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Home • News

Black Hairstyles for Spring

By Essence · Updated October 30, 2020
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Spring Fling

Get ready to ride the waves with trendy tresses that will get you in the mix of spring
By Crystal I. Cunningham

Color Code
Spring in the season with bold luscious hues of vibrant streaky red, purple or even electric pink. Play up stands with temporary hair color by Streekers Instant Liquid HairColor.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Berry Behrendt
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Bobbed and Hued

Put a spin on the traditional bob by warming up strands with lighter hues of rich browns. Apply Wella Professionals Color Preserve Seal & Shine Drops to add luster.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Berry Behrendt
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Short and Sweet

Curls are always fun in full bloom. Get these soft, flowy strands by curling the hair and using a large I/M Nylon Paddle Brush to loosen the curls and smooth the hair into bouncy waves.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Chris Militscher
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High Top Diva

Spring is in the hair with this sophisticated updo. To maintain this style, apply a lightweight holding spray such as Silk Elements Styling Spritz.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Peter Koval
05
Up Right

Sweet as candy and undeniably chic, maintain natural texture by using Miss Jessie’s Curly Pudding.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
David Roemer
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Pompadour Pretty

Whimsical and dreamy, create a pretty updo for any occasion. To get this doubled-knotted look, part hair from ear to ear and use add-ons to form two ponytails. Then, roll the top of the hair horizontally while the nape knot is coiled and wrapped vertically. Secure with bobby pins to hold in place. Spritz on Aveda Air Control Hair Spray for shine.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Philippe Salomon
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Sunny Girl

Revive dark strands with subtle hints of cherry red this season. Spice up those curly hues with Coloresse Curl Creme for long-lasting definition and style.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Berry Behrendt
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Pony Love

Red fox ready and simply chic, tint those tresses with a burst of fire hydrant red to turn up the heat. Maintain color by applying Tresemmé ColorThrive Brunette & Shampoo.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Berry Behrendt
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Luxurious Waves

Look young and fun with long, soft, flirty curls. To get this style, part hair in the middle and curl strands with a Remington Curling Iron, mixing medium and large curls. Then, run your fingers through the hair to loosen the curl and soften into waves. Polish off the look with Joico K-Pak Protect & Shine Serum for optimal shine.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Chris Kolk
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Sideswept

Get sideswept and go out with a bang with this fun, sassy, loose curly bob. To achieve this look, add clip-on human extensions, roller-set crown and bangs with medium-size rollers, using KeraCare Setting Lotion. Once hair is dry, remove rollers and fluff curls with fingers.

Black Hairstyles for Spring
Fernando Milani