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Braids have a long, rich, storied history that intertwines both practicality and cultural status. The French braid, in particular, dates back thousands of years to North Africa and ancient Greece, but ...

If you’re tired of a regular old ponytail and looking for a more dynamic way to keep your hair out of your face, you can’t go wrong with a French braid hairstyle. A bit more complex-looking (though ...

A braided hairstyle is the single best way to let your creativity shine through. Hey, your messy ponytail had a good run! That wild, swirled-up bun served you well for a while, but it's begging to be ...

Braids are one the most versatile — and easiest — ways to style your hair. You can wear box braids as a protective style for weeks or rock an intricate, one-night-only look (there’s a reason why ...

Simple braids can be a quick way to get your hair out of your face before a workout, while more complex braids can be dressed up or down. You can braid your own hair with some practice and patience or ...

While you can easily achieve a French braid on fresh, clean hair, or few-days-old hair, it can be helpful to start your prep when you wash and dry. Russell says that creating the right texture is ...