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, ...

Discover how to safely remove box braids and care for natural hair with Maryam Hampton, who covers scalp cleaning, hydration, and protective styling with two-strand twists. The content also features ...

Braids can be an excellent protective style. And box braids are definitely a HOT, HOT, HOT trend. 3 to 6 weeks after getting a relaxer would be a good time for box braids because you should have new ...

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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 ...