Your hair is your crown, canvas, and ultimate expression of self. For girls with beautiful, diverse hair textures, the world of hairstyling offers an endless playground of possibilities. In this article, we’re here to celebrate the stunning array of natural hair types that P.O.C. (People of Color) girls are blessed with and to provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to rock your natural locks with confidence.
From short and sassy cuts to luxurious, flowing tresses, we’re about to jump into the world of natural hairstyles for P.O.C. girls, showcasing options for every hair length. Whether you’re looking for a new look to express your unique style, or simply curious about the versatility of your natural hair, we’ve got you covered!
Hairstyle for Short and Curly
- Curly Pixie Cut: This hairstyle is good for all those with short hair. A pixie cut with curly hair can be incredibly stylish. The short length emphasizes your curls, and it’s a low-maintenance option. personally, the curly pixie cut is always a bomb.
- Short Afro: Rocking a short afro is empowering and showcases the beauty of your natural curls.
- Bantu Knots: This style involves sectioning your hair into small knots, which can be worn as a style on their own or used to create defined curls when undone. (This hairstyle can also have weave added onto it for a fuller look.)
Protective Hairstyles to Try/Retry (Weave)
- Box Braids: Box braids are small to medium-sized, box-shaped sections of hair that are braided with extensions. They’re versatile, low-maintenance, and can be styled in various ways.
- French box: these are box braids but the ends are undone and curled- super cute.
- Fulani Braids: “Fulani braids are usually styled with unique patterns of thin-to-medium tightly plaited braids that are close to the head.”
- Faux locs: Faux locs are installed by twisting or braiding the real hair and then wrapping additional hair around the shaft of the braid/twist.
- Senegalese twist: This hairstyle looks a lot like regular twists but they tend to be more sleek and and tighter.
Go to Protective Hairstyles (No Weave)
- Boho braids: box braids with undone curly ends which give off a fuller and voluminous look.
- Twist: there is honestly exactly what you believe it is. you can wear this style with or without weave!
Products to Help Manage Curly Hair
1. Shampoo and Conditioner:
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courtesy of Judy van der Velden flicker Cc0 DevaCurl No-Poo Original and One Condition Original.
- SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo and Conditioner.
- Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo and Conditioner.
2. Deep Conditioning Masks:
- Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask.
- Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask.
- Cantu Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque.
3. Leave-In Conditioner:
- Kinky-Curly Knot Today Leave-In Conditioner.
- Mixed Chicks Leave-In Conditioner.
- Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture & Shine Leave-In Conditioner.
4. Curl Enhancing Creams or Gels:
- Bounce Curl Light Creme Gel.
- Miss Jessie’s Jelly Soft Curls.
- Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer.
5. Hair Oils:
- MoroccanOil Treatment Oil.
- OGX Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Penetrating Oil.
- SheaMoisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Finishing Oil Serum.
6. Heat Protectant:
- Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray.
- Chi 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray.
- Living Proof Restore Instant Protection Spray.
7. Silk or Satin Pillowcases:
- Slip Silk Pillowcase.
- LilySilk Silk Pillowcase.
- Bedsure Satin Pillowcase for Hair and Skin.
8. Wide-Tooth Comb or Detangling Brush:
- Denman D3 Original Styler 7-Row Hair Brush.
- Wet Brush Original Detangler.
- Tangle Teezer The Original Detangling Hairbrush.
9. Microfiber Towel or T-shirt:
- DevaCurl DevaTowel Anti-Frizz Microfiber Towel.
- Aquis Original Microfiber Hair Towel.
- Turbie Twist Microfiber Hair Towel.
10. Diffuser Attachment:
- Xtava Black Orchid Large Hair Diffuser.
- BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Universal Finger Diffuser.
- Conair Pro Styler Bonnet Hair Dryer.
What Works For You
Lastly, please note that individual results may vary, and what works best for your hair can depend on factors such as your specific curl pattern, thickness, and other hair characteristics. It’s a good idea to try a few products to find the ones that suit your hair type and styling preferences best. (Also try a professional stylist for personalized recommendations and advice. Your hair is unique- embrace it.)
By: Khalyse Hemingway
Sources:
southernliving.com: Curly Pixie Cuts We’re Loving Right Now
byrdie.com: A set-by-step guide to creating bantu knots
allure.com: 35 Black-Owned Hair-Care Brands That Should Be on Your Radar
purewow.com: 50 Black-owned Haircare Brands to shop before your next wash day
Inset image courtesy of Judy van der Velden Flicker page -Creative Commons License
Featured image courtesy of raynfree1 Flicker page -Creative Commons License
