How many packs of braiding hair do I need for medium knotless braids?

About 4–5 packs of French curl or straight hair, or 5–6 packs of wavy hair, for a full head.

How many packs do I need for small knotless braids?

Small braids use more hair: about 5–6 packs of French curl or straight hair, or 6–7 packs of wavy hair.

How many packs do I need for large or jumbo knotless braids?

About 3–4 packs of French curl or straight hair, or 4–5 packs of wavy hair.

How many packs of French curl braids do I need?

We recommend 4–5 packs of Nita Curlé for a full head of medium French curl braids.

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How Many Packs of Braiding Hair Do I Need?

Pick your texture and braid size to see how many packs to order for a full head.

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Quick answers

How many packs of braiding hair do I need for medium knotless braids?: About 4–5 packs of French curl or straight hair, or 5–6 packs of wavy hair, for a full head.
How many packs do I need for small knotless braids?: Small braids use more hair: about 5–6 packs of French curl or straight hair, or 6–7 packs of wavy hair.
How many packs do I need for large or jumbo knotless braids?: About 3–4 packs of French curl or straight hair, or 4–5 packs of wavy hair.
How many packs of French curl braids do I need?: We recommend 4–5 packs of Nita Curlé for a full head of medium French curl braids.

These are KŌVIA's recommendations for our own bundles. Your braider may ask for a pack more or less depending on your hair and the look you want. Still unsure? Ask us.