For those with afro-textured hair, summer feels like the optimal moment to experiment with a range of protective hairstyles. From the viral to the classic knotless method, the options are endless – and cater to all aesthetics. It seems that we’re entering a new type of natural hair era – just ask , who unveiled a stunning short blonde afro ahead of .
It’s clear that coils are all the rage. The afro blowout This glamorous style can be achieved without relaxers and keratin treatments. Hairstylist to the A-list reveals that the breezy ’70s-inspired bob is highly coveted by her clients.
“Clients with shoulder-length natural hair love that bounce and sleek finish,” she says. A round bristle brush along with a blowdryer is commonly used to execute the style, which is temporarily held in place with “big velcro rollers to give the hair a lift from the roots”. Vastly different from the ever popular silk press – this isn’t a pin-straight glass hair moment – “it’s bigger and has more volume, body and movement”.
Pinterest muse – and one quarter of soft-rock band – has mastered the stretched ’fro with ineffable attitude. A scroll through her TikTok and Instagram reveals a stream of comments from fans requesting video tutorials – or dissecting how she “got her hair like that”. To elevate the look further, try twisting two front sections of the hair and decorating with beads, or add a structured headband for a chic, preppy vibe.
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