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  • Question
    Does braiding your hair really make it curly?
    Ndeye Anta Niang
    Hair Stylist & Master Braider
    Ndeye Anta Niang is a Hair Stylist, Master Braider, and Founder of AntaBraids, a traveling braiding service based in New York City. Ndeye has over 20 years of experience in African hair including braiding box braids, Senegalese twists, crochet braids, faux dread locs, goddess locs, kinky twists, and lakhass braids. Ndeye was the first female of her tribe in Africa to move to America and is now sharing her knowledge of African braids passed on from generation to generation.
    Hair Stylist & Master Braider
    Expert Answer
    Yes! Braiding your hair will make it curly. Use curling cream with shea moisture if you do this to give your braids some holding power. You can pick any of these hair products up at your local pharmacy or beauty supply store.
  • Question
    What is 2b hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    2B is a category of curls according to the Curly Girl book. 2B hair has a strong wave that is difficult to straighten.
  • Question
    How do you make your hair grow faster?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You can't force hair growth, but you can encourage it. Biotin supplements have been shown to improve the growth and strength of hair. Eating a balanced diet and massaging the scalp also improve the rate and quality of growth.
  • Question
    How do you make your hair naturally curly?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You can't create curl in naturally straight hair, but you can enhance curl with the right styling products. A curl-enhancing product is especially effective if you want to make straight hair wavy. Apply it liberally from the roots to the ends of damp hair just after the shower.
  • Question
    How do you get crimped hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You can crimp hair with a crimping iron or you can plait it tightly when its wet and allow it to dry naturally. You can also braid hair then press the braids with a straightening iron.
  • Question
    It is okay if the braids are a bit messy?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You want the braids to be as neat and even as possible. Loose ends or uneven tension will create straight bits and frizz in your waves.
  • Question
    Will this work if your hair is extremely curly?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Yes. If you have curly hair these methods will still work, but they will produce a stronger result. Use a smoothing cream to help you achieve the most polished result.
  • Question
    Can I do this with dry hair?
    Community Answer
    You can still braid your hair for curls, but you would have to leave the braids for a few hours or overnight. Even then the curls might not be as defined, but it should still work.
  • Question
    What if my hair is really long, would I do the same thing?
    Community Answer
    You do the same thing, it just might take a little longer if you have long hair.
  • Question
    Will the braids method make my hair permanently wavy?
    Venus
    Community Answer
    No, it will not. The processes of washing and brushing your hair will straighten the waves.
  • Question
    Does this work for men?
    Venus
    Community Answer
    Yes, of course it does. You just need enough hair to be able to braid/bub/use the rags.
  • Question
    Can this make naturally curly hair look better?
    Community Answer
    Yes, these methods could tame your curls and make them look uniform.
  • Question
    What about African American peoples' hair?
    Community Answer
    It's the same, unless you are using weaves made from synthetic hair. In that case, you should use a lot more leave-in conditioner.
  • Question
    What if my hair is really short?
    Community Answer
    Some of these still work, like the cloth one, but if your hair is very short consult a professional stylist about your options.
  • Question
    Can I use fishtail braids? If so, what will the results look like?
    Community Answer
    Fishtail braids tend to give a less-curly look to hair, so it probably won't work as well as some of the above. It would give very faint curl to your hair, but you are probably best to go with a normal braid.
  • Question
    Can I do this with dry oily hair?
    Community Answer
    Before using one of these methods, do something about it. You could use something such as dry shampoo for the oily areas and coconut oil for the dry areas. Or you could try a hair mask. But, yes it should work.
  • Question
    Does this work with short hair?
    UruChurros
    Community Answer
    It helps with any hair: long, short, curly, etc., as long as you can braid it or make a bun.
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