5 Ways to Achieve the Perfect Afro

It is becoming that time of year when many naturals want to wear their hair loose and big. For those who want to rock the big, stretched afro, there are a number of ways to achieve the look.  Here are just a few ways:

1. Wash-n-go then Diffuse

Starting from a wash-n-go is probably the easiest method, especially if your hair can handle it.  This lady does just that but with the added step of diffusing the front of her hair for extra stretch.  Check out the video to see what I mean.

2. Banded Old Wash-n-go

In this video, we have another stretched wash-n-go but using another method – banding for stretch.  Another difference from the previous tutorial is that she starts from an old wash-n-go.  Watch her step-by-step demonstration.

3. Bantu Knots to ‘Fro

Wash-n-gos are not the only way to achieve a ‘fro.  In the above video, this lady uses bantu knots for just enough stretch to still maintain the afro texture.  Check out her tutorial.

4. Big Twists on Dry Hair to ‘Fro

Big twists on dry textured hair are another way to achieve that perfect stretched afro.  Though this lady starts from an old wash-n-go, you can just as easily start from your natural curls, coils, or kinks OR an old braid-out or twist-out.

5. Big Braids to ‘Fro

Lastly, you can also get creative, like this lady, and use big braids to achieve a stretched ‘fro.  This method might be ideal for those whose ends might tangle too easily in the previous videos.

How to Maintain Your Afro Hair Style

Love them or hate them, afros have become quite trendy in recent times- giving those with natural hair something to be proud of! However, growing and maintaining an afro is not always an easy task. It requires quite a lot of work and patience as an afro has a fragile texture. In this post, we give you some tips on growing that afro and keeping it looking healthy.

Growing your curls:

Growing the perfect afro is all about maximum curls, of course. Therefore, you need to be prepared to grow your curly hair. There are different types of curly hair, so depending on your hair type, you will need to grow your curls to at least medium length. This may require some patience.

Grooming:

Even though it is important to grow those curls, you will also need to trim it correctly, as well as use your fingers to puff it out. If you are opting for an afro which is very ‘poofy’ and stands away from the head, then it is better to not use a comb. You need to make sure that your hair is the same length all around, so give it a good trim before you let it all grow. It is also not necessary to wash your hair too often as constant washing can cause afro hair to become dry and brittle.

Keeping your afro moisturized:

African hair is generally very prone to drying out and becoming brittle, so it is very important to keep those curly locks ultra moisturized! This will nourish and moisturize your afro hair, keeping it looking great.

Wrap your head before bed:

A useful tip when it comes to looking after that afro, is to wrap your hair with a silk scarf before you go to bed. This helps prevent tangles and damage to your afro hair whilst keeping in the moisture..

Detangling afro hair:

Once that afro starts growing tall, you may find it getting a little tangled. After all, that is what tends to happen with so many curls! You can use a pick to detangle your hair, so it doesn’t become messy.

Whether you are a guy, wanting to grow a big afro which stands out in a crowd, or you are a lady who is looking to grow your afro hair to a longer length, we hope that these tips have helped!

The best product to use is Hair Detangler Spray