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Just like fashion, beauty trends evolve each year.
From makeup aesthetics tonail designs, each season births a new batch of fads to keep up with.
Fromknotless braidsto freestyle cornrows, keep scrolling to see their predictions.
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Meet the Experts
Goddess Braids
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Goddess braidshave been a popular go-to for years.
“Girls just love curls,” Peterson says.
Clients at Asali Hair often request a trio with a flip-over, Fulani, and goddess mash-up.
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Ambali says sectioning is everything in achieving a flawless flip-over braid install.
She also warns against braiding too tightly, which can restrict flexibility at the roots.
Instead, a firm but gentle grip will keep the braids secure without compromising their movability.
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“The style gives a luxurious, effortless look while being versatile and protective.”
Peterson credits TikTok specifically with making the French curl bob so popular.
Kymba says these braids are a great option for anyone wanting to try something different from common braid styles.
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Loose wavy ends or curly pieces are also highly requested with braided mohawks.
Peterson adds that we can expect to see more of the style in the summer.
She recommends creating the foundation of the look with a traditional stitch braid using minimal kanekalon extensions.
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Then, braid the butterfly braid with French curl extensions on top of the stitch braid.
The difference between Bora Bora braids and goddess braids is that the former incorporates significantly more loose hair.
“My clients have been obsessed with the Bora Bora knotless braids,” Peterson says.
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“[The look meets] the current demand for soft glam and undone beauty.”
Freestyle Cornrows
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For those who embrace spontaneity, freestyle cornrows are a look worth trying.
Small Knotless Braids
Knotless braids are a classic, and they will always be relevant.
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However, Peterson says we can expect an increase in smaller-sized knotless looks.
“There is nothing regular or ordinary about a simple small knotless install,” she says.
“This has been an all-time trend.”
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