Traction alopecia affects nearly a third of Black women, and most cases are reversible if caught early. Here is where to start.
Edges are among the most delicate areas of the scalp, and they absorb the consequences of nearly every styling decision made above them. Tight ponytails, chemical treatments, excessive heat, and repeated friction…
Hair
Your scalp is sending distress signals — and expensive products aren't the answer
If your hair has been thinning, shedding excessively, or simply refusing to grow no matter what you try, the problem likely isn't your product lineup. The real culprit? Your scalp. Specifically, scalp inflammation — a condition that quietly sabotages follicles from the…
May is Melanoma Awareness Month, and dermatologists are urging people to pay closer attention to a part of the body that is often forgotten during skin checks: the scalp. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and when it develops on the…
From loose braids to silk pillowcases, these stylist approved methods can save your strands while you sleep Anyone with medium to long hair knows the frustration of waking up to a tangled, frizzy mess after a night of tossing and turning. While it might seem like an unavoidable morning reality, protecting your hair overnight is…
For Tina Knowles, hair care has never been just about appearances. It is a deeply personal practice rooted in memory, discipline, and a lifelong commitment to healthy strands. Long before she became vice chairwoman of Cécred in 2024, Knowles was earning her stripes in Houston as the founder of Headliners, a salon that became a…
Celebrity hairstylist Naeemah LaFond's annual Texture on Set event made its return to Industry City in Brooklyn on a buzzing spring morning, drawing a diverse crowd of Black hairstylists, beauty professionals, and enthusiasts from across the industry. Now in its 2026 edition, the gathering has grown into one of the most meaningful days on the…
If you have ever stood in a beauty aisle feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of options, you are not alone. Loc wearers are constantly marketed to, but the truth is that a great loc routine does not require a crowded shelf. What it requires is intention. Dryness, dullness, flaking, and buildup are among the…
From heat damage to color-treated strands, these powerhouse formulas are doing the most — and your hair will thank you.
Deep Conditioning Is the Hair Reset You've Been Sleeping On
Let's be honest — our hair has been through it. Between the flat irons running on high, bi-monthly color appointments, and the unrelenting effects of…
Today's leave-in conditioners promise shine, heat protection, frizz control, and more. Experts say the right formula can actually deliver.
Not long ago, a hair detangler had one job. You spritzed it on wet hair, worked a comb through the ends, and moved on. The bottle was usually nothing remarkable, the formula forgettable. That version of…
This cascading, light-catching style is quietly becoming the go-to look for effortless glam — and it's easier to achieve than you think.
There's a new wave taking over — literally. Waterfall waves have quietly claimed the title of this year's most covetable hair look, and once you see them, it's hard to understand how they stayed…

