Close-to-scalp braids
Dutch scalp braid
A raised braid made by crossing the strands underneath and adding hair from each side.
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Braid style guide
Learn the name of each style and recognise its differences before choosing your next hairstyle or tutorial.
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Close-to-scalp braids
The pattern begins at the scalp and develops by adding hair at each crossing.
Close-to-scalp braids
Close-to-scalp braids
Cornrows: patterns and designs
Braids close to the scalp following straight lines, curves or patterns created by the partings.
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Close-to-scalp braids
Feed-in braids
They begin thin and gain length and thickness as small portions of extensions are gradually added.
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Each braid begins in its own section and can have different sizes, finishes or extensions.
Braids worn down
Medium box braids
Individual braids starting from square sections; the traditional technique has a small visible knot at the base.
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Braids worn down
Knotless box braids
The braid begins with natural hair and extensions are added gradually, creating a flatter, lighter base.
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Braids worn down
Boho braids
Individual braids with wavy or curly strands left loose at different lengths.
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They combine more than one construction to create a recognisable hybrid hairstyle.
Combined braid styles
Fulani braids
Modern versions combine cornrows at the front or top with loose individual braids at the back.
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Names may vary
The same style may have different names depending on the country or salon. We use descriptive, widely recognised names here and will gradually add new styles and tutorials.
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