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 ...

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 ...

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Box braids are a timeless hairstyle that once you have, you'll want to keep forever. While they may be stylish, box braids also have the ability to help keep your hair healthy and give it a break from ...

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 ...

“Knotless braids are braids that women typically wear that look visibly flatter because they don’t have what we consider a knot at the top,” shares Mack. How do knotless braids differ from box braids?

Box braids are one of the most convenient protective styles out there and come in handy when you want to leave your natural hair alone for a few weeks. They're also incredibly easy to style even when ...