I simply love yarn twists but I’m not that creative when it comes to yarn twist styles. Main reason for that is because I usually put in yarn twist when I’m tired to doing my hair and need a break. However, there are times when I’m at work or doing something and need to get them out of my face. There are also times I’m about to step out and want something simple but not so plain. Here are 4 quick and easy yarn twist styles I like to do on those occasions:

Style #1 - The Roll Under

Style #2 - The Roll Over

Style #3 - Three Part Harmony

Style #4 - The Updo

See video below for step-by-step instructions on how I created these styles:

Here is another method I use to create a low puff on my hair. My hair is so thick that I cannot just brush it back and put it in a low puff, I have to use alternative methods. This is just one of three methods. The first method was demonstrated in a previous video: Creating a Low Puff on Thick Hair.

Products Used:
- 100% Aloe Vera Gel (rubbed on hair after washing and conditioning)
- Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Hold & Shine Moisture Mist (to help my fuzzy hair lay down)
- Wrap Scarf (to tie puffs together)
- Goodie Bands (to hold puffs)
- Second Wrap Scarf (to temporarily tie down front of hair)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

I wanted to try something new for the New Year. So, I two-strand flat twisted one side of my hair and did single two strand twists on the other side. Here are the results.

I washed and conditioned my hair with Suave Naturals Tropical Coconut Shampoo & Conditioner. Then, I pat dry and add Bronner Bros Moisturizing Growth Lotion Hair Strengthener. Finally, I detangle and style my hair. I applied Softee Indian Hemp to my scalp and ORS Smooth-n-Hold Pudding on my ends.

See video below for step-by-step instructions on how I created this style:

I’ll always be a Cali girl in my heart, so I’m pleased to present a  former classmate and friend of mine that I’ve known since I was a tiny 3rd grader.  I am so pleased to present Myesha, representing the Golden State. By the way, she’s also the first of hopefully many to be featured, showing off a set of gorgeous locks (or insta-dreads, as she calls them). Please give her a warm welcome:

This video shows my technique for a braid-out mid-wear re-braid. I sometimes wear my braid-outs for up to four weeks. However, there are times when I want to give my braid-outs a “fresh” look. That is when I do a re-braid.

Also, I have a big surprise at the end of the video…our new Natural-ness Knit Satin lined hats.

I wanted to post an update of the braid-out that I posted a few days ago (seen here).  Here are pictures of the same braid-out, a week later.  To maintain the style, I just spritzed my hair with a water and leave-in conditioner mist (when needed) and put on my satin cap.  In the morning I re-fluffed and went about my business.

I don’t have much to say about the style.  I do get asked how I manage to keep my braid-outs for so long.  In my case, I often keep my hair braided up for a few days in order to get the most definition.

I have also noticed that my braid-outs look better when done on hair that has not been freshly shampooed.  If I want a “banging” braid-out…I wear my hair in a braid-out for a few weeks, then I rebraid it without re-washing it (video on my Mid-Wear rebraid technique coming in my next post).

“Oh…but isn’t your hair…*gasp* dirty when you do that?”  My answer…not really.  I do not use a whole lot of product in my hair, so there’s no build-up on my hair or scalp.  “Does your scalp itch after a few weeks?”  My answer…not really.  Not any more than it did when I was shampooing my hair every day or every week.

I have to say that I love the fullness that a braid-out takes on after being worn for a while.  I get the most compliments on my two week braid-outs.

Last view of my cornrow braid-out.  I ended up wearing this braid-out for at least another week before shampooing my hair and restyling.

Below are pictures and an older video that I’m just now getting around to posting (forgive me ).  It’s a simple braid-out created using cornrows, which gives the hair a nice texture all the way to the roots (scroll down for video).

Before removing my braids for a braid-out, I also make sure to rub coconut oil on my braids.  This gives my braid-outs a nice shine.

I usually just do a regular braid when styling my hair for a braid-out.  In this case, I decided to try cornrows instead.

Using cornrows for a braid-out, creates texture all the way to the roots.  When I use regular braids, I notice that the roots of my hair is usually not textured.

In addition to the coconut oil, I also used products from Kinky Pride for this braid-out.

Below is a video of me removing the cornrows and styling my hair into this braid-out:

Our second Global Natural-ness feature for the month!  Please meet Shaz with a set of lovely two-strand twists:

Name:
Shaz

What country do you live in?
Namibia

How long have you been natural?
5 months

In America, being natural is seen by mainstream culture as rebellious
or unaccepted. Is it the same in your country, or are people more
accepting of natural hair/beauty?
People tend to follow the Western ideal of beauty more religiously
here,but more people are changing their minds about natural hair.

Additional comments regarding your natural hair:
I never thought I would be able to rock my hair natural,and this is
despite having had natural hair during my late teens.I find my natural
hair to have awakened my creativity towards my hair styling and I
love it!

Want to be featured on the site?

I am still looking for submissions to Rep Your State  (for those living in the United States) , Global Naturals (for those living outside of the United States), New Naturals (natural for one year or less)  as well as Natural-ness: Style Share.  Click here to submit your info for one or more of these features: Be a part of Natural-ness

Don’t have a lot of time?  Just want to submit one picture?  Feel free to submit to our Quick Pic feature.  Don’t forget to leave a caption for your picture!  If you would rather not use the form, please email your responses directly to diego2memphis@cbpublish.com

I’m pleased to present another lovely new natural.  Please meet Tia and be sure to check out her video below where she documents her 18 month transition:

Name:
Tia

Date of Last Relaxer:
01/11/10

Length of Transition:
about 18 months

Date of BC:
07/24/11

Favorite Style:
Twist out puff

Current Routine:
I wash my hair in sections every two weeks with a Giovanni Tea Tree
Shampoo. I then deep condition my hair with a combination of half
yogurt and half Jessicurl Deep Conditioning Treatment for 2-4 hours
without heat. As a leave-in conditioner I use half Kinky Curly Knot
Today and half Aloe Vera gel, then I seal with shea butter. I normally
put my hair in 12 twists and wear a twist out for a style. I retwist
my hair in between washes a week later.

Web, blog, youtube or fotki link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd-mTTstfRw&list=PL94A73646FFCEDD16&index=1&feature=plpp_video

Want to be featured on the site?

I am still looking for submissions to Rep Your State  (for those living in the United States) , Global Naturals (for those living outside of the United States), New Naturals (natural for one year or less)  as well as Natural-ness: Style Share.  Click here to submit your info for one or more of these features: Be a part of Natural-ness

Don’t have a lot of time?  Just want to submit one picture?  Feel free to submit to our Quick Pic feature.  Don’t forget to leave a caption for your picture!  If you would rather not use the form, please email your responses directly to diego2memphis@cbpublish.com

Please welcome Inesa of 4CNaturalHair who was kind enough to share her tips for shampooing and maintaining kinky twists!

Haaaaaay! I am just loving these Kinky twists. I thought that I already knew how to wash and care for my kinky hair in this protective style, but after doing a little research, I was wrong.