Dating back 5000 years, braids have long played a significant role in the expression of Black women. The origin of hair-braiding can be traced back to 3500 BC, where the Himba people of Namibia ...

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 ...

Whether you call it a "braid" or a "plait," it's universally agreed that the weaved hairstyle is a sure way to add intrigue to your strands. The intricate patterns and ornate designs transform your ...

Worried about your next hairstyle? Let Ayra inspire you. When it comes to braids, you can always trust Ayra Starr to deliver. The beautiful Mavin Records singer always looks gorgeous in braids. One ...

2021 had lots of things going on: celebrity showergate, the Kimye divorce, Zendaya’s two-second performance in Dune. I mean, I don’t blame you if it was all too much to keep up with. Anyway, while all ...

From Boho and BoraBora, to Goddess, the world of knotless braids has truly taken off in a thousand different directions. At times, it can feel hard to keep up. It seems like every day on TikTok, a new ...

Few things compare to the feel of newly done braids — the shine, the bounce, that squeaky-tight scalp, it's the hair equivalent of stepping out of a limo in slow motion. As a textured-hair girly, I ...

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Here's how a year without braids helped one writer recover from traction alopecia and find healthy protective styles.