Veteran Philadelphia firefighter Bariq Fluellen said he has endured comments like “Rapunzel,” “Hairy” and has received boos and jeers from co-workers who accused him of being “too busy putting his ...

The multidisciplinary artist's long-running project, A Statement of Pride, is a striking, nostalgic homage to the reclamation ...

You’ll find different styles, with tips on how to bring your chosen look to life. Call it your visual wishlist or braid ...

I was actually surprised that the topic of white boys and cornrows had never come up between Jayden and me. We’ve had so many discussions about race in the 12 years that we’ve known each other — ...

On the basketball star’s 50th birthday, ESSENCE takes a look back at all the stellar braid moments that started trends on the ...

Factors such as genetics, age, hair care, hormonal imbalance, stress, and medication can all cause the condition, but many forms are reversible if you know the right techniques. Content creator ...

Hairstyles deeply rooted in tradition are making a confident return – and for African women, it’s more than just a trend.

They can spend hundreds of dollars at salons each month on extensions, weaves, wigs and braids. Most hair, salon tools and ...

Black women are starting to pay more for their hair care because of the Trump administration’s tariffs on goods imported from ...

Hair is often seen as the crowning glory of a woman. There are many beautiful female hairstyles for curly natural hair, from afros to ringlets, and faux hawks. Some of these styles use extensions, ...

A young South African woman showcased her hairstyle that went wrong in a TikTok video. The clip went viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions.

La Jolla Playhouse has released a clip from its production of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, by Jocelyn Bioh, directed by ...