We’re all too familiar with the irritation that accompanies a protective style. Whether you’re picking at the braids underneath a wig, or praying that your twists will start to feel lighter, an itchy ...

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, ...

One of the advantages of braids or twists is that you don’t have to style or wash your hair every day. Even though these hairstyles can be low maintenance, they still require some care, like the ...

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As someone who wears box braids during the summer, I’m no stranger to the unique set of issues that come with protective styles. I’ve dealt with scalp itchiness due to product buildup, lack of ...

If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen miracle knots, or miracle braids, all over your ...

What’s not to love about braids? From box to Fulani braids, protective styles never go out of season. While they require a lot of time, money and patience (so much patience) to upkeep, the results are ...

For a lot of us, spending more time outdoors and traveling means opting for more braid >braids just scream summer and are my personal favorites for the style versatility as well as the easier upkeep.

My favourite feeling in the world is the delusion that wraps around you when you first take your hair out of its protective style. After around two months, you might convince yourself that your hair ...