Medium Knotless Braids Are The Ultimate Protective Hair Trend and Length (2024)

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#1: Side-Parted Medium Boho Braids #2: Black-Burgundy Knotless Braids with Loose Ends #3: Medium Box Braids with Ringlets #4: Super Long Knotless Box Braids for Natural Hair #5: Long-Length Knotless Protective Braids #6: No-Knots Long Braids with Center Part #7: Knotless Box Braids with Loose Curls #8: Medium-Length Knotless Braids with Cascading Curls #9: No-Knots Curly Braids #10: Chunky Knotless Medium Braids with Curled Ends #11: Knotless Black Braided Hair with Blonde Pieces #12: Very Long Knotless Medium-Sized Braids #13: Butt-Length Knotless Braids with Curls #14: Shoulder-Length Knotless Braids with Beads #15: Big Braided Bun for Medium Braids #16: Cherry Red Knotless Medium Braids #17: Honey Blonde Knotless Braids #18: Waist-Length Knotless Braids with Loose Waves #19: Mid-Sized Black Braids with Blonde Pieces #20: Top Knot on Knotless Box Braids #21: Blonde Ombre Knotless Braids and Curls #22: Middle-Parted Knotless Goddess Braids #23: Big Square Pattern for Medium Box Braids #24: Medium Knotless Braids with Curly Ends #25: Medium Bohemian Knotless Braids Pictures of the Most Trendy Medium Knotless Braids 0){ first_image_num = image_number[1]; 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#1: Side-Parted Medium Boho Braids

To stand out, side-parted medium boho braids are the perfect hairstyle. This effortlessly chic look will turn heads regardless of the occasion or time.

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#2: Black-Burgundy Knotless Braids with Loose Ends

Spice up your hair with a little color! These black and burgundy knotless braids with loose ends are a great way to add red hues to your look.

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#3: Medium Box Braids with Ringlets

Adding ringlets to your medium box braids will take your standard knotless look and make it more unique to you. It’s a gorgeous and chic style you gotta try!

#4: Super Long Knotless Box Braids for Natural Hair

Super long knotless box braids are perfect for natural hair that needs protection. The braids are sleek and shiny.

#5: Long-Length Knotless Protective Braids

If you like waist-length styles, try long knotless protective braids. You will get the length you desire while you protect your tresses at the same time.

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#6: No-Knots Long Braids with Center Part

No-knots long braids with a center part are a salon fan favorite! These versatile braids can look sporty one minute and glam the next.

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#7: Knotless Box Braids with Loose Curls

Do you love adding a boho style to your look? Try a knotless braid style with loose curls. The contrast in texture gives off a carefree vibe.

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#8: Medium-Length Knotless Braids with Cascading Curls

Channel your inner mermaid with these medium-lengthknotless braidswith cascading curls! The beachy style is a head-turner.

#9: No-Knots Curly Braids

No-knot curly braids are the ultimate braid set for anyone with natural hair. The look will be your new favorite. The hairstyle is fun, playful, and stylish.

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#10: Chunky Knotless Medium Braids with Curled Ends

Chunky knotless medium braids are a great way to keep your scalp and lengths protected. Ask your braider about ways to keep or remove curled ends.

#11: Knotless Black Braided Hair with Blonde Pieces

Looking to stay on trend? Try knotless black braided hair with blonde pieces! This style is easy to incorporate the money-piece trend into your look.

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#12: Very Long Knotless Medium-Sized Braids

Very long knotless medium sized braids are perfect for those who like to show off their edges. They’re for anyone who prefers a more dramatic look.

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#13: Butt-Length Knotless Braids with Curls

Looking for aprotective stylefor the summer? Make your scalp and lengths shine with butt-length knotless braids with curls. This particular braided look stands out with its multiple textures and patterns.

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#14: Shoulder-Length Knotless Braids with Beads

Shoulder-length knotless braids with beads are a great look for any age group. But do keep in mind maintenance at the roots will be required.

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#15: Big Braided Bun for Medium Braids

A bigbraided bunis an eye-catching way to put less tension on medium braids. Often, tight updos can irritate the scalp. By opting for a style that’s a bit looser, you can save your roots a lot of pain.

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#16: Cherry Red Knotless Medium Braids

Keep your mane fizz free with cherry red knotless medium braids! Expertly plaited braids paired with a warm and rich color will keep your look lit all season long.

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#17: Honey Blonde Knotless Braids

Who doesn’t love a good set of honey-blonde knotless braids? Warm, glassy, and frizz-free, this is the perfect look if you’re looking to go a little lighter.

#18: Waist-Length Knotless Braids with Loose Waves

Waist-length knotless braids and loose waves go hand in hand. This hair style is not only gorgeous, it’s also low-maintenance.

#19: Mid-Sized Black Braids with Blonde Pieces

Change up your braided look with some color! These mid-sized black braids with blonde pieces are perfect for summer.

#20: Top Knot on Knotless Box Braids

A popular way to wear hair up is with a top knot onknotless box braids. This beautiful up style is easy to maintain as well as incredibly attractive.

#21: Blonde Ombre Knotless Braids and Curls

This blonde ombre with knotless braids is a spiced-up take on your classic knotless braid. The added space buns also take this look from standard to stunning.

#22: Middle-Parted Knotless Goddess Braids

For a fresh, seamless look, try middle-parted knotlessgoddess braids. Adding curls to this hairstyle is another way to make the look more unique to your personal style.

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#23: Big Square Pattern for Medium Box Braids

Try using a big square pattern for medium box braids if you’re looking for a traditional style.

#24: Medium Knotless Braids with Curly Ends

Try medium knotless braids with curly ends for a charming yet traditional hairstyle. Leaving the tips out means the curly ends complement any up styles or larger braided looks.

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#25: Medium Bohemian Knotless Braids

Medium bohemian knotless braids are a go-to braided style. They’re for anyone who likes to go boho with their hairstyle. The contrast of different textures makes this look perfect for summertime!

Hello, beauties! If you’ve been contemplating a fresh, chic hairstyle that’s as stylish as it is manageable, medium knotless braids might just be your next favorite look. I recently dove into this trend, and let me tell you, it’s been a game-changer for both my routine and hair health. In today’s share, I’ve curated a collection of inspiring images that showcase the versatility and elegance of medium knotless braids. Whether you’re after a subtle change or a complete makeover, these ideas are bound to spark your creativity and elevate your hair game.

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var last_src = ""; for (i = 0; i < myimg.length; i++) { if(myimg[i].dataset.loaded == 0 || myimg[i].dataset.loaded == undefined){ myimg[i].dataset.loaded = 1; if(myimg[i].getAttribute('data-skip') == "true") {} else{ myimg[i].loading = 'eager'; var image_string = myimg[i].src; if(image_string.indexOf('width="75"') >= 0){} else{ last_src = myimg[i].src; } } } } var num = num_slides - parseInt(this.currentSlide) - parseInt(2); var imgdiv = document.getElementById('slide'+num); if(imgdiv != null && num!=num_slides){ var myimg = imgdiv.getElementsByTagName('img'); for (i = 0; i < myimg.length; i++) { if(myimg[i].dataset.loaded == 0 || myimg[i].dataset.loaded == undefined){ myimg[i].loading = 'eager'; myimg[i].dataset.loaded = 1; } } } var num = num_slides - parseInt(this.currentSlide) - parseInt(3); var imgdiv = document.getElementById('slide'+num); if(imgdiv != null && num!=num_slides){ var myimg = imgdiv.getElementsByTagName('img'); for (i = 0; i < myimg.length; i++) { if(myimg[i].dataset.loaded == 0 || myimg[i].dataset.loaded == undefined){ myimg[i].loading = 'eager'; myimg[i].dataset.loaded = 1; } } } var num = num_slides - parseInt(this.currentSlide) - parseInt(4); var imgdiv = document.getElementById('slide'+num); if(imgdiv != null && num!=num_slides){ var myimg = imgdiv.getElementsByTagName('img'); for (i = 0; i < myimg.length; i++) { console.log(myimg[i].src); if(myimg[i].dataset.loaded == 0 || myimg[i].dataset.loaded == undefined){ myimg[i].loading = 'eager'; //myimg[i].src = myimg[i].dataset.lazySrc; myimg[i].dataset.loaded = 1; } } }var num = num_slides - parseInt(this.currentSlide) + parseInt(1);var imgdiv = document.getElementById('slide'+num);if(imgdiv != null && num!=num_slides){ var myimg = imgdiv.getElementsByTagName('img'); for (i = 0; i < myimg.length; i++) { if(myimg[i].dataset.loaded == 0 || myimg[i].dataset.loaded == undefined){ myimg[i].loading = 'eager' myimg[i].dataset.loaded = 1; } } } }//show ads depending on slide countvar current_slide = this.currentSlide;if(photo_num != this.currentSlide){photo_count = photo_count + 1;inter_count = inter_count + 1;free_count = free_count + 1; adhesion_count = adhesion_count + 1;}if( inter_count != 0 && (num_slides / (inter_count +1) <= 2) && shown_inter == 0){shown_inter = 1;}//show media.net , preload on slide 2if( photo_count == 1){if ($(window).width() > 900 ){ var element = document.getElementById("latesthairstyles_banner_mobile"); if (element) { element.style.display = "none"; }//$("#latesthairstyles_banner_mobile").hide();if(shown_ad == 0){ // preload google and freestar on slide 2 for mobileshown_ad = 1;if(add_test == "no"){ //$("#sidebar").show(); if (sidebar_element) { sidebar_element.style.display = "block"; } freestar.queue.push(function() { freestar.refresh("LatestHairstyles_rightrail_articles"); });}//noaddtest}}if (screen.width < 900 ){if(shown_ad == 0){ // preload google and freestar on slide 2 for mobile\console.logshown_ad = 1;if(add_test == "no"){ freestar.queue.push(function() { freestar.refresh("latesthairstyles_banner_mobile"); });}//noaddtes}}//show media.net , preload on slide 2}//end show media.net , preload on slide 2if(photo_count >= 2 && shown_ad == 1){if(screen.width > 900){if(photo_count == 2){ /// 4th slide show zergif(add_test == "no"){ }//noaddtest}try { if(photo_count == 2){ if(add_test == "no"){ if (sidebar_element) { sidebar_element.style.display = "block"; } } //free_count = 0; } if(free_count >= 2){ if(add_test == "no"){ freestar.queue.push(function() { freestar.refresh("LatestHairstyles_rightrail_articles"); }); } free_count = 0; } if(adhesion_count == 3){ if(add_test == "no"){ freestar.queue.push(function() { freestar.refresh("LatestHairstyles_Adhesion"); }); //console.log("LatestHairstyles_Adhesion refreshed"); } adhesion_count = 0; } }catch (error) {}}else{try {if(free_count >= 2){if(add_test == "no"){ }free_count = 0} if(adhesion_count == 3){if(add_test == "no"){ }adhesion_count = 0;} } catch (error) {}} }this.goTo(this.currentSlide);var firstLoadElement = document.getElementById("firstLoad"); var first_load = firstLoadElement.value; if (firstLoadElement) { firstLoadElement.value = parseInt(firstLoadElement.value) + 1; } if(first_load >= 1 && $(window).width() >900){;scrollToElement(anchordiv); }else if(photo_num != this.currentSlide && $(window).width()<900){photo_num = this.currentSlide; scrollToElement(anchordiv); }//unpin();} // printSlideIndex if(image_number[1] > 0){ var image_index = image_number[1]; var image_number_set = image_index - 1; scrollToElement(anchordiv); } else var image_number_set = 0; const mySiema = new Siema({ onInit: printSlideInit, onChange: printSlideIndex, startIndex: image_number_set, loop: true, perPage: 1, duration: 0, }); function onPrevClick() { mySiema.prev(); } function onNextClick() { mySiema.next(); } const prev = document.querySelector('.btn_prev'); const next = document.querySelector('.btn_next'); prev.addEventListener("click", onPrevClick); next.addEventListener("click", onNextClick); const prev2 = document.querySelector('.btn_bottom_prev'); const next2 = document.querySelector('.btn_bottom_next'); prev2.addEventListener("click", onPrevClick); next2.addEventListener("click", onNextClick);

Medium Knotless Braids Are The Ultimate Protective Hair Trend and Length (2024)

FAQs

Are knotless braids really protective? ›

Knotless braids are a fantastic protective style for just about anyone, but if you're worried your extensions won't be secure because they're not anchored to your scalp—you're not the only one. Lucky for you, there's nothing to worry about!

How long should you keep medium knotless braids in? ›

How Long Do Medium Knotless Box Braids Last? “Medium knotless box braids can last anywhere from six to eight weeks, depending on how well they have been cared for,” says Wilson. To learn how to properly care for and mention your knotless braids, keep reading.

What size knotless braids last the longest? ›

Large knotless braids will inevitably last a shorter time than small knotless braids. As for medium knotless braids, the longevity will more than likely find itself somewhere in the middle. So if you're looking for something to last you a while, the smaller, the better.

Why do people prefer knotless braids? ›

"Knotless braids are definitely a better option because [they put] less stress and tension on the hair and scalp," says Williams. "Braids can still be heavy if too much hair is used in the extension," she adds. But, she notes that when the technique is done correctly, you can help prevent traction alopecia.

What are the cons of knotless braids? ›

Even though knotless braids may last longer than knot braids, it doesn't mean they can last forever. You should never keep in any protective style for more than 10 weeks. Keeping them in for too long can cause dryness, irritation, & damage to the scalp.

Why do knotless braids not last? ›

Knotless braids tend to get frizzier a lot faster than regular braids as they expose more natural hair at the root. So, if you're looking for a protective style that can last longer than two months, regular box braids are a better option.

Do knotless braids help your hair grow? ›

Unfortunately, braiding cannot speed up the hair growth rate. Your hair growth rate depends on factors like genetics, lifestyle, stress levels, and diet. Your hairstyle does not determine the growth rate. But braiding can protect the hair by preventing breakage and strengthening its structure.

What braid styles last the longest? ›

Box braids, characterized by their distinctive square-shaped sections, are known for their longevity. With proper care and maintenance, box braids can last anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks.

What protective style grows hair the fastest? ›

Best Protective Styles for Hair Growth
  1. Protective Style #1 Wig. If you want to switch up your look on a daily basis quickly, then a host of wigs can be your best friend. ...
  2. Protective Style #2 Box Braids. Next up, we have the box braids. ...
  3. Protective Style #3 Twists. ...
  4. Protective Style #4 Sew-In. ...
  5. Protective Style #5 Updo.
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What hairstyles damage your hair the most? ›

Avoid frequently wearing hairstyles that pull on your hair.

If you damage your hair follicles, your hair cannot grow back, so you develop permanent hair loss. Hairstyles that constantly pull on your hair include: Buns, ponytails, and up-dos that are tightly pulled. Cornrows.

How long can you wear medium knotless braids? ›

Medium knotless braids can last four to eight weeks on average. It's crucial to remember that every person's experience is unique. The standard of installation, way of life, and level of maintenance are some elements that can affect how long these braids last.

Are medium knotless braids heavy? ›

Knotless braids are more lightweight, so if you have a sensitive scalp or are new to box braids, they're a great choice.

Which is better, knotless or box braids? ›

If you want less scalp tension and better manageability, go for knotless braids. But if volume and longevity are at the top of your needs, then box braids are the better choice for you. Whichever look you go for, the great thing is both hairstyles is that they can be styled in very similar ways.

Are knotless braids healthier than box braids? ›

According to Gemma, gradually adding hair to the braid means “knotless braids are an overall safer option, because the method creates less tension and pulling on the roots, so there's less chance of traction alopecia and follicle damage.”

Are knotless braids more secure? ›

Whether you have different textures all over your head, or just have a finer strand of hair, the knotless method should make for more secure braids. With traditional box braids, if the knot doesn't stay tight to your scalp, the whole braid could slip out in a few days.

Are knotless braids better for your hairline? ›

This technique allows for a more realistic appearance, making it easier to style your braids in various updos and ponytails. The absence of knots also means that your hairline looks more natural and less restricted, giving you the freedom to experiment with different hairstyles.

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