Natural hair is carving out a niche of it’s own, but we can’t forget about our relaxed sistas out there either. For the times when you can’t always make it to the salon, we’ve provided you with four ...

So it’s been a couple months since your last relaxer and your new growth is in full effect. It’s time for a touch up! Getting a fresh relaxer is typically an exciting time; however, for some, it can ...

Up until I was about 16, I used to get my hair chemically relaxed about once every six weeks. At that point, I started wearing my hair in weaves and other protective styles, which is why I held off on ...

Maria Loren Ackies remembers the first time she went to the salon to get her hair professionally straightened. “I was 14 and I was so excited,” Ackies, 49, of West Hempstead, recalled. But her mood ...

Experts explain what it takes to transition from a perm to natural hair.