This polished look pairs tight cornrows at the scalp that feed into long micro-braids — ideal for medium to coarse textured, curly, or kinky hair. It also works on straighter hair when using pre-stretched or synthetic extensions for added length. Technique: section hair into clean, even rows with a rat-tail comb, apply a lightweight leave-in, then braid close to the scalp using feed-in braiding to build length while minimizing tension. Tools: rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, small elastics...