“Box braids are a protective hairstyle in which hair is sectioned into small, square-shaped parts and braided from the root to the ends,” O’Connor says. “Achieving this look involves using ...

Braided hairstyles have always been a statement of ... These individual plaits, typically square-shaped, can be worn long or ...

A new study is raising concerns about the synthetic hair used in braiding Braids are one of the most popular hairstyles for black women, worn by celebrities and aunties alike - but questions are ...

Whether you’re planning for vacation, tucking your hair away for summer or preparing to give birth, braids are often the go-to. They're beautiful, low-maintenance and deeply rooted in Black culture.