At Beards & Bellas, our community knows what they love; and we listen. Month after month, a few products rise to the top as customer favorites. From buttery body care to essential grooming, these bestsellers are more than products: they’re self-care staples that celebrate culture, confidence, and clean beauty.

For decades, synthetic braiding hair has been marketed as convenient, affordable, and stylish. But behind the glossy packaging lies a hidden truth: many synthetic braiding hair products are made from PVC-based fibers that release harmful toxins. This year, Consumer Reports confirmed what many of us have been preaching for years—that synthetic braiding hair contains dangerous chemicals. Their tests found carcinogens in every single sample, and lead in 9 out of 10 brands.