Box-Braids

Everything you need to know about ROCKING box-braids!

The Old School

The super-long, rope-thick style of braids and twists we're seeing right now is a direct throwback to the '90s--when stars like Janet Jackson and Brandy,  made them their signature look. To this day the style is oftentimes casually referred to as the 'Poetic Justice,' after the movie in which Janet Jackson made the hairstyle iconic. This style in the '90's was often rocked in a high ponytail or flowing down the back. 

The New School                    
  Since Solange Knowles started wearing her hair natural in '09, she's alternated between rocking her bountiful afro loose and locking it into butt-length box braids. Her older sis Beyonce followed suit this summer, swapping her weave for braids in the signature blonde we've basically come to accept as her natural color. With the above history of box braid, we can vividly see that it is one of the most significant hairstyles for many. Some countries that this style serve prominence are USA, Nigeria, Ghana, Trinidad, Jamaica and many others. The braiding style is very effective and to me, the neatness of the braid sends the greatest effect. The neatness of the braid includes, the tightness of the braid itself as well as the parting or sectioning off of the scalp. These parts should be straight and even throughout the client's head to create an effective look. Another important factor of rocking braids, is maintaining that neatness. Your hair and scalp should always contain a rich shine while rocking your braids. There are various products that you can apply to it to create such look. These may include Mega Growth Temple Recovery, VitaminE oils as well as Coco Butter and Avocado oils. These are the products that I use and would recommend to anyone who wishes to maintain their braids. The  above pictures are examples of satisfied clients who rocked box braids that was done by Onika Cooper. Below are pictures of my recommended products that you can purchase at any pennywise/cosmetics store worldwide. Get yours today. 

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