Adopted for their practicality (especially on very curly or frizzy hair they protect) but also aesthetic, box braids - the whole of the hair is braided in a multitude of braids more or less thick - have lately side on red carpets and on social networks.

People and beauty bloggers are cracking more and more for these braids that are short or long, thin or thicker, depending on the desires and tastes.

How to make box braids?

Before deciding to wear box braids, we must already know how to achieve: in the living room, or braiding oneself? It will cost on average fifty euros to be styled boxing braids in specialized salons, especially if you want to wear highlights wicks.

If we have the hand, we can braid the hair itself but it will be necessary to arm yourself with patience since this hairstyle is very long to realize: 5h on short hair, and more than 10h on long hair ...

Well hydrate her hair, even braided

The advantage of this hairstyle: it takes between 3 to 4 weeks depending on the type of hair. Attention, that does not mean that we must neglect the maintenance of his hair. If the shampoos can be more spaced (only one per week is enough), it is necessary to think to well moisturize its lengths with the help of oils or adapted hair products in order to prevent any breakage related to the weaving, in particular if the hair is naturally dry.

How to style his box braids?

Tucked in a low or high ponytail , in a tight or blurry bun , or in a semi-tail, the box braids can be styled in many different ways. To go to work, we can wear them so that they fall freely on our shoulders.

For a family meal or for parties, we can weave them as Beyoncé , for a XXL cut of the most beautiful effect, or wear them in a low bun like Eva Marcille, to bring a more sophisticated side to her hairstyle.

You can also accessorize your hairstyle with a scarf worn bandana fashion, jewelry for hair that is individually fixed to a braid, or pretty hair clips that can be used to bring a little fancy to his hairstyle.

Those who do not have cold eyes can even opt for colorful extensions , with original colors.