"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." 1. Deep-condition your hair before you start braiding. Properly hydrated hair is super important ...

Everyone has something that makes them feel calm when they’re stressed or anxious. Some people like to paint, others like to watch trash reality TV. For me, I’m into watching hair braiding tutorials ...

In a matter of minutes, a simple low ponytail can transform into a deliberately messy masterpiece. Just form a few braids, tie them together, secure them into a bun and separate strands for a piece-y ...

If you're a black woman who grew up in the ‘90s, chances are that you probably fell in love with box braids courtesy of Janet Jackson in "Poetic Justice," Brandy in "Moesha," and Stacey Dash in ...

Flower crowns and feather headpieces are so passé. If you’re meeting us in NOLA forESSENCE Fest or heading to another summer destination, prepare to be the ‘mane’ attraction in some of our favorite ...

Out of all the amazing hairstyles filling up our Pinterest feeds these days, intricate braids tend to be the styles that stop us in our tracks most often. The specific look we've been wanting to learn ...

The side braid is the ultimate effortless look. Whether you're going for just an accent or a full glamazon jumbo braid, chances are wearing one will make you look and feel very pulled together.

Don’t get me wrong: I looove Senegalese twists—they’re a classic look. But sometimes, doing the same style over and over again can get pretty old...fast. That’s why on this week’s episode of The Braid ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. 1) Tease the crown of your hair using a tail comb. 2) Part hair down ...

Nestled somewhere between the intricate plaited headband and your greasy, haven't-showered-in-a-week topknot, you'll find the ever-faithful french braid — a wildly easy style that, much to the wider ...