Erivo wanted a hairstyle that better represented her character being played by a Black woman. Cynthia Erivo shared why she gave her Wicked character micro braids, using the hairstyle to honor Black ...

Protective hairstyles like braids are often a go-to option for Black women. They help keep natural hair thriving, limiting stressors and daily manipulation. However, it’s essential to remember that ...

Box braids are currently a trendy protective hairstyle for Black women. If you’ve tried out this hairstyle before and wondered, ‘Where did box braids originate?’ then you’re in the right place because ...

For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and in many cases, a necessary solution for managing textured hair. But what if ...

It may be coined the ‘messy bun,’ but it’s far from messy. It’s the chic way of looking like you put in effort without actually doing so. Curly gals: Simply wrap your hair in a silk scrunchie and let ...

For the last few weeks, “Wicked” has certainly had a “Barbie” effect, taking over what feels like just about everything. In the sea of pink and green merch and gravity-defying musical riffs, Cynthia ...

How synthetic braiding hair may be putting Black women’s health in jeopardy For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found ...

How and why did the kind-hearted, smart and green Elphaba Thropp become such a nasty, powerful, dare we say wicked witch of the classic tale “The Wizard of Oz”? The big-screen adaptation of the ...