How To Style Natural Hair – The Best Protective Hairstyles Out There
Keeping your hair secured in a protective hairstyle is a great way of preserving the overall health of your tresses—and besides that, protective styles are meant to shield your locks from environmental factors like harsh weather conditions and prevent manipulation and damage by keeping the ends safely tucked away. If you’re on the hunt for your next ‘do, check out our list of styles for natural hair for a dose of inspiration!
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Box braids
One of the most common natural braided hairstyles is a classic set of box braids that you can customize when it comes to length, thickness, and color.
Bantu knots
Bantu knots are fun and refreshing, and at the same time, keep your hair up and out of the way which makes them among the best summer protective hairstyles.
Twists
With twist protective hairstyles, you can opt from a variety of different styles like Marley twists, Senegalese twists, Havana twists, passion twists, and more.
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Fulani braids
If you love the look of cornrows and box braids, we recommend getting Fulani braids—which is a mashup of both of those hairstyles for natural hair.
Faux locs
Faux locs are an amazing alternative to authentic dreadlocks and are one of the most versatile protective hairstyles for natural hair around.
Cornrows
Simple and easy natural hairstyles to try out include cornrows, which are a great choice if you want a style that sits close to the scalp.
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