Researchers explain new data showing a link between hair relaxers and high rates of cancer and infertility in Black women. Several lawsuits have emerged after many have gotten sick.

Amara La Negra shares her journey of embracing her natural hair and her thoughts on the policing of Black women's hair.

For decades, the realness of a Black woman's hair has been questioned. Here, we examine the issue and talk to creator Demi Mykal about her experiences.

Black women's hair is intentional, and limitless, and historical, and influential, and deeply political in a world often incapable of recognizing the depths of its wonder.

Another quarter of Black women ages 25 to 34 surveyed said they were sent home from work because of their hair.

A black woman's hair is more than it appears, the strands interwoven with culture, acceptance, standards of beauty and more.

More than 7,000 lawsuits have been filed against cosmetic companies claiming the chemicals in hair relaxers increased the risk of uterine cancer. The companies deny the allegations and say their ...

A new study linking hair-straightening products to an increased risk for uterine cancer presents a dilemma for Black women, who can face racial discrimination in the workplace for wearing natural ...

The multiday cultural activation 'Don’t Touch My Hair' will feature live performances, spoken word, A DJ, panel discussions, and more.

Politics The Black hair industry imports products from China. Here’s what tariffs mean for braids and wigs President Donald Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices for products many Black women ...

The plus-size Black woman statue with her hands on her hips has MAGA in a full-blown meltdown.

A complex subject has been flattened into a caricature in works like The Other Black Girl, Bad Hair, and They Cloned Tyrone.