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The spiritual and cultural significance of locs in the Black community cannot be emphasized enough. They not only are aesthetically stunning, but also hold a powerful representation of identity, ...

Once you’ve decided to try out locs, you might be wondering how TF you should style them. That’s why we gave you a super-chic side-updo option last week, and on today’s Braid Up, we’re giving you ...

Box braids range from Xsmall to jumbo. They're created using a three-strand braid technique, knotted at the root and falling straight down from the head, and tend to have very precise square or ...

Dreadlocks are beautiful and relatively easier to maintain but require regular cleaning. The wax, styling products and other debris can lead to build-up in locs. The tightly-bound hair traps products ...

Box braids, faux locs, cornrows, Senegalese twists — there’s no shortage of protective hairstyles to request at a salon or to do yourself these days. But a new look is gaining popularity among your ...