This box braids style was a hit last fall and it’s returning with a bang for the season. “This trending style is so popular because it provides volume, texture and a softer look to traditional braids, ...

The most common reasons for removing locs are the desire for a new hairstyle or scalp health concerns (like buildup or dermatitis). You can remove locs by cutting them out or combing them out.

September 20, 2025, marks four years since I loc’d my hair. To this day, it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. For years, my self-worth was tied to my hair. I missed school and work when it ...

Star Ravyn-Symoné embraces her roots with a new style—here's what we know so far.

It is just after noon inside Your Natural Image hair salon in South Kansas City, Missouri, on a Thursday in July. The 16-year-old Cornelius Mitchell has just come from under the dryer. Mitchell, a ...

There's no shortage of inspiration out there when it comes to protective hairstyles. Cornrows and knotless box braids have long been fan favorites for people looking for an easy-to-maintain, ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Full disclosure here: The best starter loc style is going to depend on your hair habits and lifestyle. ...

Cornelius Mitchell gets his locs retwisted by Your Natural Image stylist Mishelle Rice. The so-called Crown Act was signed by Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe on July 9. Missouri became the 28th state to pass ...