Experimenting with your natural hair is always a fun time, whether you are transitioning from a relaxer or have been embracing your texture for as long as you can remember. While we adore more ...

Some stylists use a hairnet to secure the puffs and create a more rounded shape, while others prefer to leave them a little undone.

Editor’s Note: These steps are usually more helpful if a) you’re braiding your own hair b) your stylist only offers braiding services. I found most braiding places offer a wash and dry, in which case, ...

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 ...

Ariel Baker has been a beauty editor since 2021, covering everything from celebrity news, product reviews, beauty trends, and more. Not only are braids a premier protective hairstyle but they can also ...

Beyond their practicality, braids offer endless room for creativity, especially when you want to refresh a familiar look. One ...

Going natural is a journey. Not only do you have to find a new hair routine — since your texture will be a lot different than when it was chemically straightened — but you'll also have to deal with ...

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

This go-to protective style is great for your natural strands. Box braids have been a go-to look for women of color for decades, and now many are happily turning to a knotless version of the look.

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 ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. If you're looking to transition from a perm to natural hair or just in ...