We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Down to make the switch to locs? Here’s what you need to keep in mind: 1. If you opt for faux locs, use ...

Whether you call it a Dutch braid, boxer braids, or a reverse braid, this style of braiding can be challenging. Unlike a French braid, which is your traditional three-strand braid, a Dutch braid ...

Okay, don’t get me wrong: I love the look of box braids as much as the next girl—but I do have a couple of gripes. First of all, box braids can take forever (up to 10 hours, to be exact), and no ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Achieving this look is a lot easier than it appears. After washing, detangling and ...