Box Braids Men previews individual braids formed from clean square scalp sections rather than straight-back cornrows or locs. Compare the section size, scalp visibility, braid thickness, length, and framing around the forehead and jaw before choosing an installation with your braider. How are box braids different from stitch braids? Box braids hang individually from square sections, while stitch braids are built into close-to-scalp rows that run toward the back. How should men's box braids be maintained? Protect them with satin at night, keep the scalp clean and lightly moisturized, and avoid excessive tension at the hairline.