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Box braids, faux locs, cornrows, Senegalese twists — there’s no shortage of protective hairstyles to request at a salon or to do yourself these days. But a new look is gaining popularity among your ...

One of the most popular protective hairstyles out there for natural hair are twists. According to Cantu Beauty brand ambassador and celebrity hairstylist Angela C Stevens, twist hairstyles can be worn ...

Protective styles offer those with textured hair styling options that are low-maintenance. They cut down on styling time and, as the name suggests, shield hair from damage. From box braids to cornrows ...

As summer winds down and your strands have endured heatwaves, pool days, and sweaty workouts, your curls might be begging for a break. And there’s no better way to give your hair some post-summer TLC ...

Protective styles are used in the Black community to take a break from manipulating natural hair. These styles, however, are often believed to be one of the leading reasons behind the rise in traction ...

When you follow a talented braider on Instagram, it's easy to find inspiration for a variation of the protective style. Daron, the star of this week's episode of Hair Me Out, found The Glam Diary on ...