The biggest plus side of having natural hair is how versatile it is. Whether you have short or long natural hair you can experiment and try new styles when you need to switch up your hair look.
A very versatile style allows you to be adventurous as you want when styling your hair.
- AFRO PUFF/ HIGH BUN
Here are some natural styles you can try if you have been thinking of doing something different with your natural hair.
This is a very simple classic style that takes minutes to do with your natural hair. The hair is pulled up to the top of your head and tied with a scrunchie and let your remaining hair is out creating a puff look. An amazing natural style that can create plenty of high bun looks. High buns are low-maintenance styles that can be worn for a few days until your next wash day. To protect exposed natural ends as the puff it is crucial to ensure you thoroughly moisturize the hair in the high bun look. Go for products that have aloe vera which is a moisturizing agent that will hydrate your natural hair. Your hair looking hydrated, soft, and shiny plays a huge role in how good the high bun style will look.
- BANTU KNOTS
Bantu knot is a classic style that was created over 100 years ago. With natural hair becoming more mainstream, bantu knots have made a comeback from the mid-2000sera popular eras. They are gorgeous, simple, and have a mesmerizing look. An amazing natural style as no heat is involved and the ends are tucked away making it a good natural style to be worn throughout the week before the next wash day. Bantu knots may appear intimidating to do but they are a quick and simple process. You can create bantu knots by parting the hair in desired sections, forming a twirl, two strands, or a braid to then secure it by wrapping the hair around itself and tucking the hair at the roots of the base to form stunning spiral knots. Bantu knots retain moisture very well throughout the week so the only care needed is covering your hair at night. We recommend the Kinder Naturals Satin Hair Bonnet. It is an adjustable reversible bonnet that will retain moisture, protect your hair, and preserve the style for a longer period.
- BOX BRAIDS
Undeniably box braids continue to be one of the most popular protective styles to date. Why do we love box braids so much? It allows anyone to style braids as you would if you had your natural hair. Box braids are created by blending hair extensions to your hair and braiding a 3 plait down the tips. Box braids can be done on hair in its natural state or on blow-dried hair. Box braids last between 4 to 6 weeks. Box braids are simple to maintain. Occasionally, wash hair, use a moisturizer such as an aloe spray that will keep hair hydrated, and some oil to seal ends. Sleep with a satin bonnet to keep hair protected at night.
- CORNROWS
Crochet braids have been a growing trend, especially in the natural hair community due to the natural hair textures used for crochet braid styles. Crochet braids are extremely versatile; you can create natural hairstyles such as braid outs, wash-and-go, box braids, and even afros. Crochet braids well done tend to look like it’s your own hair. Crochet braids are preferred as it cuts down styling time and it is less tense on the hair. Crochet braids are installed using a crochet hook. The hook loops the hair extensions under the cornrow. Crochet braids are very affordable to do as a natural hairstyle. They last between 6-8 weeks. Maintenance of crochet braids depends on the chosen style. The natural-looking style will require braiding or twisting to preserve the desired curl pattern. For most, you need to use a moisturizing cream to hydrate the hair.
- CROCHET BRAIDS
We can never get enough of how beautiful women look in cornrows. Cornrows are a beautiful style that accentuates facial features of one’s face. Cornrows have a seamless and intricate appearance that gives an exquisite fresh look. An amazing style to be worn especially in the warmer months as they are light on the head. Cornrows can be done with either your own natural hair or by using hair extensions for more thickness and length to your overall look. Cornrows are done by the hair being braided closely to the scalp in different sections creating multiple uniform braid patterns on your scalp. If you are amongst the people who do not like keeping the same style for long cornrows are perfect. They last 2-4 weeks. For longevity of neat cornrows, sleep with a satin bonnet. With sections of the scalp exposed, you are susceptible to a dry & itchy scalp. Using an oil helps combat itchiness. We recommend a rose oil that contains tea tree oil, peppermint and rosemary oil, all effective oils that will soothe the scalp, reduce any itchiness, flaking, and protect the scalp.
- FAUX LOCS
If you ever wonder how you would look with locs you should try faux locs. It takes away the patience and commitment of growing locs. They are created with either human hair or synthetic hair. The hair extensions are wrapped around sections of your braided natural hair to give the illusion of locs. A very versatile style allows you to be adventurous as you want when styling your hair. Faux locs can last between 4-8 weeks depending on your maintenance. Ensuring hair remains moisturized is important. Spritz hair with a moisturizing spray to ensure the hair stays hydrated. To prevent frizz flyaways sleep with a satin bonnet at night.
- PASSION BRAIDS
Passion braids are similar to box braids in terms of the braiding technique. They have a bouncy and voluminous look with the appearance of unraveling. Water wave hair or free tress water wave braiding hair is used to achieve this effortlessly undone appearance. Passion braids are best done on stretched hair to avoid the curls tangling with the hair extension. Passion braids can easily get frizzy so maintenance washing should be kept at a minimum.
- FLAT TWISTS
Flat twists are that quick and convenient style that goes to style for natural hair. It is much easier to do on your own than cornrows. They are an amazing protective style that keeps hair tucked away and retains moisture. They are a beautiful natural hairstyle that keeps the hair stretched minimizing tangling and matting. An easy versatile style you can wear to run errands or even for a special occasion. A flat twist is created by parting the hair into cornrows sections and making twists attached to the scalp. They are modified versions of a two-strand twist. A flat twist can double up as the foundation of a twist-out hairstyle. You can use a curl cream or a style for more definition depending on how sleek you want the style to be. The flat twist is a style that lasts for a few days before your next wash day.
- MARLEY TWISTS
Got its name from the legendary Bob Marley. Marley twists are somewhat a hybrid of faux locs two-strand twists. This is because Marley twists have the almost appearance of locs but in a two- strand version. Marley twists are a versatile natural style that has a fluffy appearance. They are created using Marley braid extensions that are synthetic hair with a coarse texture for that natural look. The hair is intertwined with your natural hair roping it in two strands around each other. Marley twists can last up to 8 weeks. They are quite easy to maintain by simply spritzing hair moisturizer. With most styles, you want to control frizz but with Marley twists frizz gives the hair more flare.
- SILK PRESS
This may sound controversial but silk press is a natural hairstyle that you should enjoy wearing. Natural hair is unique because of how versatile it is curly or straight. Yes, you should avoid straightening your hair too many times and you should always use a heat protectant. A silk press looks best if your natural hair is healthy and well taken care of for great results and no damage. A silk press is a great natural style for those who prefer wearing their hair straight. With a silk press, hair care is much easier as minimal detangling is required and wrapping your silk press at night maintains it for a while. It can last up to a month
- KNOTLESS BRAIDS
Knotless braids have taken over in the past few as they go to protective braiding style. Knotless braids are created by the feed-in technique. Knotless braids get their name from the lack of knots used at the root of the hair used to blend the natural hair and the hair extension. This means that with knotless braids there is no pain! We have all felt that fresh pain after getting our braids done that can last up to 48 hours. Goodbye pain, tension, and discomfort. Due to the feed-in technique, knotless braids are very light and comfortable. Additionally, it gives them a very seamless natural look.Can last 4-6 weeks. Can be maintained by simply moisturizing and oiling the braids and sleeping with a satin bonnet.
- GLUELESS WIGS
Nobody loves glueless wigs more than a natural hair woman. It is one of the most talked about types of wigs. It has revolutionized the wig industry, especially for natural women who love wigs as protective styling. Glueless wigs have made hair transformation an easy process. You get to protect your natural hair underneath the wig every day. Just like the name glueless wigs do not require adhesive wig glue, tape, or freeze gel to attach the wig. Simply placing the wig on the scalp, will blend with your hairline and give the illusion the hair is growing out of your scalp. With no use of adhesives, they are the perfect natural style as they take minutes to change up your look or if you want to take a break from your natural hair. They are also less damaging to your fragile edges. At night it takes seconds to take off the wig. This also means you can easily care for your natural hair.
We hope you are inspired and excited to try out one of these beautiful styles on your natural hair.
