BareStrands Hair
🟡 Updated this yearPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #40 of 150 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
👱♀️ What this mod does?
This small yet mighty mod gives Aloy’s iconic Radhair a breath of fresh air while keeping her overall look canon‑friendly. By gently snipping away the braids, ties, and those stubborn front strands, BareStrands lightens her silhouette and lets her hair flow with youthful freedom.
Curious to hear your take—does this mod feel like a clever tweak or a mechanical misfire? Nexus comments are always open for your spicy takes.
✨ What you’ll notice:
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[]Aloy’s shoulders and breast finally get the spotlight they deserve—no more braid barricades.
[]Her hairstyle feels more effortless, as if she just stepped out of a Nora spa day.
[]The game’s aesthetic remains intact, blending seamlessly with Horizon’s lush environments.[/]
🔧 Compatibility
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[]✅ Works with all outfits - no hair patching required.
[]✅ Automaticaly snaps into Mod Manager - no load order adjustments needed
[]⚠️ Not designed to be used together with Hair Studio. But hey, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can mix the two mods and see what kind of wild hair day Aloy ends up with 🙂[/]
📌 Known issues:
So far this mod works with hair set to High Quality only. (Will try to fix in next version).
⚙️ How to install:
Use ModForge (for Vortex) or HFW Mod Manager:
ModForge (for Vortex) HFW Mod Manager
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[]✅ Works with all outfits - no hair patching required.
BareStrands Hair is a cosmetic mod that removes braids, ties, and front strands from a character's hair, offering a cleaner look. With 214 endorsements and 4,160 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated tweak for players seeking a simpler hairstyle.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 214 endorsements
- Over 4,000 downloads shows it's got a following
- Does exactly what it says—no bloat, just hair cleanup
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated April 2026—may not be compatible with future game patches
- Only affects hair visuals; won't change anything else
For players who want a cleaner, more natural look for their character without extra accessories. If you're into character customization and find braids or front strands annoying, this is for you. Skip if you want gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a mod manager or manual installation—since no instructions are given, try dropping files into your game's mod folder first.
- If you're using a mod manager, enable the mod and check for conflicts with other hair mods.
- Make sure to back up your original game files before installing any mod, just in case.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Horizonforbiddenwest Mods
- Author
- Johnny Dazzling
- Version
- 0.0.1
- Downloads
- 4,160
- Endorsements
- 214
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 1/10/2026
- Updated
- 4/23/2026
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