African American hair is often more difficult to style than other types of hair. But with the right techniques and products, it can look beautiful. Here are some easy hairstyles for natural African American hair.
Twist Outs
A twist out is a great way to get curls for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. To create the twists, use a comb to section off small sections of your hair. Apply a moisturizing product to each section, such as an oil, cream, or gel. Take each section and twist it away from your face until you reach the ends. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. Once you have finished the entire head, let the twists dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the twists, gently untwist each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Braid Outs
Braid outs are another great way to create curls for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. Just like with twist outs, start by sectioning off small sections of your hair. Apply a moisturizing product to each section, such as an oil, cream, or gel. Then, start braiding each section. Secure the end of each braid with a clip or elastic band. When you’re finished with the entire head, let the braids dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the braids, gently unravel each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Finger Coils
Finger coils are another great way to create curls for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. Section off small sections of your hair. Apply a moisturizing product to each section, such as an oil, cream, or gel. With your fingers, take a small section of the hair and start twisting it away from your face. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. Then, start wrapping the hair around your finger to create the coil. Secure the end of the coil with a clip or elastic band. When you’re finished with the entire head, let the coils dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the coils, gently unravel each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Bantu Knots
Bantu knots are a great way to create tight curls for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. Section off small sections of your hair. Apply a moisturizing product to each section, such as an oil, cream, or gel. Take each section and twist it away from your face until you reach the ends. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. Then, take each twist and wrap it around itself to form a knot. Secure the knot with a clip or elastic band. When you’re finished with the entire head, let the knots dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the knots, gently unravel each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Faux Locs
Faux locs are a great way to achieve a longer, more dramatic look for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. Section off small sections of your hair. Apply a moisturizing product to each section, such as an oil, cream, or gel. Take each section and twist it away from your face until you reach the ends. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. Then, take a piece of synthetic hair and wrap it around the twisted section, until you have created a faux loc. Secure the end of the faux loc with a clip or elastic band. When you’re finished with the entire head, let the faux locs dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the faux locs, gently unravel each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Flat Twists
Flat twists are a great way to get a sleek, polished look for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. Section off small sections of your hair. Apply a moisturizing product to each section, such as an oil, cream, or gel. Take each section and twist it away from your face until you reach the ends. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. Then, take the two twists and twist them together, until you have created a flat twist. Secure the end of the twist with a clip or elastic band. When you’re finished with the entire head, let the flat twists dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the flat twists, gently unravel each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Pineapple Updos
Pineapple updos are a great way to get a voluminous, bouncy look for African American hair. Start by washing and conditioning your hair. Then, use a leave in conditioner. Take the top half of your hair and secure it with a clip or elastic band. Then, take the bottom half of your hair and twist it away from your face until you reach the ends. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. Then, take the twist and wrap it around the top of your head, creating a pineapple-like shape. Secure the twist with a clip or elastic band. When you’re finished with the entire head, let the updo dry for at least an hour. When you’re ready to take out the updo, gently unravel each one until you get the desired look. You can use a bit of oil or product to help define the curls.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are many easy hairstyles for natural African American hair. With the right techniques and products, your hair can look beautiful and healthy. Try out one of these styles and see how it looks on you!
