Braids are a very popular hairstyle that many women love to wear these days. There are dozens of braids, from the basic three-strand braided ponytail to the more complex styles like the infinity braid. For all these types, you would usually get a better-looking result if you had a lot of hair to work with. It is for this reason that hair extensions are practically a necessity if you like braiding.
A particular type of braid that is quite the trend at the moment is called the boho braids. Women everywhere are going gaga over this particular braiding style. It's not that difficult to do but a lot of ladies just can't seem to get it right. The secret, as you will discover in a bit, simply lies in choosing the right kind of hair extensions to use. Before we get to it, let us understand a little more about boho braids.
What are boho braids?
Boho braids are a very relaxed type of braids that originate from the 1960s when the bohemian style practically took the world by storm. These are single braids to which wavy or curly hair is added as you go along, creating a laidback, and artistically unfinished look. There is no hard rule as to how many braids you should make or how far you should go before you begin adding the hair. But if you want to create a more voluminous look, you would either want to add more hair or use deeper or bouncier curls.
How to maintain boho braids effectively?
As you can imagine, boho braids require proper care in order to stay pretty for a long time. Here are a few effective tips for making yours last for as long as possible.
1. Use remy human hair
It will cost more than synthetic hair but the investment will definitely be worth it. Curly hair tends to tangle easily and with a synthetic product, you'd be lucky if it lasts a week. On the other hand, boho braids made with remy human hair can stay in great shape for a couple of months.
2. Moisturize regularly
Frizz is one of the biggest enemies of curly hair so you want to keep your braids from drying out. To do this, you must moisturize the braids every two days or so by spritzing them with the product, focusing on the middle and the ends. The best moisturizers are those that contain argan oil, shea butter, or coconut oil.
3. Wrap your braids while sleeping
The friction between your hair and your pillow can cause braids to loosen or become frizzy. To minimize this, you can wear satin or silk scarves over your braids. There are bonnets made specifically for this purpose so you would want to get yourself some of those.
Despite these precautionary steps, it is inevitable for boho braids to become loose over time. In this case, you just have to re-braid them, which is usually easy enough to do on one's own.
What types of hair extensions are the best for boho braids?
First of all, there is no question at all that human hair is a far superior choice compared to synthetic hair. If you can afford it, by all means, go for it. If the budget is tight, at least use human hair for the wavy, unbraided part.
As for the texture, curly hair is the most popular choice that will result in stunning locks that have a significant body and go perfectly with the braids.
Best hair extensions for boho braids
We have an extensive selection of high quality remy human hair bundles here at SEE WIG, and all of them are wonderful for making boho braids. Here are some of our bestsellers.
1. #1B deep curly human hair bundles
The highly defined curls of this hair texture create the perfect balance of glamorous and carefree, which is exactly what the boho braids are all about. These bundles come in lengths of up to 30” so you can have all the boho glory that you wish!
2. #2 Italian curly human hair bundles
If you want a softer boho braid in terms of both texture and color, these dark brown Italian curly locks are an ideal choice. Made of remy human hair, these tresses braid very easily and will cascade effortlessly down your back, giving you a goddess-like aura.
3. #27 deep curly human hair
Boho braids are not exclusive to dark-haired girls. If you are a pale blonde and want to rock these awesome braids, you surely can! This particular product works very well, and we have some darker blonde shades as well.
