As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
As the natural hair movement started to gain traction ten years ago, my client began expressing a desire to embrace their texture. For the first time in our culture, the curls and the kinks we were born with was seen as something beautiful. I wanted to create a way for women to transition using protective styles that didn't require heat or chemical processing. I envisioned a collection with the perfect match for any and every natural texture - one that would celebrate, not conceal, our unique beauty. In 2012, Heat Free Hair was born.
Today, over half a million women around the world have revealed the versatility in all that it means to be natural.
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7 Low Maintenance Protective Styles for Short Natural Hair (TWA Approved)
Colder weather is just around the corner, but layering hats and scarves doesn’t mean you need to say goodbye to your protective styles. Any variation of braids, twists, or locs can make your morning routine much quicker and easier.
While we’re not knocking the silk press – favored by many during the colder, less humid months – a protective style takes less maintenance. If you have short natural hair, don’t feel like you have fewer options. Here are just some of the styles you could adopt to keep your natural hair healthy and protected during the colder months.
Styles That Work Best for Short Lengths (Finger Coils, Flat Twists, Mini Braids)
Shorter hair doesn’t have to mean less versatility. Let’s explore the three most popular styles for short natural hair that will bring you effortless style without the added effort of applying extensions or wigs.
Finger Coils: Clean and detangle your hair, then apply curl-enhancing cream. Section your hair into quadrants, then take a smaller 1-inch section and twirl it around your finger from the root to the tip. Alternate directions between curls – i.e., both towards and away from your face – to make them look natural.
Flat Twists: These are formed in a similar way to cornrows, but with two main strands of hair twisted around each other rather than three. The resulting curls can then be tied up or left loose, giving a lot of versatility.
Mini Braids: If you love mini twists, you’ll love mini braids. They look great on any length of hair and can easily be styled into an updo or left loose – anything you like.
Morning and Nighttime Routines to Preserve Your Style in Under 5 Minutes
Hair maintenance and hydration are just as important when your hair is in a protective style. Keep your scalp hydrated and moisturized, and overnight, consider wearing a silk bonnet. As well as minimizing breakage and frizz, bonnets will help preserve your twists or coils.
Cleanse your hair gently and consistently with sulfate-free shampoo. We’d also recommend using a good scalp-refreshing spray to break down any buildup or dead skin cells on your scalp, without causing any disturbance to your hairstyle.
Hydration Strategies: How to Moisturize Short Hair Inside a Protective Style
Even when it’s inside a protective style, hair – particularly at the coarser end of the scale – still gets thirsty. Moisturize it regularly with leave-in conditioner or hair balm to soothe your scalp, lock in moisture, and soften the ends of your hair (where it dries out the most).
FAQs
How can I Style my Edges Safely?
Your edges are made of fine baby hair, so they need a little extra care and attention. Hair gel and brushing your edges can give you a gorgeously sleek and stylish look, but be sure to give them a break occasionally. And, if you do choose to lay your edges, do it gently; ideally, use your fingers rather than combs or brushes to minimize breakage.
How do I Know When it’s Time to Take Down my Style?
Protective styles shouldn’t be worn for more than a couple of months at a time. Even the lowest tension styles do still put some tension on your scalp, which can lead to breakage (something you particularly want to avoid with short hair). If you’re experiencing scalp pain or headaches, or notice breakage or frizz in your hair, then it’s time to take your hair down. Easy does it: use a detangler and always work from the bottom of your braids or twists to the top.
