What is the best braiding hair to use? Tips for new braiders

how to purchase the best braiding hair. Here are some tips you'll need to get the best quality braids. I'll link all the braiding hair down below for purchase. affiliate links are below.
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[@Mickeymarie0987]

This was the video i didn’t realize i needed

[@The.EbonyJay]

Period 😁 .

[@scrubz.n.squatz2495]

Lol facts 😂❤❤

[@Alex-om7nq]

Hiii! I have an outgrown buzzcut and now is a pixie cut. What is the alternative for box braid? I have a 1A thick hair. I want it to be culturally appropriate. Thank youu​@@The.EbonyJay

[@Indybindy]

but no fr the prestretched xpressions is TOP TIERRRR🔥

[@candy405]

Which brand

[@candy405]

Outre or sensational

[@kay-ty5rx]

How many packs on avg is needed ?

[@MagicQueendom]

Not if you’re sensitive to it.

[@Kaneshaa]

@@MagicQueendomwhich one do you use

[@rayeilmanning8350]

REAL COSMETOLOGIST💇🏾‍♀️💅🏾. So sick of every StyleSeat braider telling us “5-6 packs of Ruwa hair is required!!” Thank you! Subscribed

[@reneeholley1891]

Thank you!!! This video was so needed I’m in the process of getting my hair box braided for the first time. You answered all my questions!! 💯💯 Great Video!! 👍🏽👏🏽

[@christinabivens8646]

Xpressions and Ruwa are my favorite brands to do knotless braids

[@Samantha1231231]

This is the exact video I needed to make my choice. Thanks so so much!!!

[@belizeangal3409]

I recommend the Ez hair to someone who has a sensitive scalp, that’s prone to itching and I like the hair, because it doesn’t have any bacteria within the strands and you won’t have a issue with dipping it in hot water.

[@MagicQueendom]

This is MY go to even though my stylist prefers expressions. I only get my hair done for vacations and I just can not go on vacation and be itching and scratching, and carrying on bcuz I will have my husband taking them braids out with a quickness. So yah the expressions may be better for style, but the No Itch EZ braid is better for my scalp.

[@hb2862]

I have excema and psoriasis. So you think it would be the best for me? Do you have to wash the hair before?

[@tyeshayecamille7643]

Oh my gosh thank you so much for this!!! I’m not a braider but every time I get my hair braided I be forget which one are the good ones. I don’t like the hair to get tangled at the ends when I leave it curly. *just subscribed*

[@yvonnethomas1537]

Thank you so much I needed to know that the Africans that braids your hair the hair is so cheap that he literally burns your scalp and I don’t mind paying for my hair, so thank you so much I needed to hear that and to know that I did subscribe and yes you are a good teacher😊

[@samanthajones3049]

LOL...."Slick ponytail on my worst enemy..."😂😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉

[@BeautyandLynn]

This video is the best thing I could have found! I came back just to let everyone know that her ratings are real and my braids look so much better with the highly rated rating hair

[@MzLeo293]

Ruwa seems like it’ll go with my blown out hair texture perfectly. I’ll try it with some knotless braids and comeback with a update

[@Ann-ub4mf]

EXCELLENT video and teaching. 😊❤

[@quendeja1751]

Thank you so much for doing this video 🙄🙄🙄 been searching the whole wide web trying to figure this out 🤣🤣🤣😭

[@babydollkincaid4584]

Just discovered your video. You're very knowledgeable . I'm glad I watched it now. I know what kind of hair to purchase for my braids. Thank you!❤❤❤

[@The.EbonyJay]

No problem 😉

[@capri_sunflower8496]

This is th exact video i needed, thank you gurl 😭🙏🏽

[@ohsofancylocsllc7761]

You are absolutely a great teacher at this here KZbin University 👏🏾 You literally answered every question I had regarding what hair to use. I stopped braiding hair after college because we had that first pack of hair and I am thee prissy girl and I just refused to tear up my hands. After learning about knotless braids I was skeptical about starting back again but just you talking about the different hair and what it does to your hands really helped me to go ahead and get started back again. I have definitely subscribed. Thank you Professor! 💎

[@The.EbonyJay]

So glad i could help 🥲 and welcome to class lol

[@ohsofancylocsllc7761]

@@The.EbonyJay 😂 thank you!

[@Heavensent0602]

Thanks for this video.

[@SheisHer95]

Hi! Thankyou for this video! Can you do a video on how to tie a knot at the end of a knotless braid or how do you do it? Because for some reason I can not tie a knot at the end lol

[@sillybird6691]

Thanks young sister...great video yoyr going to go far in your career because your humble and open for suggestions

[@jonespink]

This video came right on time. Thanks algorithms. 😂 I’m braiding my hair at the end of July and wanted to try a different braiding hair. I usually use Outre! But the 1 and 1b is atrocious!! It’s so stringy and sooo many fly always!! I love their mixed colors!! Guess I’ll stick with Outre lol. First time watching your video! And I didn’t skip any (like I normally do). New subie!! ❤

[@The.EbonyJay]

Awww ☺️ that makes me happy welcome in

[@lavannacurtis1843]

I love your video. ThNk you.

[@The.EbonyJay]

Thank u for watching

[@Hydeiabeauty]

Thank you I needed this information. I’m going to open a braid shop at home.

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes 🙌🏽 definitely do it !!!

[@AmberMitchellforever21]

Needed this

[@YESIMFUNNYAND]

Nice video very helpful

[@Sparkl3pantz222]

Perfectly done!! Thank you for being so clarifying. I'm autistic and it's so hard for me to understand, but you're beautifully amazing 👏 💕 thank you so very kindly.

[@The.EbonyJay]

Omg you are welcome 🙏🏽

[@invadazim7364]

Thank yoooouuuu!!!

[@planningwithadiva]

I had to pause the video and get my notebook so I could take notes! I definitely subscribed and be watching more videos to help me as I being my braiding journey. I missing out on too much money!

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yea girl get this bag !!!! This makes me so happy 😁

[@taragraves2306]

Subscribed! Great video!🎉

[@terriwilson8354]

Purchased two 42 inch packages of the Outre hair today. I’ll be installing 8-10 feed-in braids in my own head for the very first time. Thank you for reviewing these brands so I can make an informed decision and increase my confidence. ❤

[@The.EbonyJay]

No problem

[@lucious890]

They still sell that at my cornir store its that cheap pack or silky brand it cuts through my fingers and its super shiny but it did have me right back in my teen to adolescent days

[@lilkeyla5769]

Finally found the exact video i was looking for, past times I've gotten braids they were eh

[@chrisbwantmykiss]

African collection is the best

[@Driiiina5807]

This video was every thing I need.. ❤❤subscribed 🔔

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yay 😁

[@oliviarehema5853]

Baby that spetra gone do it everytime and it holds up perfectly.

[@donnakhairvibes3444]

How I knew outre xpression premium hair was it cause yes I like it best as a braider😂

[@sharinadavis9715]

Definitely subscribed!! I needed this video ❤❤

[@alexusphillips7858]

Out of them brands which one do you recommend for the island twist

[@namithaliemendes3622]

Nice

[@fruit032]

This is extremely helpful! Thank you

[@mkayauna]

about how many packs of 3 bundles do you use of the X-Pression Outre hair for regular size knotless ?

[@shortshala1673]

I got two out of 4 packs rn .. imma use the ez braid in the back and the outre in the front LMFAO

[@chor9488]

Awesome video thank you for the details :) I have a 3a curl pattern and I’m just starting on this journey of braiding since my hair requires a lot of upkeep and I just want a style that is going to be easy to maintain. Would you recommend the RUWA hair for me to use since my hair isn’t really corse? Thanks x

[@serenliity._]

so which braiding hair should i use for island twist ?. aand how many packs.

[@breebree17]

I use EZBraid and X-Pression but EZBraid is my go to.. I never had a problem with the ends but I do braid all the way down and dip or either curl the ends

[@Bellacheerleader]

Right she said she didn’t like it but it looked good and i liked the movement of the hair

[@ShavonneSeven]

Thank you for this!!!

[@jxharrison16x]

Thank you so much for creating this video! Extremely helpful 😊 would you use either of your top two for twists as well? I’m looking to do a goddess braid or twist style for my honeymoon! ❤

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes these would be perfect . For a natural texture use afro twist hair

[@imsatindoll]

Thank you so much. I ordered hair from Amazon for my stylist to use on my twists and the ends are tangling like crazy and it’s driving me crazy so I had to click on this video so I’ll know what to get next time!

[@The.EbonyJay]

Okkkkj good 😊

[@lawanacroskey7994]

My hair is a soft 4c with gray and black mix. I want try braids again but want to make sure the hair does not mate. Any thing I need to look out for when I choose my braider?

[@tw3412]

Would you still recommend using Queen B braiding hair for knotless braids ?

[@KarleesCastelin]

I know I'm seeing this video a little late but, I have a thick, 4a/4b hair type and I'm going to the salon for boho knotless braids. What would you recommend for me?

[@lydiaagarza1572]

How many 5x 58’ x pressions I need for medium box braids??

[@jrojas1416]

How far do u dip the braid?

[@CorieCossom]

What color number is good for my 4C hair of i go out for my 4C to buy the braiding hair pleeas🤔

[@Mrs.CryssieJ]

Can u make a video on if you cut the pre stretched hair how you prep it after for braiding? I like the ruwa hair as well as the x-pressions thank you for sharing this ebony I greatly appreciated it

[@msjuicycouture22]

After you cut it, on the blunt side you need to feather it out. You can pull each strand or a couple at a time, just a little bit. Do that for all the strands and comb or brush that end lightly as well. That way you have a feathered /Pre stretched look

[@Mrs.CryssieJ]

@@msjuicycouture22 thank you so much I greatly appreciate it😊❤

[@The.EbonyJay]

Hey i don’t cut the prestretched hair . Only when all the braids are done yes . Is that the time you are referring to ?

[@Mrs.CryssieJ]

@@The.EbonyJay no I was referring to before as the hair maybe too long for the client

[@valentinaharold1333]

Does the outre come in shorter legth than 78?

[@user-kd8wz2xc6d]

Hey luv! New here.Omgoodness you are a life saver..Yesss! I was just about to purchase the worse one you had shown..lol So glad I ran across you.Before I purchase,I have a question does the one you favor the most out of all..Does it itch,cause irritation to the scalp?? If not,I will definitely purchase.Again you again❤

[@The.EbonyJay]

Honestly any of them could cause irritation because it’s all plastic so i would suggest an apple cider vinegar bath after receiving the hair

[@TatyM530]

I only use ruwa

[@CorieCossom]

Hello🤝🏽 it's nice to meet you corie i like to ask you??I have 4C hair what's kind of hair is good for my 4C hair to match my hair color so it can look like the same hair color for my 4C hair?? Please help me with that I am trying to put the color of my hair tight

[@tatiana9723]

I thought braiding to the tip was a must, where exactly do you stop braiding and how do you seal the ends?

[@Bigboss-mr6vi]

Hot water to seal

[@luvrbae]

outre is my fav to use, i love the texture and the color options are top tier. i loge bright colors and its nice they have that option. i do find its a bit heavy though bc i have so much thick hair so i usually have a lot of braids. so I'm wondering which of these are the lightest in weight to you?

[@The.EbonyJay]

The rawu hair for sure

[@luvrbae]

@@The.EbonyJay thank you so much

[@mrsreddick4645]

Great video. Exactly what I was looking for. Question: did you put a tiny knot at the end of the last two? Couldn’t tell. (And oh, I subscribed 😊)

[@linamars2438]

Have you ever used yarn for braiding? Like the Brazilian wool hair? If so which would you say is gentler on the hair and last the longest between braiding hair and acrylic yarn?

[@The.EbonyJay]

Oh now i haven’t tried that before so idk

[@joyh.729]

This was very helpful! I really liked how you actually showed your braiding of the different hair types and explained why you liked them. GREAT teaching technique! Keep it up!!!🌟🌟🌟

[@nadianewsome693]

What would be best for curls at the end? Like just roller curls.

[@The.EbonyJay]

I would say my favorite ones in the video would be the best

[@missshay.b8395]

Have you ever used, Freetress pre stretched 3x braiding hair.

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes i have. I like that as well

[@mylovelyhair684]

It is normal to feel the hair itching or has prickly ends? It picks the back, because I tried different kinds and it's all give the same feeling Anyone reply me please

[@latoyawilliams4711]

Thank you can you I know what braid to get can you also help me in which braided gel is the best to use?

[@The.EbonyJay]

Check the description box

[@latoyawilliams4711]

Thank you hun I found it 🙏🏾

[@kakishisfriend1126]

Outre set my scalp on fire lately, even after the vinegar dip 😢

[@jocelynthompson9582]

What about the pre rinsed in acv braiding hair? Have you tried the one by zury?

[@The.EbonyJay]

No not yet

[@Indybindy]

i loveeeee ruwa but sometimes it’s so silky it be hurting my hands😭😭

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yea that’s why i stopped using it honestly. Needed something more matte .

[@teresamartinez8093]

I’ve been trying to get my daughters hair braided the lady keeps cancelling rescheduling. Bc I live in a rural area it’s very slim on people who braid. The only hair available is Sally’s or magic fingers. Which would you recommend for a first timer. I’m going to attempt doing knotless braids

[@The.EbonyJay]

I would recommend ordering online .probably Amazon . And i don’t think I’ve heard of magic fingers having a store but i love their products i wouldn’t go to Sally’s for anything lol

[@MzLeo293]

UPDATE: I tried the 30” Ruwa hair for thigh length knotless braids. The texture goes perfect with my blowdried hair, doesn’t tangle much if you properly detangle while braiding and it didn’t burn my fingers like other brands. I don’t like how thin the ends are so I had to add more hair but it has a lot of movement once I dipped them. I would definitely buy this hair again in a longer length so that I don’t have to add as much hair to the braids.

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes Ruwa ends are always thin to me ! Glad you gave it a try ! Definitely tag me in any pics I’d love to see . The ebony jay on all platforms girl 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@SLAYLORDFOCKER]

You braid so effortlessly. The way you place your fingers 😮‍💨👌🏾 The Ruwa I thought I liked until I came to the same realization as you so I stopped lol. I never tried the 2nd option. The last 2 are the only ones I use. This video is very informative and straight to the point. Braid gels next ? 👀🫶🏾😂

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes 🙌🏽 i have a gel video but i think it’s time for an updated gel video ! Let’s get into the real tea ! Lol 😂 cause I’m very direct and will tell it like it is .

[@SLAYLORDFOCKER]

@@The.EbonyJay Yessss ! No fr ❤️

[@mistrastcyr2177]

Fast braider.

[@Nina-jw9qx]

Hii, loved the video!❤ What do you mean by 3 packs? Like 3 bundles or three packs that have three bundles inside??? I think you said in the 6:24 min 😅

[@The.EbonyJay]

3 packs

[@millzdeals]

How many inches I need for top butt length braids straight 😊

[@mylovelyhair684]

Is this give itchy feeling in the back, because this is what my daughter always complaining about,, I mean the ends

[@MagicQueendom]

Spectra anti itch ez braid

[@vanessacoste7629]

Do you wash the outre hair before installing it? Does I have that itchy chemical in it?

[@The.EbonyJay]

No i don’t wash it

[@christinabivens8646]

Do you do 1 on 1 classes

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes i do . app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17083237

[@ExtreemeIndiaJOlene]

I don't like silky shine I'm okay with xpression and ruwa. I suggest the silky texture for ppl with silk like hair.

[@LoveOfArt87]

Very new to braiding, why do you dip the hair in water at the end?

[@Bellacheerleader]

To seal it

[@oliviarehema5853]

The Ruwa literally looks like spetra all the way down to the "thin ends" the only difference I see is the extra textured bumpy look from the Ruwa but I dont like that anyway.

[@MsBeyonce06]

@Ebonyjay hi, new bradier and subscribers ... I used EZbraid hair because my color is hard to match. Color T4/30...the tips are the wrong color though. My question is when braiding I always end up with a blunt tip with this hair or maybe its my technique... how do you prevent ending up with the blunt tip? Also if I do end up with the blunt tip is there a way to thin it after you braided it already? ❤Can you make a video on this 😊 Also do you have a video on best method curling the ends of braids?

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yes I’ll make a video that focuses on just the ends of hair this is a great question. But a simple answer is a razor comb for the ends or add more hair before you finish braiding

[@MsBeyonce06]

@@The.EbonyJay ok thank you. The length I purchased is 26inch.. My hair is to my waist so I didn't want to do much cutting because the braid hair is almost the length of my hair which is a gift and a curse. I wish my hair was a little shorter in the braid but after I blow dry it its really long. Can you also include how you use the razor comb to fix the ends 🙂 Also, I appreciate your reply 🥰🥰

[@MsBeyonce06]

​@@The.EbonyJay I did some more braids and I ran into the same issue with it resulting in blut tips. I tried to use razzor scissors but it wasn't that helpful. Probably because I don't know how to use them 😂. I think the hair length was like 42 maybe I should try a shorter length when feeding in. My hair is almost to my waist I didn't want braids longer than that so I wanted to know how do you prevent blunt tips when this hair is so long 😩 🤔. I hope you make a video showing how to fix this soon. I'm in stand-by 😂😂😂😂

[@laiwhi3726]

What does dipping it in hot water do?

[@The.EbonyJay]

Make it less stiff

[@amelthecreator]

what hair (synthetic or human) would you suggest for ppl if they want to do the boho look on braids and twists? 😭 because ppl saying that synthetic lasts as long as human and that human hair bulk is quite expensive etc.

[@amelthecreator]

i just want to get a brand that’ll last me from mid november (when i get my hair done) to like maybe Christmas or new years. and not so expensive. 🙁

[@amelthecreator]

also thank you for making this video! it helped me decide on which braiding hair to use for my senegalese twists..which is the one i grew up on; xpression outre. im gonna do 350 nd 613 (for peekaboo style) so if anyone knows any brands, don’t be afraid to tell me pls!

[@The.EbonyJay]

Yea it’s all in how you take care of it . Check out this video for the human hair it’s honestly not that expensive kzbin.info/www/bejne/rX2yk4mHi5l5hpYsi=8fJEfUFsm0ZjpkET For synthetic hair you can use almost anything just add some gel to it

[@amelthecreator]

@@The.EbonyJaythank you so much 🖤

[@kensleyred]

So which 1 has no tangles on a serious note??

[@The.EbonyJay]

Girl none it’s all plastic lol

[@chichi-ew3ts]

I’ve come here say that prestretched hair looks like sh* for longer braids, they give a full at the top and skinny at the tips feel. auntie in Peckham was too lazy to stretch my hair I brought & she used her prestretched hair . The difference isxl crazy

[@ManicKiwii]

Im looking for movement 😢

[@cierralynn0303]

yeah but which one has less itchiness 😭😭

[@Lee-lee-w1r]

I’ve heard many saying spectra ezbraid hair isn’t itchy