Box braids, Marley twists ... you can stretch the hair by moisturising and then doing a simple braid out or dividing the hair into buns post-wash and allowing to air-dry fully.

From cornrows to box braids, these styles have roots in African ... it certainly isn’t the easiest style to execute. Here’s a simple tutorial to guide you through achieving this look: The ...

Keep your box braids, faux locs and twists looking fresh ... Luckily, most scalp oils have an applicator tip, making it easy to apply when wearing protective styles,” she says.