woman with shoulder length box braids without extensions

Box Braids With No Extensions

Price range: $100.00 through $250.00

Box Braids without extensions offer a clean, natural look while keeping your hair protected and easy to maintain. Done with your own hair, this lightweight style is perfect for those who want a classic, low-maintenance braided look without added length or weight.

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Brooklyn: Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy, Flatbush, Clinton Hill, Park Slope, Williamsburg & more
Manhattan: From Downtown to Harlem and Washington Heights
Queens: Jamaica, Astoria, Kew Gardens, Forest Hills, Far Rockaway
Bronx & Long Island: West Bronx, West Hempstead & select areas
Limited availability in Red Hook, Coney Island & Brighton Beach.

Washington D.C. Metro

Serving D.C. proper and the surrounding counties:

Virginia: Arlington (including Crystal City), Alexandria
Maryland: Prince George’s County, Montgomery County, Anne Arundel, Waldorf, Baltimore County, Brandywine

Greater Los Angeles & San Bernardino

We cover much of LA County, including:

Downtown LA, Hollywood, Inglewood, Culver City, Pasadena, Long Beach
Coastal cities: Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, Manhattan Beach, Malibu
Valley & beyond: Burbank, Encino, Woodland Hills, Palos Verdes & much more, See full list when you book.

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What are box braids with no extensions?

Box braids without extensions are individual box braids done without any hair added for length. Just your natural strands. The hair is sectioned into square (or “box”) parts and braided down. This style is lightweight, low-tension, and perfect for letting your scalp breathe while still rocking a neat, put-together look.

What’s included in this service

Full install using your natural hair only
Choice of large, medium, smedium or small
Styling by a vetted, professional braider
At-home or in-location service

What you can add on to this service

Specify your length: Shoulder – $0, Mid-back – $50, Waist-length – $100
Pre-style blowout – $15
Trim your ends – $10
Detangling – $25
Beads or thread – $20

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hair included?

No hair is added for this service — it’s all you, baby! Just bring your natural hair, clean and ready to braid.

How long will my braids last?

They typically last 2–6 weeks depending on your hair type and maintenance routine. Keeping your scalp moisturized and wearing a satin scarf or bonnet at night can help extend wear.

How should I prep my hair before the appointment?

Please come with clean, stretched, and detangled hair (if you don’t add a detangle or blow out) to ensure a smooth, efficient appointment.

How do I care for the style?

Sleep with a satin scarf or bonnet and use a light scalp oil 2–3x per week. Want a full care guide? Check out this article →

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What to expect once you book

We’ll match you with a stylist based on your location and preferences.
You’ll receive a confirmation and details via text and email.
On appointment day, your stylist arrives with everything needed—just come with clean, product-free hair.