Wearing your natural hair in a protective hairstyle (think braids, twists, wigs, weaves and more) involves styling your hair in a way that blocks it from damage. A protective style is “any style ...

African women favour gel hairstyles, and it's not hard to see why. Natural hair, medium hair, and relaxed hair—long or short—all work well with this look. Besides, it takes less time and ...

Kari Williams has worked to make her natural hair salon a refuge for black Angelenos, including those who’ve felt pressured to alter their hairstyles to hold on to a job.

HUNT: Webb says the nonprofit's website is important to natural hair care businesses like his. WEBB: This platform gives us a voice, gives us a vision, gives us a place to be seen and heard.

In the back of the business is the salon, which will focus on natural hairstyles, like a wash-and-go for about $100; protective styles, such as braids and twists, and hair loss restoration, for ...