The act of protecting our natural hair in the form of box braids has been a mainstay in the Black hair community. Waist-length ‘Poetic Justice’ braids or a Maxine Shaw-inspired braided bob are a go-to ...

Editor’s Note: These steps are usually more helpful if a) you’re braiding your own hair b) your stylist only offers braiding services. I found most braiding places offer a wash and dry, in which case, ...

Protective styles offer those with textured hair styling options that are low-maintenance. They cut down on styling time and, as the name suggests, shield hair from damage. From box braids to cornrows ...

Box braids are one of the most popular styles for Summer vacation thanks to stars like Beyoncé and movies like Poetic Justice. This style uses synthetic, straight hair to create long plaits The term ...

Braids are such a timeless style, but there is a downside to the traditional box braids—the knots created to secure the extension can be tricky to remove and can pull on your scalp as well. Enter ...

Traditional box braids have evolved a lot over the years, and they've birthed a handful of different styles that have become popular today. These days, some of the most popular kinds of braids are ...

Box braids are one of my favorite styles when giving my natural, 4C hair a break from constant manipulation and heat. Box braid hairstyles are literally how they sound—a braided hairstyle with ...