Protective styling season is upon us. To get you ready, I have put together this list of the most stylish crochet braid hairstyle right now. In this post, I will be sharing a variety of crochet braid hairstyles suitable for all hair textures and length.
One thing I love about crochet braids is that they are so easy to install and take down. It’s also an ideal styling option for someone who is trying to grow their hair out or cover up bald edges. You can either install the hair by yourself or get a hairstylist to do it for you. Whatever option you end up choosing, please make sure you don’t braid your hair too tightly.
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How to take care of your natural hair while it’s in crochet braids
It’s also crucial that you take care of your hair underneath. To do that, I recommend using one of these leave-in conditioner sprays, so that you can moisturize your hair without applying heavy creams. You should also lubricate your scalp with one of these hair growth oils so that your scalp doesn’t dry out while your hair is in a protective style.
How to prevent itchy scalp when you have hair extensions on
If you find that your hair itches after installing hair extensions, I suggest pre-soaking the hair extensions piece in a bowl of diluted apple cider vinegar. You can then wash off the vinegar smell with your favourite shampoo and rinse off with conditioner to add extra softness to the hair.
How long can you keep in crochet braids?
You can keep them in for up to 6-8 weeks depending on how your scalp feels and the environment you’re in. For example, if it’s very hot where you’re at, you might only need to keep the crochet in for about 4 weeks so that your scalp can get some fresh air.
Are crochet braids damaging to hair?
Depending on how your hairstylist braids the cornrows underneath your crochet, it may or may not damage your hair. This is why it’s so crucial to inform your hair stylist to loosen up when braiding. You should also caution her when braiding the hair around your edges. If possible, you should have her leave your edges loose, and you can just use an edge control gel to define the baby hair. This way, you can enjoy your hairstyle without experiencing damage.
Does crochet braids break your hair?
No it doesn’t break your hair. The only thing that will break your hair is if your crochet is too tight or the cornrows are too tight. You can also experience breakage if you completely neglect your own hair underneath and you don’t moisturize it at all.
How many packs of hair do you need for crochet braids?
Depending on the style and length you’re going for, you might need up to ten packs of hair. Most crochet hair on Amazon usually come in a bundle, so you can buy enough packs for your hair.
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40 Of The Most Stylish Crochet Braids Hairstyles
1. Red Crochet with Bantu Knots and Fulani Braids
Hair Used: Jamaican Bounce Hair
2. Spiral Curl With Bantu Knots on the Side
Hair Used: Kenzy Spiral Curl Hair
3. River Goddess Locs Crochet Braids With Leave Out
Hair Used: River Faux Locs
4. Passion Twists Crochet Braids
Hair Used: Passion Twists Pre-Looped Crochet Hair
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5. Spring Twists Crochet Braids
Hair Used: Spring Twists Pre-Looped Crochet Hair
6. Boho Hippie Crochet Braids
Hair Used: Freetress Hippie Crochet Braids
7. Bouncy Curls Crochet Braids
Hair Used: Toni Curls Crochet
8. Box Braids Half-Up Half-Down Crochet Braids
Hair Used: 7 Packs Pre-Looped Braided Hair 
9. Caribbean Curls
Hair Used: 4 Packs of 24″ Bahamas Curl X-Pression Braid 
10. Curly Faux Locs Bob
Hair Used: 12″ Deep Wavy Faux Locs Crochet Hair
11. Goddess Locs Crochet Braids
Hair Used: 6 Packs Soft Faux Locs Crochet Hair
12. Curly Hair Crochet With Bangs
Hair Used: Malibob Jerry Curly Twist Hair
13. Dominican Water Waves Crochet Braids
Hair Used: 4 Packs Ocean Wave Crochet Braids
14. Fulani Braids With Kima Crochet at the Back
Hair Used: 4 Packs 8″ Kima Crochet Braid Hair
15. Top Knot Half-up Half-Down With Curly Hair
Hair Used: Deep Wave Crochet Hair
16. Invisible Part Wand Curls
Hair Used: 6 Packs Wand Curl Crochet Hair
17. Gogo Curl Short Bob Crochet Braid
Hair Used: Jamaican Bounce Crochet
18. No Cornrow Crochet Braid
Hair Used: Box Braids Crochet Hair
19. Senegalese Twists Crochet Braid
Hair Used: Havana Mambo Twists Crochet Braids
20. Knot-less Straight Hair With Leave-Out
Hair Used: Pre-Loop Crochet Yaky
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21. Wavy Hair Crochet Braids With Human Hair Extensions
Hair Used: Pre-looped Italian Yaki
22. Versatile Deep Wave Crochet Braids
Hair Used: FreeTress Synthetic Hair Braids Deep Twist
23. Chunky Havana Twists Crochet Braid with Side Cornrow
Hair Used: Havana Mambo Twists Hair
24. Marley Twists Crochet With Braid Rings
Hair Used: Burgundy Havana Mambo Twists
25. Kinky Twists With Twisted Hair at the front to give off a braided finish
Hair Used: Senegalese Twists Crochet Hair
26. Mohawk Curly Hair Crochet Braid
Hair Used: 10″ Bohemian Curl Crochet
27. Mohawk on Unraveled Jamaican Bounce Hair
Hair Used: Jamaican Bounce Hair
28. Ocean Wave Short Hair Crochet
Hair Used: Ocean Wave Hair
29. Ombre Jamaican Bounce
Hair Used: Ombre Jamaican Bounce Hair
30. Versatile Red Hair Jerry Curl
Hair Used: Burgundy Deep Wave Crochet Hair
31. Sassy Curl Crochet Braid
Hair Used: Marly Bob Crochet Hair
32. Ombre Curls Crochet
Hair Used: Marly Bob Crochet Hair
33. Box Braids Crochet Braids With Shaved Sides
Hair Used: Box Braids Crochet Hair
34. Short Curly Crochet With a Side Braid
Hair Used: Deep Wave Crochet Hair
35. Spanish Curl Crochet Braids
Hair Used: Afro kinky Curly Jerry Curl Crochet
36. Tea Braid Crochet
Hair Used: Ocean Wave Hair
37. Twist Out Crochet
Hair Used: Afro Kinky Marley Braids
38. Vixen Crochet Up-do With Marley Hair
Hair Used: Afro Kinky Marley Braids
39. Vixen and Knot-less Crochet with Kanekalon hair
Hair Used: Xpression Braiding Hair
40. Knotless Crochet Without Leave Out
Hair Used: Xpression Braiding Hair
To prolong the lifetime of your hairstyle, be sure to wrap your hair at night with a silk scarf and secure it with a satin bonnet. Overtime, your edges might start to loosen up, so to keep your hair looking neat, just use an edge control with an edge brush to keep your edges defined.
Which crochet braid hairstyle will you be trying next?
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