No fear: Ahead, you’ll find expert tutorials for a variety of braids, with tips to help keep them immaculate. You won’t need any rubber bands for this tutorial, as Taylor recommends skipping them if you can: “Rubber bands can cause breakage and will pop really fast,” she says, especially if they’re too tight on the delicate strands. When you’re ready, follow these steps: “If you’re new to this, I’d recommend sticking with the traditional cornrow style, which runs from the front of the scalp back in a straight line,” Taylor adds. “Once you’re comfortable with that, you can start to play with designs and be more creative.”
