Why Weaves Are Making A Comeback

Unlike their predecessors, this new generation of weave techniques has evolved like many other products designed for Black hair, which has been crucial in minimizing damage with this style. On the hair extensions themselves, thanks to the emergence of textured hair extension brands like Ruka Hair, Black women are opting for new-gen weaves that effortlessly match their natural hair texture, and, as a result, they can use coil-friendly straightening options like silk presses, without having to sacrifice the seamless blend. Even more promisingly, due to the innovative nature of these new methods, Black women that choose new-gen weaves can sport styles like multiple partings, updos and more natural-looking styles. As Soares explains, “there have been massive evolutions in the weave space since I started as a stylist over 12 years ago.”