Box BraidsBox Braids is a type of hair extension which is rapidly growing in popularity. They are very similar to Micro Braids except for the fact that Box Braids use synthetic hair rather than natural hair. Box Braids consist of four-strand braids created by crossing opposing strands, one pair on top of the other. Since this is a difficult thing to do using only two hands, two braiding stylists are often required. Box Braids take about 6 to 12 hours to complete, and last several weeks when they are properly maintained.Conflicting Box Braid TermsBox Braids are sometimes referred to as Micro Braids, except cut into box shapes. So there you have it. Braiding terms are sometimes misconstrued to mean something else, depending on the area of the country you are visiting to get your hair braided.Hair Braiding, CornrowsCornrows are Flat Braids. This hair braiding technique differs from Single Braids in that instead of a lot of 'single braids' hanging down, the majority of the braid is 'inverted braids'. These Inverted Braids are braided close to the scalp. The Inverted Braids differ from Cornrows in that with Cornrows, the braid effect is a 'protruding twist and turn on the surface of the scalp of a wearer's head. These neatly braided 'twists and turns' have the shape of a continuous figure 8.Cornrow Hair Braiding ProcessThe Cornrow hair braiding process is first, creating a 'foundation' upon which to 'build' a hair braiding creation. Cornrow styles are as creative as the imagination can carry, and can be very exquisite, or very large and plain Cornrow braids.To begin, two sets of lines are drawn based upon the design or 'foundation' predetermined by the hair braiding creator or hair braider. The Cornrows then strictly follow the pattern of lines drawn to guide the systematic design. Cornrow hair braiding can use your own hair to braid, or add synthetic or human hair. Although human hair tends to be more on the expensive side, it can be done. History of Cornrow Hair BraidingCornrow hair braiding originated in Africa. Ancient civilization such as Romans that migrated and settled there, possibly also through slavery, continued the tradition.The smaller the braid, the more sophisticated the look. Additionally, because traditionally women were in positions of having to care for their families, a woman that had a lot of time to devote to her hair was usually from a wealthy or royal family. Most other women had 'quick fix' type hairdos to enable them to quickly get back to their common tasks to sustain their households through weaving, farm work, drawing water, etc. Micro Braids Hair BraidingMicro Braids require patience while a lady is served by treating her hair to elegant, tiny braids, hence Micro Braids.Conflicting Micro Braids TermsMicro Braids have been known to a much smaller extent as Invisible Braids. However, there is a distinct different between the two. Notice clarification on Tree Braids as well, below.Invisible Braid Hair BraidingInvisible braids are a subset of Micro Braids, in that they look like Micro Braids. However, at first glance, especially when looking at the back of the head and sides of the Invisible Braids, one thinks it is a weave!When one looks at the front of the Invisible Braids however, (the frontal section of the wearers face), one sees that it is definitely Invisible Braids instead. Hence the popularity of Invisible Braids- their versatile look. And popularity. Invisible Braids are not braided as long as Micro Braids are. In fact, if you are a high powered attorney or business manager, we recommend Invisible Braids. Swim, or wash Invisible Braids done the right way as often as you want. Tree Braid Hair BraidingAs you can imagine with Tree Braids, hair braiding terminology sprouts up like jack in the bean stalk. What is a common term can often get a new life of its own by overzealous braiders attempting to infuse new excitement into their hair braiding business. Therefore Tree Braids is nothing more than a Micro Braid, or Medium Micros. As with the definition of Invisible Braids above, you can also easily imagine that Tree Braids can be made of Invisible Braids too. The difference, again, is in the length of the braid section of the hair. However, Tree Braids adds a new twist to the look: a technique that makes the hair look fuller. The texture of human hair that can pull this off very nicely is usually 'wet and wavy'. If you have any questions about other hair you may want to use to pull this Tree Braid effect off successfully, please enquire.With our maintenance plan, your Invisible Braids, Tree Braids, and Micro Braids stay healthy, brand new, and yes...still can turn heads! Request and appointment today: kaaleshairbraiding@yahoo.com |
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