Discover why scalp care is a form of self care, and fill your cart with derm-approved scalp-treatment essentials from Walmart. If your definition of self care is giving yourself the best hair day ever ...

We’ve been patting our weave since before Beyoncé said to. Itchy scalp while wearing braids and wigs is an unresolved issue in the Black community. Studies show darker skin is more prone to ...

Editor’s Note: These steps are usually more helpful if a) you’re braiding your own hair b) your stylist only offers braiding services. I found most braiding places offer a wash and dry, in which case, ...

What’s not to love about braids? From box to Fulani braids, protective styles never go out of season. While they require a lot of time, money and patience (so much patience) to upkeep, the results are ...

We’re all too familiar with the irritation that accompanies a protective style. Whether you’re picking at the braids underneath a wig, or praying that your twists will start to feel lighter, an itchy ...

As someone who wears box braids during the summer, I’m no stranger to the unique set of issues that come with protective styles. I’ve dealt with scalp itchiness due to product buildup, lack of ...

Listening to your body and paying attention to these signs can help you maintain the health of your hair and scalp. If you're experiencing any of these issues, it's a good idea to take your braids ...

The recommended duration for keeping braids in African hair is generally four to six weeks but knotless braids can last up to eight weeks. However, knowing the optimal duration to keep braids in and ...

Your scalp is basically your face’s upstairs neighbor. And just like you wouldn’t slap any ol’ moisturizer on your skin without figuring out if you’re oily, dry, or somewhere in between, your scalp ...

Compared to traditional box braids, knotless braids are notorious for loosening and frizzing faster. That said, you should exercise extra caution when washing them to maximize their longevity. Braider ...

My favourite feeling in the world is the delusion that wraps around you when you first take your hair out of its protective style. After around two months, you might convince yourself that your hair ...