Protective style season will be here before we know it, and there's no look in the spring and summer months that's more fitting for the season than box braids. Convenient and easy to maintain, box ...

If you're looking for a protective style to give your natural hair a break, box braids are a great solution. With so much versatility, it's easy to see they are a go-to, timeless style. "You can style ...

Learn to master the classic French braid, and 6 more braid types. If you didn't learn how to braid when you were younger, the idea of doing something like a French braid on your own can seem daunting.

Black women are well aware of the significance of braids. A versatile protective style, braiding has been a cultural staple ...

As someone whose hair is always in a protective style, I’m constantly in search of my next look and TikTok is my hunting ground. The app is full of natural hair inspiration and the latest trend to ...

For many generations, braids have symbolized unity, culture and beauty, especially within the Black community. The art of braiding is not just about styling hair. Instead, it’s about celebrating one’s ...

The possibilities are seriously endless. The three-strand braid is likely what you picture when you think of the braid. It's the hairstyle at its most basic—this braid walks so other variations can ...

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When writer Florie Mwanza starting working out, she noticed it was affecting her braids and scalp health. Here’s how she learned to maintain both. I’ve had my hair manipulated into every braided style ...