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Braids and Cornrows


Photo Courtesy of National Geographic 2003

Hair Braiding and Cornrows are traditional African hair styles that have spanned the tests of time. Learn how to create and maintain your braids and cornrows with or without extensions.

It might be strange to think of a 19 year-old female getting a hair transplant, but Kris Johnson of Atlantis Hair Transplant Clinic in Fort Lauderdale Florida says he is seeing an increase in the n

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This is a modified form of traditional braids in that human/synthetic hair is weaved into your own. This method has added benefit because the hair extensions act as a shield to UV rays which could be damaging to the hair. What type of hair extension you choose will primarily depend upon your budget.

Styles using human hair last longer but are more expensive. Plastic synthetic hair is available and very cheap (approximately $1/bag) but it's difficult to work with, may damage the hair and doesn't last very long.

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Braids are easy, fun and just about anyone can do this style effectively.  Unlike the Afro, braids can be done on chemically-treated hair, naturally straight hair, naturall

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Braids are a pretty easy method to use for those starting their dreadlocks on their own. This is one of the best methods for dreadlocking extremely soft, loosely coiled hair.

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Cornrows have existed for a very long time but not until recently have they become more acceptable in mainstream society.  Although still considered taboo in many circles, today we see everyone from the guys on the corner to major celebrities sporting this style.  Cornrows, like braids, are very versatile.  With a skilled set of hands and a flare for originality, the result is only limited by your imagination.  In this section, you will learn how to do cornrows, cornrow extensions and how to combine cornrows with other styles.

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This video tutorial demonstrates how to achieve complicated cornrows styles.

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Breakage  in natural Black hair is common due to the fragility of our hair.  What exacerbates hair loss amongst those of us with natural Black hair are chemical procedures and styling.&nb

Comb twisting is achieved by using a small rat-tailed comb to form coils. This is usually done by a loctician or natural hair stylist, but you can achieve this look on your own with time and patience. Another advantage is that they can be done on very short hair.

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This method creates a braid or cornrows that seemlessly attaches to the hair.  in other words, there's no bulky knot at the start of the braid or cornrows which indicates that hair extensions

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Braids and weaved styles are wonderful when done correctly.  Unfortunately, many stylists engage in practices that can actually lead to permanent damage and hair loss.

Many women with extensions don't want them to look or behave like fake hair.  In braiding, we've been able to eliminate the dreaded knot with no-knot or feed-in braids.  Now there's tre

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Many people often cause severe damage to their hair while attempting to take out their braids. Keep in mind that your hair has not been combed or brushed for a significant period of time and hair which has normally been shed remains in the braid. Therefore, it's important to be careful when combing and subsequently washing the hair.

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A new US study has revealed that hair-grooming practices are actually dangerous for your hair.

The key to braids care is making sure your hair has enough moisture. If your braids are dry, you can use a variety of products to lubricate them and reduce itchy scalp.

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