Summer is here! Below are 5 great styles for curly girls that hold up in the heat. Use these styles to show just how cool you are even when it's hot outside.
1. Twistout
Go for defined curls this summer with a twistout. Twistouts give your hair beautiful body, bounce, and shine. I love setting my twistouts overnight for truly carefree styling. Take them out in the morning, fluff, and go! Add a headband or pin some pieces back to change up the style. Twistouts can serve as the canvas to a masterpiece or the whole work of art.
2. Bantu Knot Out
Bigger and better! Bantu knots offer super fluffy, defined curls. Bantu knots are a more challenging style for many, but with practice, the results are worth it. This tutorial showed me the proper way to set my knots for beautiful bouncy curls. I love wearing bantu knot-outs for formal occasions. Wear the knots intact for a more edgy, afro-centric style.
They look especially great on a blowout, giving a little order and life to a potentially frizzy mess.
3. Braid Out with Braided Crown
Big hair, don't care! Fluffy, loose waves and a braided crown to hold it all together. Perfect for a party. Braid outs work great on looser curl types and blowouts. They give you big hair without turning into a lion's mane. This style can be dressed up for a fun formal style or stay casual. The possibilities are endless!
4. Buns
Buns are great for all occasions. We often resort to buns and ponytails when we don't feel like doing our hair, it never hurts to have some fun with them. Details really make the style. Adding small braids, twists, and face framing pieces give simple buns some flair. This video shows five fun styles, perfect for 100 degree days.
5. Crown Braids/Twists
Forget invisible crowns, try a crown braid! This super simple style keeps the hair off of your neck and cements your place as the regal authority. This style can be done using braids (cornrows) or twists and is easily accessorized. Try ribbons, clips, pins, or like MiniMarley, use a cute headband to accentuate your style. This is another great style for formal events. Try adding in braiding hair for a fuller, fluffier look or if you're up for a challenge.
For your curls to look their best, it is essential to use good moisturizers and gels to define your curls. My favorite is the ORS Smooth N' Hold Pudding. It serves double duty as both a moisturizer and a gel but holds without making your curls crunchy. Another popular choice is Ecostyler Gel. Experiment with available products to see what works best for you!
