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Twist braids are a great way to style natural hair. They can be a little time consuming to put in, but after that they're super low-maintenance, lasting up to 6-8 weeks. To get the smoothest twists, start with clean, damp hair, and use your favorite curling cream or styling gel. There are a ton of different options to choose from, giving you plenty of ways to really personalize your look. We've collected a few of our favorite styles, so check them out!
Things You Should Know
- To do single-strand coils, coat a 1×1 in (2.5×2.5 cm) section of hair with gel. Simply twist the hair starting at your roots until you reach the ends.
- Or, make two-strand coils by grabbing a 1-2 in (2.5-5 cm) section of hair and dividing it in half. Then, twist the pieces over each other.
- To make a three-strand coil, divide a 1-2 in (2.5-5 cm) section of hair in thirds. Cross the outside piece to the opposite side and repeat down your hair.
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QuestionHow do I do my hair really curly without a curler?Community AnswerPut your hair into lots of tiny little plaits. Sleep with it overnight, and in the morning take out the plaits.
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QuestionHow do I do just a simple braid?Community AnswerFirst, separate however much hair you wish to braid into three sections. Take turns crossing these over each other (left one to center, right one to center, left one to center, right one to center, etc., etc.) until you reach the end of the hair.
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Tips
- For any type of twist, start with clean, damp hair, and detangle it with a wide-tooth comb before you begin.Thanks
- Feel free to experiment with the size of your twists to see what works best for you!Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://youtu.be/MXTGrdDuZD8?t=118
- ↑ https://youtu.be/kRgx_JBTJyQ?t=65
- ↑ https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/hair/a38868/how-to-twist-natural-textured-hair/
- ↑ https://youtu.be/1CKLzDEW4VE?t=44
- ↑ https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/hair/a38868/how-to-twist-natural-textured-hair/
- ↑ https://youtu.be/CDZhnYb1dqI?t=19
- ↑ https://youtu.be/SkwzvujB1aI?t=251
- ↑ https://youtu.be/FKgQ5BcaS94?t=222
- ↑ https://www.elle.com/beauty/hair/a33955742/havana-twist-hairstyles/
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