Braids

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Popular Braids Hairstyles

DIY Guides

Step-by-step guides to master these protective styles at home

Box Braids

Classic square-sectioned braids that offer versatility and long-lasting protection for natural hair.

What You'll Need
- Braiding hair (Kanekalon or synthetic)
- Rat tail comb
- Hair clips
- Edge control
- Light oil or leave-in conditioner
Duration: 4-8 hours
Beginner Tip

Start with larger sections for your first attempt - smaller boxes take much longer and require more precision.
Maintenance

Sleep with a silk/satin scarf and moisturize scalp weekly
Lasts: 6-8 weeks
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Credit: @thechicnatural

Knotless Braids

A gentler braiding technique that starts with your natural hair and gradually adds extensions.

What You'll Need
- Jam
- Edge brush
- Pre-stretched braiding hair
Duration: 5-9 hours
Beginner Tip

Use the jam on your hair to keep it blended with the extension as you're braiding down so it doesn't stick out
Maintenance

Gentle scalp cleansing, regular moisturizing, avoid tight ponytails
Lasts: 6-10 weeks
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Credit: @naomilodge

Fulani Braids/Tribal Braids

A combination hairstyle of cornrows and a variety of options in the back, like knotless braids, crochet, half-wig, etc. This method uses crochet hair in the back.

What You'll Need
- Deep Wave Lightweight Crochet Human Hair (2 Packs)
- Crochet hook
Duration: 3-5 hours
Beginner Tip

If cornrows are a bit of a struggle, try to do flat twists instead.
Maintenance

Keep your scalp moisturized with a light oil periodically
Lasts: 2-3 weeks
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