Braids and twists offer a stylish look, but they also serve as protective styles for natural hair, reducing manipulation and preventing damage. From the classic three-strand to cornrows, the ...

Not only does a fresh set of cornrows, twists, or box braids help cut getting-ready time in half, but wearing these popular looks—also known as protective styles, with or without the addition of ...

Braided styles are a year-round staple because of their versatility and ability to protect natural hair, but what happens when you need to make them last longer than usual? We gather the best ...