Almost every Black woman or girl has purchased hair extensions for box braids, boho braids, twists, faux locs and other ...

The same chemicals found in pipes, pesticides and floor tiles are also present in some wigs, braiding hair and hair extensions, a new study published Wednesday in the journal Environment & Health ...

Experts say the findings mean more potential risks for Black women, who may also be exposed to harmful chemicals in relaxers and straighteners. A new study found popular hair extension products, ...

A new study published Feb. 11 in the American Chemical Society journal Environment & Health has found that synthetic and human hair extensions, popular among Black communities, contain more chemicals ...

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Elissia Franklin is an analytical chemist with an infectious laugh, a penchant for braided hair extensions and a fierce commitment to reducing health disparities for Black women. Growing up on Chicago ...

A new scientific study has uncovered an array of toxic chemicals in popular hair extensions, including products made from human hair, raising fresh concerns about the safety of a largely unregulated ...

Share on Pinterest New research has found that many hair extensions may contain chemicals that are linked to cancer. Delmaine Donson/Getty Images A new study has found that many types of hair ...

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Human hair extensions are everywhere - on TikTok, on red carpets, in your local salon. Millions of people wear them. You probably know someone who does. Maybe you’ve even bought some yourself. But ...