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Knotless box braids on a woman with deep brown skin, seen from the back-left to show the style
Knotless box braids on a woman with deep brown skin, front view
Knotless box braids on a woman with deep brown skin, back view
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Knotless Box Braids

Long • Styled look

Knotless box braids are individual braids that start flat at the scalp, with extension hair fed in gradually, so there is no knot at the root and less tension. They are a protective style, also called knotless braids. A stylist installs them in several hours; they are usually kept in for six to eight weeks.

Length
Long
Suits
Coily, Curly
Upkeep
Low

Starting without a knot makes the roots lie flat and feel lighter than traditional box braids. Size and length are chosen at the start: medium braids to the waist are shown here. Gentle washing and a covered scalp at night help them last.

Who suits Knotless Box Braids?

  • Coily and curly hair that will be protected while it grows
  • People who want a long, low-effort style for several weeks

At the stylist

“Medium knotless box braids, about 1 cm square parts, waist length, in natural black, starting flat with no knot.”

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How long do Knotless Box Braids last?

Kept in for six to eight weeks, then taken out gently.

Also searched as

knotless braids · box braids · protective braids

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