Are you looking for a protective hairstyle for natural hair that will turn heads in admiration? If the answer is yes, then you need cornrow braids in your life.

Recommended Video Dating back to ancient Africa, cornrow styles are widely used and adapted by modern-day stylists all over the world. We’re in absolute awe of these 30 different types of cornrows and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Why Choose Cornrow Braids?

Not only do cornrows look stunning but they are also perfect low-maintenance protective hairstyles for natural hair. Braids and cornrows reduce daily tear and wear leading to shrinkage and let you keep your hair in its best condition without putting much effort and product into your hair every day.

Cornrows are braided close to the scalp and often have hair extensions added in for a beautiful length. A cornrow hairstyle can stay in your hair for up to 8 weeks and look fantastic the moment you wake up. The only maintenance it requires is rubbing in oil for scalp health and styling baby hairs.

Below, there is a selection of the best cornrow braid hairstyles to pull off in 2022. Sleek and simple or intricate and with lots of detail – which braid style will you choose?

#1: Feed-In Braids with Cuff Beads

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There’s hardly anything more sophisticated than beads – and when they’re added to beautiful feed-in braids with a cool pattern, the look scores top points! Feed-in braids are a way to create an illusion of long cornrow braids. First, you create a starter braid using your natural hair, then add synthetic braiding hair is to create a long cornrow that looks super natural.

#2: Ghana Braids in a Bun

Cornrow braids with buns is a match made in heaven! This feminine and chic braided hairstyle is perfect for braiding and bun enthusiasts alike. The feed-in Ghana cornrow braids are a very popular and sassy style, and wounding them up to create a beautiful bun at the back uplevels the game.