Men's braids can range from clean two-braid styles to detailed cornrows, box braids and braided top knots.
The right style depends on your hair length, texture, density and how long you want to wear it.
At Salon Nayana Bangalore, you can bring a reference photograph or ask the stylist to help you choose a braid pattern that works with your own hair.
Cornrows
Cornrows are braided close to the scalp.
They can be kept simple and straight or arranged into more detailed geometric patterns.
Hair requirement:
You need enough length for the stylist to grip and braid the hair securely. The exact amount depends on your texture and the design.
Maintenance:
Relatively straightforward once completed, although the scalp and braids still need to be treated gently.
Box Braids
Box braids are created as individual braids from separate sections of hair.
They create a very different look from scalp-hugging cornrows and can be adapted in size and length.
Hair requirement:
Depends on whether the style is being created using only your natural hair or with additional hair.
Maintenance:
Moderate. The braids should be kept neat without placing excessive tension on the roots.
Double Braids
Double braids use two main braided sections and produce a simple, strong shape.
Because the pattern is relatively clean, the parting and finish matter.
Hair requirement:
Generally better once there is enough length to create two secure braids from front to back.
Maintenance:
Low to moderate.
Braided Top Knot
This style combines braided sections with the hair gathered towards the crown.
It works particularly well when there is enough length on top to make the tied section feel intentional rather than forced.
Hair requirement:
Medium to longer hair is normally more suitable.
Maintenance:
Moderate.
Patterned Cornrows
Patterned cornrows use the direction of the braids and parting lines as part of the design.
The more detailed the pattern, the more important the planning and sectioning become.
Hair requirement:
Depends heavily on the particular pattern and your natural texture.
Maintenance:
Moderate.
Men's braid prices
Cornrow braids: ₹550 per braid
Box braids: ₹3,000 onwards
The final price depends on the design, number of braids, hair length and whether additional hair is required.
See our current haircuts, styles and treatments prices.
Can I bring a photograph?
Please do.
For braiding, a visual reference is often the easiest way to communicate the exact pattern you want.
The stylist can then tell you whether it will work with your current length and texture or whether the design should be adjusted.
Will the braid look exactly like the photograph?
Not necessarily, and that is usually a good thing.
Different people have different hairlines, densities, textures and head shapes.
We use the photograph as a design reference and adapt it so the finished style works on you.
Braids should feel secure, not painful
Braids need enough tension to hold their shape, but excessive pulling is unnecessary.
Tell the stylist if something feels uncomfortable while the braid is being created.
For a broader overview, read our guide to hair braiding in Bangalore.
