Hair

The AAD links tight hairstyles to traction alopecia in up to 1 in 3 Black women. Here's what their guidance actually says about edges, locs, and recovery.

See what traction alopecia looks like at every stage, from early hairline recession to scarring. Dermatologist-backed guide with signs, causes, and recovery info.

4c hair loses moisture up to 3x faster than straight hair. This guide covers washing, moisturizing, detangling, protective styles, and edge care for 4c hair.

4c hair needs moisture every 2-3 days, low-manipulation styles, and gentle detangling. This guide covers wash routines, edges, braids, and bleached hair care.

Traction alopecia can regrow in 6 to 12 months if caught early. Here's exactly what to stop, start, and treat to get your edges back.

See what traction alopecia looks like at every stage, from early hairline thinning to scarring. Includes visual signs, causes, and when to see a derm.

From box braids to wigs, learn which protective styles actually protect your edges, how long each lasts, and what dermatologists say about traction risk.

Hair breakage has specific causes and fixable solutions. Learn the 7 steps dermatologists and trichologists actually recommend, with cited evidence.

The AAD links tight hairstyles to traction alopecia hair loss. Learn the warning signs, which styles cause damage, and how to protect your hairline.

Thinning edges or shedding? Learn 9 signs of hair breakage vs. shedding, what causes it, and how to stop it damaging your edges further.

Not all edges are the same. Learn the 6 main edge types, what causes thinning, and how to care for each texture. Science-backed, 2600+ words.

Thinning and snapping hair on top of your head has 6 common causes. Learn how to tell them apart and what dermatologists say actually helps regrowth.