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 ...

If you're looking for a protective style that's low maintenance, lasts a while and doesn't need much fussing over, cornrow styles should be your go-to. "Cornrows typically lay flat on the head, which ...

The braids have a unique symbolism behind their beautiful patterns. Here, we break down everything you need to know about the ...

Ariel Baker has been a beauty editor since 2021, covering everything from celebrity news, product reviews, beauty trends, and more. Not only are braids a premier protective hairstyle but they can also ...

Celebrity natural hair stylist Felicia Leatherwood shares why these styles are the healthiest way to wear your hair.

Sitting in the salon chair as the hairstylist tugs, pulls and combs through your hair to create the perfect parting, you keep telling yourself that ‘pain is beauty’. If you’ve ever felt like the ...

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, ...

Being a self-starter means there’s not a lot of time for rest and pleasure. Finding time for self-care, especially when it comes to doing your hair, can be a challenge. You may have kids running ...

Long, short, hot pink, or natural, box braids are a classic that just won't quit. Regarding the style's recently renewed popularity, Annagjid "Kee" Taylor points to the flow of cultural shifts. "The ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. For many women with Afro-textured hair, summertime means scouting out the perfect braids. Hotter weather calls ...