September 20, 2025, marks four years since I loc'd my hair. To this day, it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. For years, my self-worth was tied to my hair. I missed school and work when it ...

'Coils to Locs' is representing for Black women in the medical wig industry. Dianne Austin and Pamela Shaddock started “Coils to Locs” to fill the medical wig industry void. After Austin experienced ...

When a Black person starts growing locs, there is a period of time many of us jokingly call “the ugly stage.” The truth is, there is nothing ugly about it. That’s why I try to avoid using the word ...

Artist Ashanté Josey is transforming the narrative of natural hair through her series focused on the journeys of people who wear their hair in locs. Combining her passion for portraiture with deep, ...

There's no shortage of inspiration out there when it comes to protective hairstyles. Cornrows and knotless box braids have long been fan favorites for people looking for an easy-to-maintain, ...

Like many Black women, I grew up wearing protective styles to give my natural or processed hair a break. When I was young, I was devoted to braids — cornrows and box braids in particular. As an adult, ...

Since the outbreak of the pandemic most ladies have been leaning towards protective hairstyles that are durable as we all strive to abide by the social distancing regulations. From hair styles like ...