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Long box braids hairstyle, front viewCatalog example

Images are AI-generated catalog examples. Your real result depends on your stylist’s technique and your hair type.

Hairstyle · Braids

Box braids

The hair is divided into square sections and each one becomes its own long braid. It’s a protective style that lasts for weeks with no morning styling, and it can be worn down, tied up or in a bun.

Length
Long
Upkeep
Low
Best textures
Coily, curly, wavy, straight
Face shapes
Oval, round, square, heart, long, diamond

How would Box Braids look on you?

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1 credit · no credits used until you press CONFIRM · combine with a color and beard in one try

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What to tell your stylist

“I’d like mid-back box braids with medium sections. Please don’t braid too tightly around my hairline. Let’s pick an extension color close to my natural hair or a few shades lighter.”

Tip: show the result you made in Mane too. A description plus a picture is the clearest brief.

Why choose it

  • No styling needed for weeks
  • Length and color come from the extensions
  • Protects natural hair

Keep in mind

  • Installation takes several hours
  • Braids that are too tight can strain the roots

Similar styles

Colors that go well with Box Braids

About Box Braids

Box braids are usually done with extensions, so length and color are up to you. Section size sets the braid thickness: small sections mean many thin braids, larger sections fewer, thicker ones. Installation takes several hours, and the result lasts six to eight weeks.

Because the hair falls away from the face and down past the shoulders, box braids suit almost every face shape. They hold best on afro-textured and curly hair. Braids that are too tight can strain the roots, so it’s important to ask for looser braiding around the hairline.

How long do box braids last?

Usually six to eight weeks. Keeping them in longer can cause buildup and breakage at the roots. After taking them out, give your hair a few days of rest.

Can box braids be done on straight hair?

Yes, but braids slip out faster on straight, silky hair. They last longer on afro-textured and curly hair. You can preview the look in Mane first.

How many credits does it take to try Box Braids in Mane?

Each CONFIRM costs 1 credit and creates one image. Picking options and browsing uses no credits; a credit is only used when you press CONFIRM, and it’s refunded automatically if the generation fails. You can combine a hairstyle, color and beard in the same CONFIRM. During the beta, credits are bought in the app and the same balance works on the web.

Try it on your own photo in 3 steps

  1. Add your photo

    Keep your face centered and well lit. Uploading a photo and picking options uses no credits.

  2. Box Braids is preselected

    The studio opens with this choice. Add a color, beard or smile if you like; everything is applied in the same try.

  3. Press CONFIRM

    Your result is usually ready in 10–30 seconds. Save your favorite, compare side by side or show it to your stylist.

See it before you cut or dye.

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