Five years ago, “going natural” generally meant endless wash days and jars of coconut oil. Protective styling typically meant braids and marley twists. Wearing virgin hair extensions felt like a departure from the greater community of natural women proudly embracing their Koils, Kurls, and Kinks. At Heat Free Hair, we wanted to counter that guilt by creating hair extensions that complimented the many phases of natural hair. We wanted women of color to know that the enhancement of their hair didn’t mean that they disapproved of their own unique texture. Their stories and ours are what inspired the looks below.
Here are 3 protective styles for every texture and transition on your natural hair journey:
1. Day & Night Bun: Faux Updo With Clip-Ins
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For the busy woman who loves an updo in the many spaces she occupies.
Products used:
– For Koils Ultra-Full Drawstring Ponytail
How to Get This Look:
You can achieve this style by molding your hair into a high bun. Attach your clip-ins and wrap it around to create a full textured bun. For the full faux bang look, attach your clip-ins to the front of your bun. After securing your clips, you’re all set! A quick and easy way to elevate your look for work or leisure.
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2. Girls Just Wanna Have Kurls: Curl Wanded Wefted Hair
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Lover of life, creative maven, and personal therapist to everyone in sight. These Kurls are for you!
Products used:
– 3 Bundles of For Koils 24” Wefted Hair ( this style can also be achieved with For Kurls wefted hair)
How to Get This Look:
Wash and install the For Koils or For Kurls wefted hair. Stretch the hair by blow drying and curl wanding it. Finger comb through each section for added volume, and you’ll be left with free-flowing, voluminous curls!
Video: Heat Free Hair
3. Baby Hairs & Afros: Sleek Afro-Puff
For the naturally put together who love their baby hairs and afro no matter the occasion.
Photo: Heat Free Hair
Products used:
– For Kinks 12” Ultra Full Ponytail
How to Get This Look
Slick your hair up into a high top knot bun. Before attaching your drawstring ponytail, fluff it to your fro’s content. After achieving your desired volume, attach the ponytail, and secure your slay.
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