We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Down to make the switch to locs? Here’s what you need to keep in mind: 1. If you opt for faux locs, use ...

Chlöe Bailey’s latest hair look solidified her as the current queen of versatile loc hairstyles. On June 24, the Praise This actress rocked perfectly parted box braids at the seventh annual Culture ...

Look, no matter how many dope loc-styling videos I watch, I’ll never get them myself. Don’t get me wrong—I think the protective style is absolutely beautiful, but the whole forever thing? Yeah, not ...

Halle Bailey has been locked since childhood, and through the years, her hair has become one of her biggest beauty signatures. When she’s performing on stage, attending an award show, or walking the ...

This beginner friendly installation shows how to prepare the natural hair, position the wig, and secure it comfortably. Careful alignment and finishing techniques create a neat, sleek result with ...

Just when you thought protective styles couldn't get any cuter, here come Bora Bora braids. The hairstyle feels like a combination of some of our favorite hairstyles over the years, from box braids to ...

Why Do People Braid Hair? Many people choose braids as their go-to hairstyle because they’re stylish and low maintenance. They also protect your hair from daily styling, breakage, and the elements, ...

Ariel Baker has been a beauty editor since 2021, covering everything from celebrity news, product reviews, beauty trends, and more. One of the best things about locs is that you can add extensions and ...

Every few months or so, I can always count on a new hair or beauty trend to take over my Instagram feed for an indefinite period of time. At one point it was faux locs, then crochet braids, and now I ...

The moment you realise your locs can do far more than a basic style is often when everything changes. A quick glance at the simple dreadlock styles women are wearing today reveals a clear shift—what ...

If you haven’t heard, bobs are all the rage this spring—and for protective style devotees, the braided bob is the next move. Perfect timing, if you think about it, as vacation season is around the ...