When someone with sharp-looking box braids walks into a room, it’s hard to not stop and admire the endlessly cool hairstyle. While it’s a classic, braided extensions can be tough to master on your own ...

Protective hairstyles are a great way to keep natural hair healthy and provide you with so many options to change up your look. Box braids are a classic go-to — there are endless ways to style them.

Brooklyn-based braider Sherrell Gittens came through with this loud and proud style to show us exactly how to create crochet-braided bantu knots for Cosmo.

Learn how to create faux locs using the wrapping method with an easy tutorial from hairstylist Stasha Harris. Plus, all the tips and hair products you'll need.

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 ...