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, ...

Hair braiding transcends simple aesthetics to become a cultural cornerstone for many people of color. These protective styles deliver both convenience and expression while providing natural hair a ...

Is that the ‘90s calling? Oh, hello there—I think Salem Mitchell borrowed this style from you. After you wrap your braids into double pins, pin them in place, leaving the ends free. Then, to get the ...

Read this before your next braid styling session. Protective hairstyles have become a go-to look for many women of color that would like to give their natural strands a break — especially during the ...

Why Do People Braid Hair? Many people choose braids as their go-to hairstyle because they’re stylish and low maintenance. They also protect your hair from daily styling, breakage, and the elements, ...

When it comes to protective styles, braids will forever be a fan favorite. They can be chic or casual, depending on how you decide to rock them. While a sophisticated braided bob can elevate the class ...

Discover the step-by-step process of removing box braids and taking care of your natural hair in this detailed video with ...

Whether it’s because of the intricate designs or the get-up-and-go ease, cornrow hairstyles for natural hair continue to be popular. In a nutshell, cornrows are braids or plaits that are actually ...

Over the years, Black women have rocked many hairstyles. For some Black women in the ’80s, a look wasn’t complete without a perfectly coiled afro that could only be achieved with sheen spray and a ...