There's no shortage of inspiration out there when it comes to protective hairstyles. Cornrows and knotless box braids have long been fan favorites for people looking for an easy-to-maintain, ...

Protective styles — like faux locs — have been around for decades, but as times evolve, so do the iterations of the styles we see surging in popularity. Box braids, for instance, can be reinterpreted ...

From braids to twists to cornrows and wigs, there are no shortage of protective styles to choose from. But there's one style that's trending that's on our radar — butterfly locs. These faux locs give ...

Like many Black women, I grew up wearing protective styles to give my natural or processed hair a break. When I was young, I was devoted to braids — cornrows and box braids in particular. As an adult, ...

Growing up, my relationship with my hair was anything but simple. I was raised in a Dominican household where curly hair wasn't seen as beautiful; it was seen as something to fix, smooth out, and ...

Our editors work with affiliates when we select some or all of the products featured. We will receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases through these links. My afro hair was far too ...