Here's how a year without braids helped one writer recover from traction alopecia and find healthy protective styles.

Editor’s Note: These steps are usually more helpful if a) you’re braiding your own hair b) your stylist only offers braiding services. I found most braiding places offer a wash and dry, in which case, ...

Braids have been a significant part of African and African-American culture for centuries. Though their popularity spans across oceans, there are many styles that allow Black people across diasporas ...

Take a small piece of your natural hair and split it into three equal strands. Begin braiding your own hair first, creating ...

For many Black women, edges frame the face and complete hairstyles, making them an essential element of overall appearance. These delicate hairlines often bear the brunt of styling damage, ...