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The app is full of natural hair inspiration and the latest trend to flood For You pages israindrop braids.

Three side by side images of rain drop braids

Courtesy of Bethany Nché

Raindrop braids are a whimsical twist on classicbox braids.

The style incorporates clear beads to create the illusion that raindrops are delicately placed on each plait.

The style came about spontaneously, says Nche.

Image of a Black woman wearing rain drop braids.

Bethany Nché

After seeing the results, the braider knew shed created something innovative.

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If you already know how to give yourself box braids, upgrading them to raindrop braids is fairly simple.

Teemico Automatic Hair Beader (6-Pack) on white background

Below, some tools to get you started.

Clear Pony Beads clear beads on gray table

Lay’s Beauty Styling Comb hand holding three combs on blue background

Ebin New York 24 Hour Edge Tamer top view of black jar on white background

Rebundle BraidBetter in Jet back of a model’s head wearing braids on yellow background with white borders