Some women in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) say they have resorted to braiding their hair with extensions as wigs become expensive and almost unaffordable. The women, who spoke in separate ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For many Black women, braids, wigs, and weaves are more than just a hairstyle. They’re a cultural expression, protective care, and ...

Before the oppressive summer heat descends on Atlanta, therapist Brittanee Sims usually gets her thick, curly hair braided at a salon to preserve her healthy mane. But it’s more expensive this year.

For many Black women, braids, wigs, and weaves are more than just a hairstyle. They’re a cultural expression, protective care, and a form of everyday self-preservation in a society where beauty ...