How to Boxer Braid? Step by Step Guide

Since the dawn of time, women have loved wearing their hair in braids. However, one braid style has become more favored recently: boxer braids. If you are interested in how to boxer braid, then this post is right for you.

Although the boxer braid hairstyle has been worn for centuries—as a heritage hairstyle within the Within the black hair community, boxer braids have recently gained popularity. Some say it’s because it’s the hairstyle of choice of female athletes as they duke it out in the ring, while there are others that say it’s a social media and celebrity marketing ploy.

See how to make your very own boxer braids in the following paragraphs.

What Are Boxer Braids?

Dutch braids, also known as boxer braids, are typically worn in pairs, one on each side of the head.

Admit it: you’ve even admired a boxer braid on someone else’s hair and wondered how great it would look on your own. Well then! With that in mind, in today’s post, you’ll learn how to do a perfect boxer braid step by step, with tips to choose the hairdo style that best suits you without the need to go to a hair salon to look beautiful and cool.

Yes, a boxer braid can be created at home by one person, despite the fact that it appears to be a difficult hairstyle. You’ll discover that with a little practice, you can master the boxer braid quickly! Let’s go!

How to Create a Boxer Braid?

Here are the detailed instructions for making a boxer braid.

Step 1: Start on Clean, Washed, and Blow-dried Hair.

Strands that have been shampooed, condition, and prepared for the tugging hold a braid better than most other materials.

Step 2: Blow-dry until 90 Percent Or Completely Dry.

Before you begin your boxer braid, make sure your hair is dry.

Step 3: Detangle and Brush Out Any Knots.

In order to divide your hair into sections for pigtails, make a middle part that extends from your hairline to the back of your head. A precise part line can be achieved by using the end of a fishtail comb.

Step 4: Clamp One Section Off.

Starting from the hairline down, Dutch braid the loose section. In a Dutch braid, the side sections are crossed beneath the middle section rather than over it as in a French braid. This will make the braid appear to be almost on top of your head, like a ridge on your scalp. Continue braiding it after it separates from your nape and do so until the ends. Use a hair tie to keep in place.

Step 5: Repeat Step 4 on the Remaining Side.

Use a hair tie to fasten the ends. Finish with a high shine.

Fresh Boxer Braids Styles to Try

The versatility, suitability for all hair textures, and styling options of boxer braids have already been mentioned. Choose the variant that best fits your personality, then embrace it!

1. Textured With Highlights

Rock some highlights (temporary or permanent), play up texture by working in some mousse, or tease your hair before braiding to make your braids stand out even more.

2. Braid Extension

Consider braid extensions if you enjoy experimenting with your hair’s color and length. With their lengthy length and beaded ends, these vivid pink boxer braids are quite the statement.

3. Fishtail Boxer Braids

By incorporating the fishtail technique into your boxer braids, you can give your hair, whether it is thin or thick, a romantic and soft vibe. Just take a look at these shoulder-length braids—they are so thick and luscious!

4. Center Part

A center part is frequently used to help create symmetry in women’s braid styles. While a center part is timeless, don’t be afraid to experiment with zigzag or wavy parts.

5. Rainbow With Zig Zag Par

Giving your hair a pop of color and avoiding a center part are two of the best things you can do for it if you want to make a statement with your style. These braids are the definition of chic thanks to the rainbow color combination and the zigzag section you can see above.

6. Half Boxer Braids

There is no requirement that you braid your entire head of hair into boxer braids. With two braids that begin thin at the top and thicken at the bottom, this half-braid hairstyle is one that we adore.

7. Hairline Braids

Braiding along the hairline is another cool way to rock this cool look. Your face will be beautifully framed by these stylish side braids.

8. One-sided Boxer Braid

Having muse Jennifer Lopez as one of the supporters of the style, the single boxer braid, which means a boxer braid on only one side of the head, suits all hair types and can be made by any woman, from the most discreet to the coolest ones, regardless of the occasion.

Today’s hairstylists assert that this model, however, flatters women with longer hair even more because the braid looks better the longer it is.

9. French Boxer Braid (traditional)

The French braid is the most popular and traditional style of boxer braid. With it, you can create a variety of hairstyles, including the single braid that is displayed above, double braids (which are the most common), three braids, and even four braids.

Hair is braided in real life by starting at the roots, braiding the strands one at a time, and securing the entire head of hair.

10. Reverse Boxer Braid

The reverse braid, which entails braiding by crossing the strands under the middle one, is also the one that celebrities use the most. You can choose to loosen up the strands in addition to flipping the original hairstyle, which will give it a more relaxed appearance and make your locks appear fuller.

You’ll discover how to perform the most traditional braid in this article, the double French reverse braid.

11. Boxer Braid Ponytail

The boxer braid with a ponytail is an elegant and carefree style that looks great on women with medium to long hair and is ideal for young women with thin hair or who like to experiment with different hairstyles. You can go for one or more braids and even wear the ponytail straight or “messier” to give the strands a bit more thickness.

12. Boxer Braids With a Bun

The boxer braid with a bun, in the same vein as the previous style, is ideal for women with thin hair who don’t want the ends to be too short. Just as in the ponytail, you can loosen up the strands to finish off the hairdo to make it look fuller, as well as secure the bun higher or lower on the head.

13. Connected Boxer Braids

If you have good manual dexterity, you could opt for the connected boxer braid for a lovely, carefree appearance. On this hairstyle, both braids must be done simultaneously because they are connected on the back of the head.

Interested in your ability to complete the task? Yes, you can! Just keep in mind that while it might be challenging at first, with practice, you can become an expert and improve your braiding speed.

14. Boxer Braids With Buns on Top of the Head

The boxer braid with tiny buns on top of the head is a popular hairstyle among women, and the stunning socialite Kim Kardashian popularized it. It’s a modern and daring hairstyle that not only makes it look lovely but is also ideal for those who like to break with tradition. However, experts claim that this particular style is better suited to women who enjoy being the center of attention and who preferably have full, long hair for a neat appearance.

Final Words on How to Boxer Braid

Without a doubt, boxer braids are a significant hair trend this year.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do because you now know what hairstyle I’ll be wearing this summer. Has there been a recent change in your go-to hairstyle?

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