Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Every naturalista knows that getting box braids is a great way to give your hair a break and protect it from all the pulling, ...

Protective hair styling is a black girl’s best friend during summer. The extreme heat can be a hassle and to deal with and humidity doesn’t make it any better. While there are a handful of protective ...

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 ...

When someone with sharp-looking box braids walks into a room, it’s hard to not stop and admire the endlessly cool hairstyle. While it’s a classic, braided extensions can be tough to master on your own ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Box braids are one of my personal favorite protective hairstyles, and I’m an even bigger fan of ...

Rihanna stepped out with box braids in the front and weave in the back, leaving fans wondering if the style was intentional. Rihanna is undoubtedly a style icon, setting trends with her unique fashion ...

A mother is receiving positive feedback from social media after explaining why she chose to get box braids in her hair. Box braids are a protective hairstyle where sections of hair are divided into ...

We would say that as it gets cool outside and we prepare for fall that braid season will be upon us, but really, when is it not braid season? The protective style has become a go-to option for giving ...