A little search on the internet and you will find lots of articles on braids and twists hairstyle ideas. The number of braids and twists hairstyles are almost limitless. You are sure to find hairstyle that make you go ‘wow'. They are so popular and trendy and to really tap into the these trends there are things to know.
How to style your braids and twists involves adding your own special touch and personality to that beautiful braids and/or twist hairstyle you just picked and fixed.
Braids are a type of hairstyle done by male and female using their natural hairtype. It can be chunky, boxy, slim, French, lemonade and anyone of the numerous size or designs it has available. Aside from that, braids can be center parted, short to long length, literally so long as you have some form of hair you can do it.
The section of the hair to be braided is cut in three averagely equal strands and twisted together up to the edge. A majority of braids hairstyles involves adding a specially designed attachment to your natural to make it more beautiful, lengthy and colourful.
Twists, very much like braids are similar in creation and design but there is a major marking difference. Instead of cutting the hair in three parts as the braids, it is cut in two parts and twisted individually in opposite directions first before it it twisted to the tip. Twists can be done both naturally like most people will or with the addition of attachments.
To see how numerous twisting ideas are, I did a few searches and I saw, humans are really creative with their stuffs. I saw a lot of beauties and I was wowed.
If you are going the natural way for hairdo, like women of the afro movement, on matters involving your hair care and styling, I don't think you will be able to go back once you start making headways. The attractiveness, creativity and benefits are just too numerous to leave behind for an unnatural method.
Many people will agree with me on that point. They are both lovable and attractive and they are a go-to way to care for your hair especially afro hair.
Braids & Twists; topics addressed.
2. Braids and Twists Hairstyle Maintenance.
3. How to Style your Braids and Twists: Ideas and Hairstyles.
If you just got your Twist or Braids done you should stick to the end. The style you did is just one step if you want to, this article can take it two steps further and mark that hairstyle with a personal and creative touch that makes a difference.
Benefits of Braids and Twists.
For those of you into the natural hair movement, braids offer lots of compelling benefits and reasons why you might as well make it your regular style. As a singular hairdo, it cares for both you and your hair. Braided hairstyles benefits your hair, scalp and your facial beauty in general, presenting you in a different light.
Now on to the world of twists, being a natural restorative hairstyle, anyone can benefit from it. Adults and kids alike can indulge in this alternative hairstyle and enjoy the real benefits that comes with it
Here are some benefits that can make you a lover of braided hairstyles and twists.
Note: I might be using the word ‘braids or braiding' for both braids and twists to make things easier. There are up to 6 basic types of braiding and twists is a subtype of braiding others are crocheting, ladder braids, lace braids etc.
1. It helps you minimize hair breakage.
Braiding your hair is one way to protect your hair from breakage. It has been proven that braids helps your hair's structure, making it stronger naturally. It keeps you hair in place, allows natural oil to flow through the scalp and strands and can help your hair grow longer while maintaining its current length.
2. It helps lock moisture in your hair.
Braiding your hair at home after doing a wash can lock in moisture that is very beneficial to the health of your scalp and the structure of the hair. The retains fluids which helps moisturize and nourish the hair, preventing associated dryness and breakage that hinder proper hair development and beauty.
3. It can help you manage split end.
On the matter of hair having split ends, a lot of ladies has a long list of complains thanks to this singular factor. Split ends are like a vice of its own, they really affect the growth, development and health of your hair.
As one hairstyle that is good at maintaining your hair in good shape, braids can help manage split end, saving you a lot of time you might spend on correcting it.
4. It can help you prevent/minimize frizziness in your locks.
When you say frizzy, it talks about a dry, fragile hair. Making your hair in braids helps keeps sufficient amount of moisture in. It protects the hair, help more with your natural oil and makes your hair supple and pliable. Overall the hair is easily maintained.
On your way to correct and minimize this issue, you can pick from the number of braid styles/types available and do fairly thorough wash that are far in-between as frizz is cause by expansion and shrinking of your strands.
A style that impose little tension on the scalp and hair and allow free flow of moisture will have a lot of restorative results.
5. It maintains your hair as you sleep.
Aside from getting your Braids on, braids can help your hair, keeping it in good shape even when you rest. Many a women have complained of having hair frizz and lack of moisture immediately after waking up in the morning.
To counter that you have three options, braid your hair, and cover it up with a silk or satin scalf or use a silk or satin pillow which absorb less moisture, so your hair can maintain and hold moisture for longer.
6. Versatility in Styling.
Braids are versatile. Talking about versatility, you can style your braids in a lot of ways, more than you know about (I will be showing some ways to style them in a short while). You can basically try out any creative ideas you have and with a few tweaks you get something you are proud to show off.
You can make it into a bun, mohawk, updo, ponytail the list is endless. Go to party, formal meetings, casual gatherings. You braids can go anywhere with you.
7. Convenience.
Braids are convenient for anyone as they can be easily maintained. When you properly maintain it, it can last for quite a long time. Although a good braid may take some time to put together, durability shouldn't be an issue.I am talking about upwards of 4 weeks and more.
Those little steps you take will go a long way to making it happen.With your regular maintenance schedule of washing, conditioning and steaming your beautiful hairstyle is sure to maintain its shine and health for a longer amount of time while your hair remains in good condition through out.
How to Maintain your Braids.
Even as braids are made out as restorative hairstyle, they are still a type of hairstyle and still needs to be maintained regularly to keep your hair in tip top shape. But you shouldn't worry, the amount of maintenance you do are minimal and are low effort.
Note- If you see that your braids are in bad shape, there is nothing you can do to salvage it. Your only option is loose it, wash and remake your hair. It's easier and better.
Let's get down to business of maintaining your braids.
1. Wash your braids.
The business of washing your braids has a lot to do with frequency and washing elements. Washing your braids at least weekly can make it clean, free of bad smell and you would want that. Right.
You wash it by getting a warm water and shampoo mixed in a spray can. Make sure to spray directly on your scalp and massage it into the scalp. You should also spray it in your braids strands.
Next you condition your braids with a proper conditioner, leave it to sit for some time and make sure to rinse thoroughly all the way. After rinsing, you should dry your braids very well with a towel.
2. Steaming.
Another way to maintain your braids is to steam them using hot water. You might be wondering how can you do that. It is pretty simple and straightforward to do without much stress. And mind you, not all style can be steamed as you have to do some work.
You can steam it by first getting a hot water, then loosening up the edges of the braids. After unbraiding it, you dip your unbraided edges in the hot water for 3-5 minutes, pull out and then you dry up. That's all you need to do and the benefits is yours for the taken.
3. Get a good Scalp Lotion.
No one should forget about taking care of their mane. It's a daily responsibility. A good scalp lotion or spray can help tons with how your feel daily with your braid hairstyle. The special lotions helps prevent dandruffs, scalf infection and lots more.
The nutrients in these creams and sprays can make your hairstyle shine for a longer time and make it very eazy and comfortable to wear. It even helps to moisturize the hair making it very easy to style into a lot of shapes. A healthy scalp is a healthy hair and a comfortable you.
4. Style your Braids properly.
As your know styling your braids properly can make a difference between how satisfied you are with your current hairstyle and how frequently you get a new hairstyle.
Only proper styling can make you benefit from the going in braids. So you should make efforts to style them properly. They are yours to begin with.
How to Style your Braids and Twists.
Now unto the last section. In this final section I will be showing you some inspiration and ideas that will keep you wanting more. These styles are some regular styling ideas interlaced with unique braid hairstyles sure to give you somewhere to start from.
Let's get started...
With all I have said, braids as a natural hairstyle comes in different styles.
Twist are a great way to look beautiful and dashing. You appear more real.
Adorning with a beautiful scarf, and adding some shiny beads to your twist can make them more fascinating.
A banded and parted full length braid is one way to look presentable when you are about to carry out your presentation.
At times, leaving the braids as they are can also be a captivating sight to see.
One way to style a braid is to the tie it into a bun. Just like this. You can also go with the colors to add a special touch to your style.
A combo that can make you seem more beautiful and fashionable with just one tweak.
I hope am getting your attention and invoking your creativity with these ideas.
Going all natural with your braids adding no attachments has its perks and uniqueness.
Center parted box braids can make you stand out among other things.
A braided mohawk in full red. This style is very edgy, cool and a statement piece of its own.
Another way to style your braided hairstyle is to discontinue the braids halfway through, and leave the remainder in full curls.
Braids can match any form of outing and make you look good anytime.
The way you cut up your hair first before braiding, can make an awesome style in itself adding a special touch to your overall expression.
If colors are your thing, then you can try out this full braid style in solid blue or what? I don't know, just pick your favorite color.
Braids or cornrows, they follow almost the same process. A bun at the end, especially of this kind add a feel for responsibility and composure.
Brown and blue combo braids can still make you shine. You can also try any color combination you like.
Buns are always so eazy to do when you can't get creative enough.
Adding metal rings to your hairdo is one way to be creative with a fairly regular hairstyle.
Who said scarf, especially a one with matching colors with your top can't make you look nice. It sure can do that.
There are tight braids and loose braids, you can combine both in one hairstyle and nothing can hold you back.
Another one of these two-colour combo, in a dashing one colour per part format and using two solid colors to prove a point.
Fat twist are still a thing in the sphere of beauty, you just have to make them look so good. Right?
When you are short on time to work on your hair, you can adopt this style. It sure can save you time while making you more good looking.
Simple in cuts and plaits but beautiful nonetheless in a natural sense
A straight edge unfinished braid is another quick to fix braid hairstyle if you are looking to save some more time.
Using red color is really attention grabbing. Adding that factor to an attractive loose braids is one way to double your overall beauty.
Anyway you want it, you can make it happen.
Going for a party or date, you will look just as beautiful or more than you normally would.
Yet another fun way to add one more color to you braids without looking so out of place.
Tying up Bantu knots in this format is also a way to add a really personalized touch to your braids.
Another special way you can both combine colors and tie up your braids.
Looking for a prime and proper style for your next hairdo, be sure to try this one out.
Another beautiful relic of the covid period is the nose mask and nothing stops you from harnessing it for your looks.
Some days you don't have to stress yourself out, just go with the flow.
This one really is very nice. How did she do that. I can't tell but if you like it, try it.
Head accessories never seize to add beauty to your braids. You should try it out, it will make a difference.
Tying up your twist in two buns is also a good way to showcase your sense of creativity and style.
Beanies can add both style and warmth when used appropriately. You should get a good one for your daily use.
This is one cool way to showcase your twists, giving it the attention it needs.
Braids or twist can be adorned with beads, cowries and rings. This looks really traditional to me, it seems made for a special occasion.
Can you rebrand your braids? Totally. You can learn that from this lady, how to re-braid your braids I mean.
An little updo with a few braid strands can be both beautiful and trendy.
There a good number of styles you can try out with your scarf and still look fresh every time. This is one of them.
If you think you are tired of seeing buns, I still have one more for you - the side bun.
The French braid is beautiful to behold, an excellent styling choice that has all boxes ticked and in the right proportion.
You have the choice of a full French braid or partial braids when picking your hairdo.
The full twist in the real form. If you are new to the twist business you should start here and take it further, a little at a time. Really? Just start with anyone you like.
Finally we are done. It was a really good time and I hope I have inspired you enough to be creative in your hairstyle design and choices. The braids and twist ideas here are just a starting point, there are a lot of styles available to try out. I know because I have seen a lot more.
Thanks for reading and see you.
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