Ghana braids (or Banana cornrows) are extensions that touch the scalp. It begins like a regular cornrow braid. More synthetic hair is slowly incorporated to create a larger plait near the nape.

Deanna and Mia Cook, 15, who are black, were given detentions because the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School dress code says braid extensions aren't allowed. Deanna says she thinks the hair ...

From simple ponytails to braids and twists, here are some easy black toddler hairstyles every parent can accomplish. Goddess braids styles for trendy ladies. Photo: @v_braidz, @black.beautys2 ...

Black Girls' Hair Extensions Are a Distraction, White Officials at Malden Charter School Insist Published May 22, 2017 at 7:24 PM EDT Updated May 27, 2017 at 8:16 PM EDT ...

"What they're saying is we can't wear extensions, and the people who wear extensions are black people," Deanna said. "They wear them as braids to protect their hair and they're not allowing us to ...

Why The Two Black Sisters Punished For Wearing Braids At School Is Beyond Wrong The punishment of 15-year-old twins Deanna and Mya Cook is yet another example of an attack on Black hair. By ...

Missouri native Ciara Imani May founded a plant-based hair extension called Rebundle in 2019 to help Black women break away from toxic hair brands in a sustainable way.

Two girls, punished for wearing braided extensions, are fighting to change their school's dress code policy. IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.