Box braids are the perfect solution to rocking a protective hairstyle while adding plenty of length. This dope hairstyle is great if you're looking to wear a style for about 2 months and not have to worry about doing your hair for a while. Since this style can last for several weeks, be sure to cleanse it weekly as I describe in my previous article How to Wash Your Box Braids to Keep your Hair and Scalp Healthy.

I live in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and if you live here or if you were coming here for vacation, I totally recommend that you get box braids as they are low maintenance and you won’t have to think about washing, detangling or styling your hair for weeks. Also, based on testimonies and different stories many of my clients have shared with me, there are three main reasons why people choose to get box braids: they are on vacation and don’t want to do their hair, they are going to a special event, like a festival or a wedding, or they have short hair and are looking for some length while they transition.

Whatever the reason is for you to get box braids, you are making a good decision! I wear box braids myself all the time and it always gives me a self-esteem boost plus it is a really fun and pretty hairstyle.

HAIR BRAIDING In San Juan Puerto Rico

Vacation Hairstyles

Box Braids, Cornrows, Twists, Locs and More.

If you have box braids already or are thinking of getting them, you may want to take a look at the video below where I share 3 easy ways to style your box braids. These styles take less than 5 minutes to create once you get the hang of them, and they are versatile as you can wear them to go out with friends, to the beach, to the club, on a date or a work event!

What You’ll Need:

• A scrunchie