When it comes to protective styles, braids will forever be a fan favorite. They can be chic or casual, depending on how you decide to rock them. While a sophisticated braided bob can elevate the class ...

Box braids, faux locs, cornrows, Senegalese twists — there’s no shortage of protective hairstyles to request at a salon or to do yourself these days. But a new look is gaining popularity among your ...

The past six months of quarantine have inspired many dramatic haircuts. But the same way that people have been plotting a curtain fringe or a four-inch chop for October, just as many have been opting ...

Although mini braids and mini twists belong to the same family of protective styles, there are visible and significant differences between them. Mini braids are tight and structured with a defined ...

Alessandra Ambrosio is bound for Burning Man — and she’s chosen a controversial hairstyle for the occasion. The Brazilian supermodel took to Instagram to show off a new waist-skimming braided look, ...

Since braids typically follow the traditional three-piece structure, think of twists as a two-strand version created in small boxed sections all over the head. "They tend to be more dense than your ...

If you want to switch up your usual hairstyle, these Senegalese flat twist braids, created by me, Stasha Harris, will take your look to a whole new level. Alternating straight parts with zig-zag ones, ...

Let’s be honest. Most people believe wearing braids is the key to unlocking hair growth. After all, your strands are tucked away, and over-manipulation is a non-factor. However, once some folks ...