I was seven years old when I first got my hair straightened. I remember feeling more beautiful. I went to a predominantly white school and was told by a classmate that I looked like an animal and had ...

There are an array of natural hair categories, from protective styles, color-treated hair, grey hair, locs, and the list goes on. If you’re looking for a variety of natural hair influencers, follow ...

The natural hair movement continues to evolve as enthusiasts discover innovative ways to maintain their tresses while balancing convenience with hair health. Among these developments, the blowout ...

Give your hair a break. Consult your colorist about the best gradual techniques to achieve a more natural hair color look. Avoid box dyes for transitioning to a natural hair color and instead opt for ...

It may sound strange to put henna (otherwise known as a green powder that smells like freshly cut grass) on your hair for several minutes, let alone a few hours, but there’s a method to this madness.

When British singer and morning TV regular Jamelia first emerged on the scene as a fresh new pop star back in the early noughties, Black beauty standards were, of course, very different to what they ...

If your natural hair starts to look dull, brittle, or simply lackluster, it might be time to switch products. Just because natural hair is considered to be free from chemicals and worn in its natural ...

Introducing Bustle’s 2025 Beauty Icon Awards — a monthly list where we spotlight the creators, gurus, and experts who are shaping beauty culture as we know it. Unlike other “beauty icon” lists from ...

Meet the winners of Bustle's 2026 Beauty Icon Awards for natural hair champions: 8 creators proving that there’s no single ...

If I summed up my coloring journey in a meme, it would be along the lines of this gem saying, "I love it," to the hairdresser when I absolutely didn't. Maybe not absolutely—I've never quite hated my ...