braid? It’s a question many Black women are asking as summer approaches, after Consumer Reports says its investigation found 10 popular synthetic braiding hair products contain ...