Read this before your next braid styling session. Protective hairstyles have become a go-to look for many women of color that would like to give their natural strands a break — especially during the ...

Here’s everything to know, from expert prep to easy take down ...

Protective hairstyles — hairstyles that protect the shaft and ends of the hair — are a big part of the natural hair community. Among wigs, weaves, dreadlocs, twists, and braids, box braids (braids ...

Our simple yet effective tips on how to ditch a protective style, such as braids and twisted hair, without damaging your natural locks will help get you ready for a new summer look. The style served ...