Series Intro Our hair care routines are deeply personal. From our first salon experience to the first product we fell in love with, every moment is a part of our hair story. At Byrdie, we're ...

Growing up in Amherst, Yasmin Brandford recalls her family being one of only about 20 Black families in the community. She started learning how to braid hair at age 7, practicing on her Barbies and ...

Ceonni Dunn and Xavri Valdez, Hampshire College students, watch as Yasmin Brandford, owner of Amherst Extensions and Beauty Salon, explains the different methods and styles of braiding hair during a ...

FKA Twigs just won her first-ever Grammy Award for her Best Dance/Electronic Album Eusexua. And, in true Twigs fashion, her hair was her plus one. But, it wasn’t her anthurium red, gelled spikes, and ...

Learn how to properly braid down locs for a flawless wig install. This technique keeps your look smooth and natural every time! Four reasons this could be a huge week for Trump Dietitians say you ...

Every so often, a protective style comes along that completely shakes up the hair community. Boho braids are a perfect example, going from a simple concept to a cult favorite almost overnight. Now, a ...

Braids on men used to be frowned upon, but welcome to the 21st century! Old doctrines have passed away, and new ones are taking root. Everywhere you turn, there’s a young man with braided hair and ...

2025 has been all about hair that’s textured, expressive, and full of personality. We have curls that never fall flat and braids that get more creative by the week. This year’s biggest hair trends are ...

Amira Rasool is a NYC-based writer. She covers all topics around hair and fashion. As the name suggests, Marley twists were inspired by legendary Reggae musician Bob Marley's iconic mane. A popular ...

With an ever-growing range of braid styles, hair lovers can express their creativity through different types of braids like box braids and cornrows. Braids remain a preferred go-to hair style for ...

Why Do People Braid Hair? Many people choose braids as their go-to hairstyle because they’re stylish and low maintenance. They also protect your hair from daily styling, breakage, and the elements, ...

Whether you call it a "braid" or a "plait," it's universally agreed that the weaved hairstyle is a sure way to add intrigue to your strands. The intricate patterns and ornate designs transform your ...