Ever dreamed of braids that seem to grow out of your own scalp, move with you naturally, and don't give you that pulling, tight sensation? That's the sorcery of knotless braids. Sleek at the roots, light, and infinitely versatile, they're the new spin on classic box braids — and they're invading runways, red carpets, and real life.

If you combine them with high-quality human hair extensions, knotless braids not only look amazing — they safeguard your natural hair, promote growth, and let you style them however you desire. But if this is your first time, there are likely questions running through your mind: How long do they last? How many hair packs do you require? How do you maintain them looking fresh?

This FAQ guide dissects all you need to know — directly from the experts — so your knotless braid install is perfect from day one until the last take-down.

 

What are Knotless Braids?

As the name implies, knotless braids are similar to box braids but are without ‘knots’. There is no pronounced knot at the root as with other styles of braids.

Human hair extensions are integrated through the length while braiding using the extension that is split before starting. Human hair knotless braids are called so as they lie flat at the root and look less bulky and more natural.

How to do Knotless Braids?

After cleaning and drying the hair properly, section the human braiding hair extensions and the natural hair into 4-6 sections at the root.

Start by braiding each section into a French braid, and make sure to integrate small sections of the extensions into the human hair knotless braids to create length and volume.

Tie it off with a clear elastic, and for a cleaner look, use a gel pomade to clean up the edges and sections at the root.

How Long do Knotless Braids Last​?

Many things determine how long these braids last, including how you care for knotless braids, your hair type and the quality of your human hair extensions.

Longer and straight hair may only be able to hold for four to six weeks, while shorter and curlier hair can hold longer, up to 3 months, due to friction and low porosity hair.

How to Wash Knotless Braids?

To care for knotless braids is to care for your scalp health, and therefore, you must learn to wash your human hair knotless braids well. Wash the hair as needed and with a clarifying, hydrating shampoo that is free of sulfates and alcohols. 

Lather the scalp well and let it sit, then wash it out using lukewarm or cold water. Then use a hydrating conditioner that you can wash out after 15-20 minutes, on the ends to leave them moisturized and healthy looking.

End the routine to care for knotless braids with a lightweight oil to bring a shine back to the hair. How long your braids will last depends on the health of your human hair extensions and scalp; therefore, you must take extra care.

How to Refresh Knotless Braids?

Unlike box braids, to refresh knotless braids, you don't need to take the entire braid out. Instead, you can cleanse the scalp, tighten the braid, and redo sections as needed.

Using an oil or hydrating product can keep the scalp fresh. To tighten the braid, consider using new human hair extensions if it's too loose, and re-doing particular sections as needed.

How Many Packs of Hair for Knotless Braids​?

Depending on the size of your human hair knotless braids, the number of packs of human hair extensions can differ. For longer braids, using up to 8-10 packets is ideal, depending on the curl type and hair texture.

Medium-length braids would require between 5 and 7 packets, depending on the hair volume available per packet. For short braids, 4-6 packets are also enough; therefore, depending on your desired length and braiding style, you can decide how many packs to invest in.

How Much Do Knotless Braids Cost​?

Knotless braids, unlike box braids, are lower in cost and maintenance. If you want longer-lasting, better quality, and natural-looking human hair knotless braids, then investing in quality human hair extensions is the way to go. Although it may require a higher initial investment, they last longer and require maintenance similar to that of your natural hair.

Moreover, the synthetic hair nature of other extensions may cause slipping and make your knotless braids last for a shorter amount of time, but have a lower initial cost.

Therefore, if you are willing to make a one-time higher investment, then human hair extensions are the best. If you wish to continue to incur higher costs on one install, then synthetic hair extensions are the way to go.

Conclusion

Knotless braids are for you if you desire a versatile hairstyle that acts as a protective style for your natural hair to prevent breakage and friction. However, to ensure the longevity, look and health of your natural hair, you must pair these braids with human hair extensions.

Not just any set of extensions will give the best results; however, Hair Factory’s premium virgin hair extensions will. Invest in quality with a range of affordable yet natural-looking hair extensions from Hair Factory.

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