Ndeye Anta Niang
Hair Stylist & Master Braider
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How to
Do Bantu Knots
Bantu* knots are a cute, flirty style traditionally sported by African woman of certain cultural groups and some women of African descent. However, these knots work well with just about all hair types. They are not actua...
How to Make a Fishtail Braid: A Step-By-Step Tutorial
Simple steps for a variety of fishtail braid stylesThe fishtail braid looks elaborate and will become a favorite for rushed mornings, especially if you have long hair. It turns out beautifully and is great for an average...
How to Braid Your Hair: The Easiest Braids for Beginners
Step-by-step guides on making traditional, French, fishtail, and rope braidsTired of having the same hair style every day? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve put together a guide on the best and most versatile braids...
How to
Make a Dutch Braid
The Dutch braid goes by many names, including the "reverse French braid." In fact, the Dutch braid is done exactly like a French braid, except that you cross the strands under instead of over. It may look complex to a b...
How to
Braid Short Hair for Men
Braiding your hair can be the perfect solution if you want to change up your hairstyle. Two of the most common styles of braids for short hair are the two strand twist and cornrows, otherwise known as the Dutch braid. S...
How to
Style Dreadlocks
Whether your dreadlocks were formed in a salon or by allowing nature to take its course, you can style them to change up your look. Taking good care of your dreadlocks and adding a little pomade before styling will help ...
How to
Braid
Braiding is a simple weaving technique used for everything from hair to ribbon to flowers. Braiding your hair can be a huge timesaver while also creating a hairdo you can flaunt! Once you learn the basic technique, you c...
How to Braid Your Own Cornrows
Easy cornrow styles for both men and womenCornrows are a chic way to both protect and style your natural hair. Once you get the basics down, you can mix up your technique to achieve almost endless variations. All you nee...
How to
Do Twist Braids
Twist braids are a great way to style natural hair. They can be a little time consuming to put in, but after that they're super low-maintenance, lasting up to 6-8 weeks. To get the smoothest twists, start with clean, dam...
How to
Style Middle Part Hair for Guys
If you're ready for a fresh look, you might be wondering about all the different ways to style middle part hair. Whether your hair is perfectly straight or textured and curly, you've got plenty of trendy options. We've c...
How to
Make a Braided Bun
Buns are a great way to pull your hair out of your face. However simply buns can be, you can always incorporate a braid to add a bit of flair to your hair. There are many ways to make a braided bun, and most of them only...
How to
Wash Braids
Not only are braids a good look for many individuals, but they can also help grow your hair without it being too affected by the weather. However, when improperly taken care of, braids can become a styling nightmare. Her...
How to
Add Hair to Braids
Add hair to box braids or cornrows with this step-by-step guideBraids are a popular, protective style for natural or transitioning hair. You can add hair to box braids to make them even longer than they already are. You ...
How to
Start Dreads with Short Hair
Dreadlocks are a fashionable and meaningful hairstyle that has been worn by different cultures all around the world. If you start to dread your hair while it's short, it makes growing out full locs much easier later on. ...
How to
Moisturize Braids
Keep your braids hydrated and easy to manage with our helpAt first, braids might seem like a low-maintenance style. But, to keep your braids looking healthy and smooth, you'll need to moisturize them regularly. Apply a m...
How to
French Braid Short Hair
Just because you have shorter hair doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the look of French braids! Learn how to create a single braid on the side of your head for a classy half-up style, or do reverse French braid pigtails f...
3 Crown Braid Hairstyles You Can Make at Home
A complete guide to the timeless, elegant crown braid A crown braid (or halo braid) is a beautiful style that can be dressed up or down and worn anywhere. Crown braids have become especially popular over the last few ye...
How to
Curl Your Hair Overnight
If you have a big event tomorrow and don't want to fry your hair with constant heated styling, there are ways to create curls and waves with no heat. These styles take very little preparation time and set overnight to mi...
How to
Do Different Braids
Braiding hair is a stylish way to keep your hair out of your face while also looking pretty. The most important braid to learn is the basic braid, as it is the foundation for many other braids. Once you get the hang of i...
Learn How to Create, Style, and Care for Your Own Box Braids
A thorough guide to box braiding like a pro Box braids are a classic and chic protective style, but it can be expensive to get them done by a professional. Thankfully, they’re pretty easy to execute yourself, and once ...
