There are protective styles, and then there's the protective style: box braids. The two are basically synonymous at this point, as box braids are not only protective but also incredibly convenient and ...

Protective hair styling is a black girl’s best friend during summer. The extreme heat can be a hassle and to deal with and humidity doesn’t make it any better. While there are a handful of protective ...

You’ve probably heard of box braids (I mean, who hasn’t), but allow me to introduce you to bohemian box braids. Instead of braiding all the way down to the ends, with bohemian box braids, only the ...

There’s something magical about goddess box braids. The combo of cascading curls and intricate braids always makes me swoon. Lucky for me (and all the other goddess-braid lovers out there), we’re ...

A fresh set of classic box braids is a ‘look’ no matter the season. This iconic protective ‘do reigns supreme as a go-to style that can be worn in various lengths and colors. Believe the hype! Classic ...

Hair braiding is a beauty rite of passage for many people of color, including me. I’ve been wearing braids in my 4A hair since before I can remember, as well as adding extensions to them since around ...