Braided styles are a year-round staple because of their versatility and ability to protect natural hair, but what happens when you need to make them last longer than usual? We gather the best ...

The most important tool is a detangling brush to prep the hair and make sure it's knot ... says that it's much easier to braid on shoulder-length hair or longer. She also says that it's important ...

Plus, taking time for prep ultimately helps braids last longer while also allowing your scalp ... but you always want to make sure you’re reaching for quality hair,” she said. Just like with any ...

Make sure your stylist doesn’t pull too ... they can damage the scalp and hairline. How long does braided hair last? Braids can last anywhere from four to eight weeks.

I’ve been growing my hair out, and it’s finally long enough to do something ... the more precise the braid stitches will look ...

Diaz-Santin notes that while human hair is more expensive than synthetic hair, it lasts longer ... choosing braiding hair," she adds. According to Stevens, the fibers used to make braiding hair ...

She also recommends wearing synthetic braids no longer ... hair bundles that can be used for braided hairstyles. Grigsby said Black women are the largest consumers in the beauty industry, but make ...