Box Braids: Check out all about and see looks for inspiration

If you’re thinking of making a change in your appearance, how about betting on box braids? Super stylish, these braids leave any look detached and full of attitude! So come here, we’ll tell you all about this technique, as well as wonderful looks for you to be inspired by.

What is box braids?

The box braids, also known as afro braids, is a hair extension technique, which is performed from the junction of natural hair with a synthetic fiber. Generally, many women use this technique to obtain a greater volume and length of the strands, besides the practicality and a lot of style in everyday life!

The production process of the box braids it’s pretty simple and easy. But we advance that it is a technique a little time consuming, it can last on average 3 hours, but it can vary depending on the length and style desired!

And what are the types of synthetic hair?

There are several types of synthetic fibers nowadays, but the most favorite and known are Jumbo, Kanekalon and Wool. Each one of these fibers gives a different look and feel, besides the cost benefit! So, take a look at the advantages of each one.

Jumbo

The great benefit of Jumbo fiber is that it has a lighter fall than the others, great for those who want to avoid some of the weight that extensions can bring. Besides, it is a very easy to find synthetic hair, not to mention the super affordable price, ein!

Kanekalon

And those who want a more natural look, Kanekalon is the ideal fibre! Yes, the look looks incredible, but we warn you that this fiber is not that light, leaving the braids a little heavy. Another detail is that this type of synthetic hair is not so easy to find, so its price is a little more expensive!

Wool

Already the box braids wool is made from the very wool used for knitting, that’s right! So we don’t even need to talk about it being overrated, right? This type of weave is perfect for those who want to bet on colors, allowing a very extroverted and stripped look.

Learn how to take care of box braids!

The maintenance of box braids is super simple, only requires regular shampooing directly at the hair root! Other products are not indicated, because they can leave residues in the hair, allowing an excess of dandruff.

Moths last on average 3 months, however, this will depend on care and maintenance. It is not recommended to exceed this time with the extensions as it prevents damage to natural hair and scalp! And let’s face it, our strands need to breathe a little, right?

The most amazing colored hair for you to radicalize in the shade of the hairs

So check out some more box braid looks for inspiration.

Types of hair: Check yours and how to care for it

How about trying to do it at home? Take a look at this amazing Nátaly Neri video where she teaches you step by step how to make your own box braids!

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Graduating in Fine Arts, she puts together each look as if it were a masterpiece, while watching several reviews of skincare productions on Youtube.