For anyone with curly or coily hair who wants to reduce manipulation, maintain moisture, support length retention, and protect their ends—whether for a few days or a few weeks. The goal is retention, not restriction, allowing your natural hair rest and thrive.
COMMON EXAMPLES: cornrows, box braids, twists, stitch braids, faux locs, sew-ins or weaves, wigs (with the natural hair braided underneath), crochet braids, updos or tucked styles. Even styles you wear for just a few days—like a flat twist set or a low bun—can function as protective styles when done intentionally.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Ends are tucked and protected, tension is controlled, hair is prepped properly, scalp is accessible for care, maintenance is intentional and takedown is gentle.