They’re popular in part because they’re supposed to leave your hair in better shape than traditional styles. Here’s what the experts say.

If you regularly wear a tight ponytail or braid over a long period of time, the recurring pressure and stress at the root of ...

"Braiding hair has the same drawbacks as hair extensions, including hair loss, which is usually traction alopecia and breakage from the weight of the hair, and dermatitis and folliculitis from the ...

Revive thinning edges with expert advice on tailored hair care, treatments, and lifestyle changes designed for women of color.

A common myth is that the tighter the braids, the longer they’ll last. But the risk of permanent hair loss definitely isn’t worth being able to rock a hairstyle for a week or two longer.

Are you losing a lot of hair? One of the many reasons can be the styles you choose to put your hair in. Here are some of the hairstyles to avoid ...