Okay, I have to admit something: I was today years old when I learned you could transform your locs into box braids. I’ve been talking about how versatile locs are for, like, weeks, but I didn’t truly ...

Look, no matter how many dope loc-styling videos I watch, I’ll never get them myself. Don’t get me wrong—I think the protective style is absolutely beautiful, but the whole forever thing? Yeah, not ...

Do you love locs but aren't willing to commit the time and energy needed to achieve the look? Try faux locs! Our favorite YouTubers show us how it’s done.

Kayla Greaves is the former Executive Beauty Editor for InStyle, overseeing all beauty coverage on the site. She has previously held positions at HuffPost and Bustle. Whether you've been on your loc ...

In this business, we go by the rule of threes: if you see one person doing some cool beauty shit, you take note. Two is really when you take notice. But three? Well, that means it's officially a thing ...

Read the original article on Purewow. We’ve seen a bunch of protective styles sweep the internet over the last few years (think: goddess braids, flat twists and layered braids). But there's one style ...

Locs are a deeply symbolic hairstyle in the Black community. They represent a journey of personal growth, cultural pride and spiritual connection. However, they require a lot of patience, and some may ...

I’ve never quite been the protective hairstyle believer, and have only had my hair braided twice before. But this year, I decided to give faux locs a try, and I quite liked the experience. Faux locs ...

The loc journey is a profound spiritual experience. It’s also a deeply personal one, lending to varying styles and techniques that fit your individual preferences and lifestyle. Among the many ...