Every few months or so, I can always count on a new hair or beauty trend to take over my Instagram feed for an indefinite period of time. At one point it was faux locs, then crochet braids, and now I ...

Instead of the traditional knotless feed-in method, miracle knots rely on a crochet technique to create the boho effect. It ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Considering box braids are one of the most classic—and, IMHO, one of the prettiest—braided hairstyles ...

This classic 2 braids with curly ends style is sleek, stylish, and perfect for a polished everyday look. In this tutorial, ...

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 ...

• Night protection – sleep with a silk or satin scarf/pillowcase to prevent frizz and maintain the braids’ integrity. • Gentle cleansing – wash weekly with diluted shampoo, focusing on the scalp, then ...

Traditional box braids have evolved a lot over the years, and they've birthed a handful of different styles that have become popular today. These days, some of the most popular kinds of braids are ...

While it can be easy to focus on the challenges of maintaining thick, natural hair, it is hard to ignore its stunning versatility. There are endless ways to keep curly hairstyles feeling new and ...

Box braids are far from new (who could forget Janet Jackson's iconic Poetic Justice look in the '90s?), but within the past year or so they've been popping up more frequently on celebrities such as ...

A new style has driven up demand at salons in Harlem and Brooklyn. A new approach to hairstyling is taking root at salons like Braided.Credit...Makeda Sandford for The New York Times Supported by By ...