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Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards. The question ...

Consumer Reports finds harmful chemicals in popular synthetic hair used for braids and wigs, raising health concerns for ...

Box braids, cornrows, twists, faux locs, weaves, crochet hair–the possibilities are endless. But are these beloved styles more harmful rather than helpful? Synthetic hair, commonly used for ...

Users of synthetic braiding hair products have reported negative skin reactions," the study reported. Out of the 10 brands, two samples were taken from each. Within those samples, the report ...

Last month, a Consumer Reports study found cancer-causing carcinogens in ten synthetic braiding hair brands, including Sensationnel and Shake-N-Go. After testing two samples from each, lead was ...

A nutrient-rich diet may help your hair grow. But it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Other things, like age, genetics, medication use, environmental exposure, and overall health, also play a role in ...

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A shocking new report from Consumer Reports has uncovered a hidden danger lurking in some of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products on the market. The investigation ...

A recent Consumer Reports (CR) study revealed that various synthetic braiding hair brands we’ve all used at some point—from Sensationnel to Shake-N-Go—contain carcinogens, heavy metals ...