A recent Consumer Reports (CR) study revealed that various synthetic braiding hair brands we’ve all used at some point—from Sensationnel to Shake-N-Go—contain carcinogens, heavy metals, and VOCs ...
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Toxic braiding hair study forces Atlanta’s Black community to seek safer options
Toxic braiding hair study forces Atlanta’s Black community to seek safer options
Consumer Reports: Dangerous Chemicals Were Detected in 100% of the Braiding Hair We Tested
Dangerous Chemicals Were Detected in 100% of the Braiding Hair We Tested
Synthetic VIVATRESS hair is lightweight, tangle-free, and hypoallergenic, making it a scalp-friendly braiding option. The brand's braiding hair is eco-conscious, chemical-free, and approved by a ...
Consumer Reports: We Found Heavy Metals and VOCs in CR's Follow-Up Braiding Hair Investigation
When Consumer Reports published findings from tests conducted on several synthetic braiding hair products in 2025, we detected heavy metals like lead in 90 percent and volatile organic compounds (VOCs ...
We Found Heavy Metals and VOCs in CR's Follow-Up Braiding Hair Investigation
News 6 WKMG: Dangerous chemicals found in 100% of the braiding hair tested by Consumer Reports
Dangerous chemicals found in 100% of the braiding hair tested by Consumer Reports
Hair braiding transcends simple aesthetics to become a cultural cornerstone for many people of color. These protective styles deliver both convenience and expression while providing natural hair a ...
Essence: This Synthetic Braiding Hair Is Changing The Landscape For Eco-Friendly Protective Styles
This Synthetic Braiding Hair Is Changing The Landscape For Eco-Friendly Protective Styles
Black Enterprise: Black-Founded Invention Of Hair-Braiding Robot Crowned Winner Of Startup Contest At Harvard
Deemed the "Halo Braid," the braiding tool helps stylists by reducing the time needed to complete the popular style. The invention of a hair-braiding robot has won a startup competition at Harvard ...