9 Best Braiding Hair Brands For Every Type of Protective Style

The worst thing that could ever happen to you after an install is learning that you’re allergic to the hair used. Freetress’ Clean Therapy hair is pre-rinsed in vinegar to get rid of any harsh or damaging chemicals that can irritate skin. 

Passion twists are the lovechild of twists and goddess locs. Equal parts messy and polished, this hair can be used for passion twists or can be wrapped around braids for a bohemian touch. 

It’s hard to find realistic-looking hair for Marley twists or faux locs, but Natural Babe Co. nailed it. Not only does the brand provide a realistic-looking texture but also has an assortment of colors to compliment all skin tones. 

Catface has just about every color braiding hair the creative side of your brain can think of. The high-quality hair leaves the tangles you get from cheaper versions to the imagination. 

Boho Locs speeds up the faux locs process by providing you with the locs already formed. Your only job? Crochet the hair into your braids and be on your merry way. The hair comes with subtle curls and natural shades for a realistic look. 

You can crochet this hair as-is to create a fluffy afro, or use the flexi-rod texture as curly ends to box braids. 

Latched and Hooked’s hair comes pre-stretched—a hairstylist’s dream—with tapered ends to reduce the need for any further cutting or styling. 

The crème de la crème of braiding here is X-Pression hair. It’s super affordable and comes in a bevy of styles. Add a few rollers and boiling hot water to achieve the curly look of your dreams. 

Indique offers raw braiding hair that can be just as easily manipulated as your own hair. The hair can be bleached and curled and doesn’t mat or tangle.