Whether it’s adorable pigtail twists, loose-coiled passion twists, or a sleek bun style you desire, ensuring they stay put is critical for ensuring they don’t unravel or lose shape! Securing them properly ensures their body remains intact while the ends don’t wear over time.
Starting by using a leave-in conditioner and light oil, divide your hair into small sections and apply twist products for each section.
Two-strand twists look stunning when done correctly on any hair length, but they look their best on fresh locks. Although washing with two-strand twists may seem counterintuitive, it is achievable and safe if done in accordance with all necessary steps. Start using a hydrating shampoo to thoroughly cleanse your locks, which can help avoid matting and tangling in the future. After rinsing, follow with a nourishing conditioner.
First, separate your hair into large sections for easier manipulation. Keep any areas that you aren’t working with tucked away with clips or tiny buns so they will stay in your way when working with others.
Avoid overwashing, however, as too much washing can strip your hair of natural oils and leave it dry and brittle. Instead, aim for one or two weekly cleans with moisturizing in between; this will keep twists hydrated while decreasing frizz, breakage, and fungal infections.
It is best to focus on one section at a time when creating this style for optimal results. Although this style can be made on wet or dry hair, working with wet locks ensures soft, flexible twists. Detangle your hair using a wide-tooth comb to rid yourself of tangles before starting twisting. Secure any remaining sections into a loose braid or ponytail while working on one area at a time.
As soon as you’re ready to work, use a small amount of hair lotion or oil on the section you’re working on to prolong its life and prevent drying out or becoming tangled during wear. Influencer Janae Mason shares her advice for creating a fantastic twist-out in this video.
Flat twists (easier to do and producing a rope-like appearance that works well in updos) should start by knotting each section with either a small Bantu knot or rubber band; this will keep it from unraveling as your hair grows. Add some oil or holding product to the ends to keep them from drying out and flaking – something which is familiar with this style – but make sure not to go too far, otherwise, you risk creating an unruly sticky mess!
Naeemah suggests adding Yaki Kanekalon braiding hair as an addition to your flat twists, as its texture resembles natural hair that has been blown out and blends seamlessly with many styles. You can find this type of braiding hair online or at most beauty supply stores; all it requires is finding the proper amount of moisture in your strands to keep them lasting up to four weeks without retwisting!
Twists differ from box braids by resting further away from the scalp and needing less tension to remain secure, which increases their likelihood of coming undone or unraveling if the hair is not secured correctly. Before beginning twisting, your hair must be adequately detangled, moisturized, and treated with the product. Also important is having dry locks; this will reduce frizz while helping the twists maintain their definition.
Coiling your ends can be an effective and simple way to seal two-strand twists and prevent unraveling, as demonstrated by Mini Marley in her video on this technique. How long your two-strand twists last will depend on their texture and how well you care for them; on average they last approximately six weeks, though this timeframe could differ. Be patient; don’t rush!
