From finger coils and afro puffs, there are numerous styles perfect for teenage girls with thick manes.
Tapered Cut
Display your stunning curls with pride by opting for a tapered cut! It may be simple in design, yet its rounded silhouette makes your locks appear polished and neat.
Afro Puff
Afro puffs are an easy, minimal hairstyle to create for semi-formal events – just secure them with a ponytail holder and add some curly side tendrils! Adding curls at the front can give your afro puffs an added edge and make them stand out from the crowd, creating an elegant style perfect for black dress parties. Kinkier curlies may benefit from having their natural patterns highlighted more effectively using this look; using a pick can add additional volume, or you could simply fluff your locks using your fingertips if no pick is available!
Twist Out
The twist out is an elegant hairstyle perfect for natural hair. Not only can it keep your locks stretched and tangle-free, it looks great with various accessories like headbands, gold cuffs, beads, cowries, and tassels to complete its look – ideal for formal events as well as date nights! Twisting outs can be done on dry or wet hair, though for maximum effect, it’s recommended to use moisturizer prior to styling your locks. Next, divide your locks into sections and begin twisting each section – make sure there is some space in between each twisted section for optimum results! Once your hair has been twisted, simply pin it up to prevent any future fallout and finish your look by adding an accessory such as a headband to frame your face and complete your look. This style is great for people who are tired of wearing their hair in pigtails as it provides an alternative protective style that you can wear either to work or school quickly and effortlessly.
Braid Out
Braid outs are an easy and elegant way to add texture and volume to your curly locks, perfect for creating high puffs, low puffs, or half-up styles. Braid outs also help stretch the hair strands without using heat on your curls – an added benefit! Maintaining a braid out can last several days when properly maintained. Hydration of the hair is key; therefore, leave-in conditioner and curl cream are must-haves for keeping this style looking its best. Furthermore, wax products should be avoided to reduce build-up. Flat twist out is another popular hairstyle, involving parting the hair into cornrowed sections before twisting them to form an eye-catching and easy wavy look. This protective style makes a perfect protective style for busy women looking for beautiful texture without frizz or shrinkage issues.
Kinks
Yara Shahidi is an example of this with her gelled bun that adds volume to her naturally curly locks. Another style option would be a slicked-back bun, which shows off your kinks while blending seamlessly with the rest of the hair; this works especially well on long natural locks. If you prefer the messy slicked look, switch things up by opting for a side-swept kinky twist hairstyle. This easy style makes you look sexy while remaining low maintenance. To add an extra pop of color and create even more drama in this look, add highlights with light brown or coppery auburn hues; both styles work.
