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Braids with hair down: 8 looks to choose from
Eight braided hairstyles with hair down, shown from the front and back. Compare crossed braids, side braids and intricate half-up styles to find your favourites.
Ideas, technique and care
The latest guides to learning to braid, choosing a style and caring for it.
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Eight braided hairstyles with hair down, shown from the front and back. Compare crossed braids, side braids and intricate half-up styles to find your favourites.
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Six braid accessory ideas: beads, cuffs, ribbon, shells, spirals and charms. Compare the photos and bring your chosen look to your braiding appointment.
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Explore six braided hairstyles for brides and wedding guests, with front and back views. Compare updos and half-up looks and pick favourites for your trial.
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See what goes into the price of braids. Compare styles, try the calculator and agree on what is included, whether you wear braids or braid hair for others.
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Compare small, medium, large and jumbo box braids in photos. Choose your braid thickness, understand size versus length and prepare for your next appointment.
Hair care
Wash box braids and knotless braids with diluted shampoo on the partings, rinse without rubbing, check roots and nape are dry and know when to get advice.
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Compare seven braid styles by finish, your hair and care needs. Decide whether to add extensions and what to consider before your next braiding appointment.
Hair care
Learn how to take out braids, separate extensions and detangle your hair in sections. Find out how to handle stubborn knots and care for your hair afterwards.
Hair care
Learn how to sleep with braids, arrange the lengths comfortably, choose a bonnet or satin pillowcase and care for your hairstyle the next morning.
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Try seven ways to style box braids: down, half-up, ponytails and buns. Visual ideas with short steps and no unnecessary tension.