PROS AND CONS OF KNOTLESS BOX BRAIDS | Tips, Maintenance, Frequently Asked Questions

It's been about three weeks since I've gotten my small knotless box braids, and I've been loving them! But make sure you watch this video BEFORE getting your knotless box braids to understand the pros, cons, maintenance tips, and more. For tips on how to do knotless box braids, check out my previous video. Enjoy! xo
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[@morganashante1992]

I had to pause the video when ole girl said $700 for some braids. What did she use man...Ain’t NOOO way imma pay for your rent in one setting babygirl💀

[@Nolixan]

Morgan Ashanté 😆😂😆😂😆😂😆😂😆😂😆😂

[@MrsHoskins1]

I paid $105 and they are so pretty, I've had them in almost a month and they are still nice. $700 is wayyyy too much!

[@mandalove3408]

@@MrsHoskins1 YOU CAN BUY A TV FOR THAT MUCH LMAOO

[@Africanbeautyy93]

Lmaoooo literally! That’s someone’s rent 🤣

[@towojuolominu5790]

I installed my last Thursday, and I LOVE IT. Especially how although long and full, it's still light...😍😍😘😘

[@Naakie]

Yes! They’re practically weightless

[@leesannepatterson3768]

I am shook at 13-14 packs of hair. I just watched a KZbinr (Jalisa E. Vaughn) and she used 3-4 packs and her hair is knee length. I think you got robbed😟

[@YJB722]

Leesanne Patterson I was going to say the same thing! I’m a stylist & just braided my own knotless braids which are smaller & longer than hers & I used 4 packs of hair

[@LeemaGathers]

She probably didn’t get the packs that come with 3 in 1. It was probably those separate packs that only come with a little bit of hair

[@Annie-Andy]

Yea cause mine is to my butt & I only used 3 packs of hair 🥴

[@natushkacherisme]

Wow 14 packs that is a lot i just got my hair braided and its long wnd she use 4 packs of hair

[@mschika1057]

I used 4 packets only

[@SummerBailey]

Idk what camera or lenses you use? But I am literally in the same room with you. I’m not even just watching a video anymore lol. The quality so crisp

[@opempem]

I've been flat twisting my hair and wrapping it up with a head wrap. Hopefully that'll be good enough for these midwestern winters!

[@Naakie]

I love a good SIMPLE protective style 🙌🏾

[@TheImancs]

Aye Midwest!! I’m from MN

[@LAMaman]

14 packs... and 13 hours!?!? They look gorgeous but you were robbed. I’m in Los Angeles, this style is $200, should take between 6-8 hours and 6-8 packs at the most.

[@roads2u11]

I was also told by my stylist that braids of any kind left in longer than 5 weeks is neglect. Our hair sheds to much for 6 weeks and up. Plus my hair knots extremely bad so anything past the 5 week mark defeats the purpose of hair protective styles. I haven't heard a con for these braids that aren't common for braids. Good luck to everyone...njoy!

[@ericabrown7569]

She sure was

[@buffybaby7780]

Did my own for 33 bucks lol 2 packs if 3 bundles of hair and it took me about 5hrs tops so yea something wasnt right

[@blesamelaninwoods4575]

In Africa, Uganda or Nigeria, you need just 4 or 5. And it would cost you $40 for plaiting.

[@tcportis7542]

@@roads2u11 interesting, I’ve never heard that 5 weeks is neglect. “Back in the days”, people typically wore braids for at least 2 months with no issues. I’m curious to know your stylist age bracket.

[@oliviarindone6700]

Getting my first set of knotless braids TOMORROW!! Can’t wait.

[@clairrhodes992]

im getting my first set in a week and i am so nervous

[@opbass1]

Try castor oil nd fenugreek oil, olive oil nd avocado oil .... those oils ar great for hair growth

[@angelicdazzle]

Looks great! Just got knocked braids in Jamaica but it’s a lot cheaper... it cost me the equivalent of US$45.... love them tho very versatile and you can sleep the same night comfortably

[@dyvonniemorgan2977]

Hey honey. Where in JA you got yours

[@zennaturalist2543]

Take down is the devil,always. No matter what i do its always stressful. The time it takes to get my cleared out and getting that matted mess out is 😤😤. Then to wash,deep condition and style is alllll day! Still love the ease of not having to deal w/my hair but i'm not box braiding again right now.

[@irenewillis2969]

Braids still looking good.

[@Naakie]

Holding up nicely!! My hair is growing pretty fast so I love how the roots blend and don’t have that obvious “ball” where the extensions start.

[@highdefinition8261]

14 packs of hair for braids? chile!!!!

[@wannabe41]

High Definition ikr? I haven’t had braids in a minute, but I don’t think it’s ever taken 7 packs to do most styles on my head.

[@Naakie]

I’m pretty sure she didn’t use ALL of them

[@celineweekes872]

Naakie Nartey that particular brand has very little in the pack 😩😩😩😩😩

[@naturalbeauty637]

I thought the same thing. She's gonna reuse that hair on someone else esp since she asked for the hair by brand.

[@jasmineasha2924]

I’ve only used 3 packs at most

[@naesi8313]

These braiders be robbing people

[@Esquire7834]

The price for the size and length is excellent. However knotless braids don’t last. that’s the only issue. They look good though!!!!

[@Naakie]

Thank you!! And really?! Mine have been holding up nicely. I think I’ll easily be able to keep them for 2 months.

[@BISI1984]

I've had mine for almost three weeks and they are holding up well.

[@BISI1984]

If you want to cleanse your scalp, use Design Essentials Detoxifying Scalp Tonic. It's a gel like cleanser that you massage into your scalp and dissolves the flakes and dirt. I'm so happy I found it. I found it at Sally Beauty.

[@dashanicole9587]

I've gotten knotless before and they lasted 2 months.

[@aurelie3150]

With a good braider they will last

[@rayerussell7661]

I only used 4 packs of hair and got small knotless braids

[@Railynae]

Your braids look so good😍. I recently got some knotless box braids and they are definitely worth the time it takes to get them done.

[@Naakie]

Thank you!! And agreed they’re DEF worth the time

[@ciannadanae2292]

Rainalynae how long they last? i want sum buh ppl saying they dont last long

[@thene3dtoread]

So you deserve wayyy more subs and views but we all know why you don’t. But you deserve it and this was so well done and edited!

[@jessicagrooms2198]

I live in Atlanta and I go to Conteh Hairbraiding on Southhampton in College Park. I paid $220 and my knotless braids are the same size and length as yours.🤷🏽‍♀️

[@skylareileen677]

Thank youuuuu em

[@ajabaker9710]

How much

[@venus9200]

Who charging 400-700 for some knotless those things in Maryland cost 160 or less they should not be that much

[@EnuamakaMkparu]

trying to find a braider in MD so please drop ig names if you know some. thank you!

[@Ciera123004]

@@EnuamakaMkparu @uni_ktouch; @stylesby_qb

[@Cubisum]

@@EnuamakaMkparu I just found one and they start at $180 in Bowie called donan hair. I going next week so idk if they’re good plus it’s my first time. Yet the reviews seem promising

[@EnuamakaMkparu]

@@Cubisum oooh thanks girl! how did your appointment go?!

[@Cubisum]

@@EnuamakaMkparu it went well I got medium/large sized ones that stop at my mid back/bra strap area. The price was $220. Yet my sister went somewhere in DC and she only paid $160+$20 tip for the same thing. I think hers turned out much better

[@shannincornelius]

Thank you for mentioning working out in these. I was wondering if I could workout with the knotless braids or not.

[@earthling9891]

Naakie, I just loove your style! That sweater compliments your beautiful skin so much, stunning😍🔥

[@Naakie]

Thank youuuuu! I be tryna look cute for y’all or whuteva 😏

[@jodrew1845]

Haha, you are too funny about having people take your braids out. Unfortunately, I live in NYC otherwise I would volunteer to take them out for you because it's actually fun and simple. You look beautiful btw, enjoy and happy holidays.

[@AminaRose1]

Ok but your earring and sweater combination is so cute!! 🥰

[@tcportis7542]

That is true, you have a lot of braids, long, and look nice 😊 The price is worth it!

[@nprincess90]

You be posting everything I wanna know honestly

[@Naakie]

Great minds think alike 😉

[@vikee9801]

These braids are amazinggg! How long was the length of the braiding hair(82",84" etc.)/ Does it matter?

[@leashines9937]

Thanks to you I went to Replenish Hair Salon and it was worth the trip. I received a new hair care routine since I went for a big chop nonetheless the service was excellent. Happy Belated Birthday May God bless you. Thank you for providing great content like always. xoxo

[@Naakie]

Ahhh so happy you went and had a great experience! 💕

[@myrnaj4502]

Notification Squad!!🙋🏾‍♀️💜 Love it happy Sunday. 🥰🤗

[@Naakie]

GANG GANG!

[@ayotal4u]

When you spray water in your hair to moisturize, then seal with oil, do you find that your hair smells funny?

[@courtneyp9488]

Latoya S I do 🥴 and people can pick up on it

[@125loopy]

Hmm your hair may not be drying properly. I usually use a dryer on my scalp after I wash my braids because it doesn't dry properly otherwise.

[@ayotal4u]

Courtney P same, so I usually just oil my scalp and call it a day. When I take my braids down my hair is usually not dry. However it does get tangled easily

[@ayotal4u]

MeShannan not washing your braids, just using a spray bottle to spray water to help moisturizer them.

[@rachelforde7036]

I got mine on saturday and it was 3 hrs and the hair was included. KCMO home of the CHIEFS!!! $190 medium width and bra strap length cuz i drive PIT at work so have to bun my braids. if you need a braider in this area let me know and young lady my braider does braids all over and is booked in ATL.

[@MrSmorris816]

I’m in KC. Can you give me your braider’s info please?

[@Tobey_o]

Personal Con with these braids was how it affected my edges. Had a lot more issues with tension + pulling, & I think I lost more hair with this style overall than I have with bigger braids. Which was hella surprising considering they're supposed to be lighter. But mine were a lot thinner than yours though so I think that had a lot to do with it.

[@Andreasplace]

I'm glad you said this because my edges are always a problem no matter what braids I get I thought this would be good since they're supposed to be lighter

[@Becca-bd9zp]

This video felt like a safe zone & self care lol.

[@j-flawless7094]

On your birthday! Wow it’s ok you look good tho

[@Naakie]

On👏🏾my👏🏾birthday👏🏾 That’s how much I wanted HER to do them lol

[@moniquetherealtorca8772]

Your Hallelujah moment about thst scalp massager was pricelesss!!!!! LOL. I will be ordering one of those soon.

[@Behappy-rf8gl]

Don’t order one. I have one & I use it when co-washing to cleanse my scalp. It’s not hard enough for me to get in there... just use a .99 cent hair pick.

[@metriad]

The sitting and moving the braids are around apply to all braids that long

[@tsimmonds55]

My goto protective style for protective style season is always braids but it has been crochet braids with boho locs for the past few. The company had a great sale and I purchased so many packs during that time. I have one in now and 2 more left at home in my closet so I'll take these out after the new year and let my hair rest for about a month (cause I'm lazy and broke lol) then put another pack in. I keep each style in 4 6 to 8 weeks. When the 2nd pack comes out and I let my hair take another break it will be the end of protective style season. Then I'll be back to my twist outs in spring summer and fall. I want to do a lot more stretched styles since I brought the revair during the black Friday sale (I just love me a sale). I'll have one more pack for next winter then I think I'll start my loc journey in 2021.

[@Naakie]

Girl you got this whole protective style thing on lock!!

[@tinabillingsley1016]

Your braids are gorgeous! You got a great deal

[@Naakie]

Thank you! And yes, I know people who pay way more for less braids!!

[@anndrearankin9780]

I live ATL i'll help you take'em out girl 😂😂

[@Naakie]

😂😭

[@highdefinition8261]

13 hours for braids? chile!!!!!

[@kbaby78]

Lol

[@020ctmarie]

Well for a style that can last at least a month, but in most cases 2-3, that’s really not bad.

[@NoName-sp5dp]

@@uwakmfonakpaso3002 ya but its super long and has more braids than usual

[@metriad]

These have me wanting to make that trip to ATL

[@victorysampson]

Loving the cute new intro! Also, you look so pretty!!!!!!!

[@Naakie]

Thank you!! 🥰

[@sade5612]

Did your braids feel heavy initially?

[@WillEdmond]

Can I borrow this sweater tho boo?

[@Naakie]

I got you Will! 😉

[@Chanettes_Unique]

Mines are thicker and long, I don't sit in mines, I always remember to move them lol

[@judyash2]

Theres no way she used 10 packs much less 14!!!!!!!!!

[@ericabrown7569]

Right, she got bamboozled

[@justjeenie1989]

I love the braids 😍

[@Naakie]

Thank you! 🥰

[@katiemeinke9325]

Where am I supposed to get these packs of hair? I've never gotten my hair braided or anything

[@Zoe-ot5jn]

African hair shops

[@1Grayton]

Knotless are good if you're pulling them up i.e. in a bun and not keeping them for a long time. Knotted braids if I plan on wearing them down and for a longer time. I would spend over $200 for any braids.

[@Eniiiiiiii-c2c]

I love your sweater, please where did you get it from?

[@Naakie]

Thank you! I got it from Nordstrom. I’m adding a link to the description box 😌

[@Eniiiiiiii-c2c]

Naakie Nartey thank you so much, please what’s your Instagram handle so I can follow you

[@infiniteabundancedeserve7337]

Them earrings though, too cute

[@Itsgorgeouseverything]

How long did you end up keeping them?

[@wannabe41]

I think that rectangular thing is commonly called a loc sock.

[@Naakie]

Ahhh that makes a lot more sense than whatever I said 😂

[@angelicdazzle]

Wow! That’s expensive! I live in the Caribbean and did mine for soo much cheaper! The conversion is USD$ 35 for similar size and waist length and I used 3 packs... and it took roughly 5 hours to be done...

[@user-mb9jx5tx9y]

I got these for the first tome and the lady didn’t really leave my edges out and I’m worried

[@pauline.7566]

Wow,that's expensive. You Americans are wealthy. In Uganda,life is hard. Recently I learnt to do knotless braids,I will have to try doing them myself.

[@uadadess]

Higher living standards do not automatically amount to wealth....(I guess)

[@shayla8594]

Life is hard everywhere , we're most definitely bot weathly

[@tinkthestrange]

Not all Americans can afford this

[@GS-gd8tc]

We also have debt, bankruptcy, etc here in America. Everyone is NOT wealthy nor happy.

[@khaleesi869]

What kind of camera do you use?

[@vikkismith7964]

I love you braids. Don"t see a lot of scalp Love it and its knotless.

[@nicolesgrowth09]

It’s because that braiding hair is thin that’s why 10-14 packs

[@pump1180]

Braids take like 4-5 hours 3-4 packs of hair max

[@nikiasublett8916]

Highest I seen around me is $200 but I paid $180 for mine

[@palesam6884]

Are knotless braids painful

[@wavyzhane1434]

I just got the same hairstyle today mines was only $230 tho

[@TITLEWA]

WOW!!! I only paid $160 with hair provided by the stylist. I thought knotless ran cheaper than traditional braids but I guess not.

[@aurelie3150]

No it's not cheaper

[@TITLEWA]

@@aurelie3150 Yea I guess so.

[@arw1812]

It takes a longer amount of time. With regular braids you just add hair once but with knotless, it multiple strands. So it would make sense that it’s more expensive

[@youtubewatcher2124]

I’m getting charged $200+

[@kinnistenreachney7910]

Did I hear u say 13 hours?

[@beccawillys]

Hi dear.... I'm becca from Ghana. I will love to be your friend

[@HealthyGemini]

Hey sis they still look good and I promise not to mention the take down 🤭Have you seen the Taliah WAAJID Dry shampoo gel? I like that one so far and it smells nice and does not dry my scalp to much. I use that and then oil.

[@BISI1984]

I wanted it, but Sally's didn't have it.

[@HealthyGemini]

BISI1984 I found it at Target

[@Naakie]

Thanks for the reco! I’ve never used it but I’ll def have to try it.

[@roxanne2690]

not being rude but if u dont wash 6our hair in a protective style then I'm pretty sure that it will develop a certain smell

[@the1theonly_princesseri934]

I HATE that smell😫. It is my biggest pet peeve.

[@ajabaker9710]

Where did I go

[@lizomyataza3258]

I used 8 packs of hair. My hair is thickkk.

[@mercuryy82]

Around here...around these parts 😩😄🤣😂

[@gritsnwavy3059]

You’re hair doesn’t look like traditional knotless braids, look half between regular and knotless. Which is probably why you picked her. They’re very nice and perfect.

[@mesenchyme0533]

Sweater???

[@xodrene]

700? Df 🥴😂😂

[@ericabrown7569]

700 and she brought the hair. They really got over on her

[@jayjoseph7553]

I pay $100 to do my hair and my hairdresser uses 3 packs of hair 🤷‍♀️ that's too much girl

[@amazonMidgetsUnited]

Yo, I love your eyebrows. #naturalflex

[@jasminadrian189]

13 hours?

[@atthismoment3006]

i don't think they look that different from regular box braids

[@shoryacione5175]

Thier smaller than regular small braids

[@michael50694]

I wanted to like them, but they don’t last long at all.

[@Phobia.444]

14 packs of hair??

[@dayneduado3610]

100$

[@ErinMBlack]

that’s a lot of hair 🙃