For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and ...

The good news is that more Black-owned hair businesses are cropping ... hypoallergenic and biodegradable braiding hair, plus its own-brand edge gels, serums and styling tools.

Izina is based in Burundi, and supports local artisans in its operations. Izina Hair is a Black-owned brand forming its own unifying movement through its locs extensions. Paying homage to the ...