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Braided Bantu Knots on Box Braids
Your box braids are not just one hairstyle, they're the foundation for many! Give your look a '90s-inspired, edgy update with this easy styling hack.
Tired of your long braids? Learn how to do Bantu knots on box braids with this easy tutorial. A fun, edgy way to get your braids off your neck and create a whole new look.
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What's inside this guide
Did you know?
Bantu knots are a traditional African hairstyle dating back centuries. Applying this ancient styling technique to modern box braids is a perfect fusion of past and present.
KEY BENEFITS OF HAIRSTYLE
Benefits
Creates a bold, edgy, and fun new look.
Gets long, heavy braids up and off the neck.
A great way to refresh an older braided style.
Very easy and quick to do yourself.
A no-commitment way to try a new vibe.
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How to ask your stylist for this hairstyle
Tips
This is a DIY style done on existing braids. You wouldn't go to a stylist for this unless asking them to style your finished braids for a specific event.
People also ask
Question & Answer
Do Bantu knots curl your braids?
Yes! After wearing your braids in Bantu knots for a few hours (or overnight), taking them down will result in beautiful, heatless waves or curls in the braids themselves, giving you yet another new style.
