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4C Hair Styling Tutorials
Hey, my beautiful 4C hair queens! Are you ready to dive into a world of fabulous styling options available for your gorgeous coils? Whether you’re rocking a TWA-thin, teeny weeny Afro-or long, luscious locks, I’ve got you covered with some amazing styling tutorials that’ll make your 4C hair shine. We all know sometimes our hair type can get a little tricky, but trust me, with these tips and tricks, you are going to be heads over heels, feeling like a million bucks. So let’s get ready for this exciting hair journey with your favorite styling products!
Perfect Twist-out for Short 4C Hair
Let us start with the classics in this style, which works miracles on shorter 4C hair. The twist-out is the majority of our go-tos, and deservedly so! Begin with sectioning your damp hair and applying a leave-in conditioner. Take small sections then and twist them tightly, using a curl-defining cream if you need extra hold. Let your twists totally dry-out completely overnight, and then gently unravel the twists for this stunning defined look. Fluff and shape as desired, and voilà! You get this beautiful twist-out that lasts for days.
Bantu Knots for Medium-Length 4C Hair
If you have hair of medium length and hair type 4C, then Bantu knots are going to be your new best friend. Not only do these look so adorable as a protective style, but they can also result in the most stunning curls when let down. Segment your hair into small squares, apply a moisturizing styling cream, and begin a tight twist from root to tip. Then, twist the twist around itself to create a small knot. Secure with bobby pins if need be. Rock the knots for several days or take them down for a fabulous knot-out!
Pineapple Updo for Long 4C Hair
Hey, all my long-haired 4C beauties! The pineapple updo is another quick and easy style that is just perfect for preserving curls overnight or creating that chic daytime look. Flip your head over, gather all of your hair at the crown of the head, and secure it with a scrunchie or hair tie. Leave the ends loose to form the shape of a pineapple. To give it just a little oomph, take a brightly colored scarf and wrap it around the base of the pineapple. It is cute, comfortable, and really helps keep your curl pattern intact.
Finger Coils for All Lengths
Finger coils sound like a very versatile style, and they turn out great with 4C hair of any length. Start with hair that’s damp and apply a generous amount of leave-in conditioner and styling gel. Take small sections of hair and twirl them tightly around your finger from root to tip. This might be a bit time-consuming, but the results are just so worth it! Once your entire head is coiled, allow it to air dry or you may sit under a hooded dryer. What is the result? Perfectly defined and springy coils that would last for days.
Flat Twist Updo for Medium to Long Hair
A flat twist updo is an amazing, protective style for medium to long 4C hair that can easily be worn on any occasion. Section your hair and flat twist each section, sending it in the direction of the crown of your head. Once you reach the top, you can tuck the ends in or let them puff out. This style will not only make you look and feel sophisticated but, most importantly, the twisting action will gently stretch the hair and minimize tangling.
Mini Afro Puffs for Short to Medium Hair
Who doesn’t love a good puff? For short to medium length 4C hair, mini afro puffs are adorable and super easy to get. Just section your hair into small portions, apply some moisturizer to each of them, and wrap small hair ties around them to make little puffs all over your head. Take each puff and give it a little fluff to make it voluminous, and you will be left with a very playful and eye-catching style that actually looks like your natural texture.
Wash and Go for All Lengths – Brave Souls
Ah, the wash and go-a style that can be daunting, but very doable with the right technique for 4C hair! On soaking wet hair, apply a leave-in conditioner, followed by a cream or gel for curl definition. Apply product through small sections of hair using the shingling method. Then, hands off! Allow the hair to air dry totally, then scrunch and mold. It might take some experimentation with products, but once you find what works, you will absolutely love the look of natural carefree hair.
Stretched Styles for All Lengths
Want to showcase that length and reduce shrinkage? Stretched styles are ideal, whether it is 4C hair, whatever the length. The banding method involves sectioning your hair while it’s moist and wrapping each section with elastic bands, right from the root to the tip. Allow it to dry and then take out the bands to reveal a stretched and voluminous hair; you can also try African threading. Such methods can be used for different types of stretched styles or as a base for various looks.
Braided Crown for Hair from Medium to Long
This braided crown will make you look totally royal while protecting your ends. For this, one needs to have central parting of hair. Make two big braids on both sides of your head, then wrap them around your head and secure with bobby pins. That would look great on medium to long lengths of 4C hair and can be styled up or down, depending on your occasion.
Graded cut styling is widely used for short hair
In the case of 4C hair, with a tapered cut, really rock this shape with some edgy styling. One could use a curl sponge or twist sponge on the longer top section to create defined coils. As for tapered sides, one can either keep it smooth or gently add texture with a small brush. This style is perfect for one who doesn’t want to spend too much time over the comb and curlers but still wants to make a statement with 4C hair.
Conclusion
Voil, my 4C beauties-ten fabulous styling tutorials irrespective of the length of your amazing coils! Remember, successful styling means keeping your hair moisturized and finding products that actually work with your unique texture. And above all, feel free to experiment to find what works best for you. With just a little patience and practice, you will master rocking these styles in a very short time.
Love your beautiful 4C hair and enjoy the many tutorial steps on how to have fun with it. Remember, your natural texture is one to be loved. Your 4C hair can go from sleek for an updo one minute to being wild and free the next. Yes, go ahead and do the styles and strut your stuff confidently. Your hair is the crown that you never take off, so wear it proudly!