Winter in the DMV is deceptive. One afternoon you're walking along the National Harbor in 55-degree sunshine, and the next morning you're scraping frost off your windshield. But whether it's 30 degrees or 50, the reality stays the same: the air is still dry. For women wearing braids in the DMV, winter dryness isn’t just uncomfortable — it directly affects style longevity and scalp health. If you're wearing Knotless Braids, Box Braids, cornrows, or any other protective style in the winter, or...

Boho Knotless Braids have become (and remained for several years now!) one of the most requested protective styles among Black women in the DMV, and for good reason. They combine the scalp-friendly benefits of knotless braiding with the carefree, textured aesthetic that works in boardrooms and on beaches alike. But here's what most people don't realize: Boho Knotless Braids require a different maintenance approach than traditional Box Braids or standard knotless styles. The curly ends aren't...