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Travis Scott’s Hair: Dutch Style Cornrow Braids
He’s waved goodbye to his signature box braids: now Travis Scott’s hair is all about intricate Dutch‑style cornrows, aka tight, sculpted rows that look like they’re braided into his scalp.
Although he’s rocked this style before, it’s no less iconic.
Why We Love It:
Travis Scott’s hair in these sleek, beautifully braided Dutch-style cornrows is iconic. And those geometric lines are, frankly, art.
Cornrows like this are classic protective styles, reducing daily manipulation while protecting curl definition.
With his hair braided close to the scalp, there’s less frizz, reduced tangling, and the style can last weeks if it’s maintained properly.
High fashion that’s functional? Love.
Even though this is a protective style for Afro hair, it does need looking after to ensure your hair is safe from damage and frizz.
You’ll need to keep your scalp clean and moisturised and protect the braids at night when you sleep, ideally by wearing a durag. Find out more about how to keep your style looking on point in the How To section.
What To Ask Your Barber:
- Ask for Dutch/underhand braids – these are built from the scalp upward, with the plait raised.
- Request medium‑thin geometric partings, about 0.5 to 1 cm in width.
- Specify tight, neat tension on scalp rows to keep things raised and crisp longer.
- Your hairstylist may use scissors to trim stray hair before braiding for clean lines, especially around the edges.
- Ask your barber to finish with a precise line‑up or edge taper at hairline.
- Discuss whether you want a fade on the sides or just a significantly tapered scalp. This will all depend on how bold you want the contrast.
- Expect this style to last 3 to 5 weeks, depending on hair growth and tension.
- You’ll likely need to get your stylist to touch up the perimeter braids after 2-3 weeks.
Get The Look
- Keep your braids fresh with a gentle, sulfate‑free shampoo. Dilute it with some water, and gently use it to cleanse the scalp. Then rinse thoroughly.
- Apply a light leave‑in conditioner (formulated for braided styles) to the scalp, then a natural oil (jojoba, coconut, or argan), and finish with a lightweight cream or gel to seal in moisture.
- Always wrap your hair braids inside a durag or sleep on a satin pillowcase to minimise friction and frizz.
- You’ll need your edges refreshed every few days. Use a soft brush and a small amount of edge control gel for crisp lines.
- Use a lightweight braid refresher spray to revive the look every 4 to 5 days, ideally a product with glycerin and herbal extracts for shine and hold.
- Avoid heavy products that can weigh down the scalp.
- If you want shine and structure, apply a tiny dab of gel at each braid’s base, smoothing down any fluffy bits.
