Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. @tameramowrytwo / instagram Faux locs are a beautiful protective style that can be worn in so many ways. One of the most popular ...

Butterfly locs are the most recent edition of faux loc protective styles. The '90s-inspired, low-tension hairstyle uses water wave braiding hair to achieve a more carefree and textured version of the ...

From braids to twists to cornrows and wigs, there are no shortage of protective styles to choose from. But there's one style that's trending that's on our radar — butterfly locs. These faux locs give ...

Like many Black women, I grew up wearing protective styles to give my natural or processed hair a break. When I was young, I was devoted to braids — cornrows and box braids in particular. As an adult, ...

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, ...

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The spiritual and cultural significance of locs in the Black community cannot be emphasized enough. They not only are aesthetically stunning, but also hold a powerful representation of identity, ...

Dr. Kari Williams, trichologist and creator of the trendy hairstyle, is the mastermind behind the do worn by Meagan Good, Brandy and a handful of other Hollywood A-listers. What makes these bohemian ...

Faux locs have been around for decades, but we have Dr. Kari Williams and her celebrity clientele (Meagan Good, Eva Marcille and more) to thank for another wildly popular variation: goddess locs. The ...

For so long women of color have gone the extra mile to protect our natural hair. From wigs and weaves, to big chops and braids, our brilliance and ingeniousness can be exemplified in our hair and the ...

There is no limit to the protective hairstyles you can choose from nowadays, but goddess locs should rank high on your list. Designed in partnership with actress Meagan Good and hairstylist Dr. Kari ...