We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Down to make the switch to locs? Here’s what you need to keep in mind: 1. If you opt for faux locs, use ...

Okay, I have to admit something: I was today years old when I learned you could transform your locs into box braids. I’ve been talking about how versatile locs are for, like, weeks, but I didn’t truly ...

Box braids are one of the most popular styles for Summer vacation thanks to stars like Beyoncé and movies like Poetic Justice. This style uses synthetic, straight hair to create long plaits The term ...

For many 80s-born black or mixed race women like me, chemically straightening your natural Afro hair with a relaxer was the done thing. And it's no wonder we wanted to iron out our heritage with the ...

Second only to our obsession with all things weddings, braid styles and plait hairstyles are basically what we spend our life pinning. When we're not finding out how exactly Kate Bosworth nailed that ...

Let's all sit in a circle and braid each other's hair. Whether you’re exercising, attending an event or just want to keep your hair off your face at work, braids and plaits can be the perfect solution ...

No matter your length or texture, a classic French braid is a timeless and chic staple. Start the style higher than you’d expect, layering sections taut or loose depending on your desired results.

Braids, or plaits as they're known in their most simple form, are perhaps the most versatile hairstyling technique there is. While a basic plait involves weaving three strands of hair together (of ...