Long before fashion magazines and TikTok told the world what was trending, Black women had done it, and they did it better.

Black women are pushed into masculine energy out of necessity. Now, women are setting down “strong Black woman” armor for ...

President Cornell McBride Jr. tells ESSENCE about their beginnings, legacy, and the business of Black hair.

Look around today, and the shift is undeniable—natural curls, coils, and waves are not only accepted, they’re celebrated. So ...

Whether you want to stay cool for the summer or are looking to refresh your aesthetic, a pixie cut can do the trick. As short hair has long been a symbol of self-confidence, style, and reinvention, ...

The Black hair industry imports products from China. Here's what tariffs mean for braids and wigs For many Black Americans, especially women, affording their hair care also means confronting ...

'Black Hair Reimagined' celebrated Black culture with some of the biggest names in beauty and fashion, like Jawara Wauchope, Tracie Ellis Ross, and Yusef Williams.

For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found that these fake hair strands can contain dangerous chemicals that pose a ...

Free Portland event features hair styling competition and cultural celebration to build community around Black hair artistry and self-expression.

In the Black community, there's a deep connection between hair and heritage. Black hair is seen as a symbol of strength."Sometimes you may not understand the beauty of what you're seeing. I hope ...

A newly-published study has shed light on how the mental health of Black girls can depend on their satisfaction with their hair.