For many 80s-born black or mixed race women like me, chemically straightening your natural Afro hair with a relaxer was the done thing. And it's no wonder we wanted to iron out our heritage with the ...

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, ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. 2. Throw your hair into a high ponytail. Like, an Ariana Grande-level high ponytail. You can secure ...

Butterfly locs are the most recent edition of faux loc protective styles. The '90s-inspired, low-tension hairstyle uses water wave braiding hair to achieve a more carefree and textured version of the ...

The idea is that most of your natural hair is tucked away, often in a braided hairstyle or under a wig or weave — and even if ...

Thinking of rocking your natural hair, locs, or braids on your wedding day? Here are the best bridal hairstyles that celebrate your texture. When it comes to the conversation about what hairstyle to ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. 2. Grab some wavy extension hair. The texture in this style is one of the main draws. Rather than ...

I’ve been getting braids my entire life. I got my first set of box braids when I was two years old, and it’s the look I feel most myself in today. But when it came to planning a beauty look for my ...

Accent your protective style with beads, barrettes, or clips. If you already have shorter hair and want a braided style that ...