Braids have long been an integral part of Black girl culture, serving not only as a stylistic expression of self or protective alternative, but also as a rich cultural homage. The style has evolved ...

Kara Jillian Brown is the beauty editor of InStyle. She began her career at Well+Good, where she spent five years evolving from editorial intern to news writer to beauty writer. She earned a ...

Looking to switch up your protective style game? Knotless braids are taking over the beauty world, and we’re here for it! These modern takes on traditional box braids are gentler on your scalp and ...

On this week's episode of "The Braid Up," we're introducing you to a new style: knotless box braids. Trust me when I say it's going to be your new go-to at the salon. Our hair braider extraordinaire, ...

Learn how to style a short blonde mohawk using triangular knotless braids! This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to achieve a bold, edgy look with easy-to-follow techniques. Perfect for anyone ...

You’ll find different styles, with tips on how to bring your chosen look to life. Call it your visual wishlist or braid planning guide. If you’re considering a hair change soon, start here. Braids are ...

Every few months or so, I can always count on a new hair or beauty trend to take over my Instagram feed for an indefinite period of time. At one point it was faux locs, then crochet braids, and now I ...

Over the past six years, knotless braids have become my go-to protective style for many reasons: A speedy braider can have ...

Knotless braids are a hairstyle that seemingly offer, well, everything. "The pros of knotless braids include hair growth, styling flexibility, and they are weightless and pain-free," says Pearl ...