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Natural

By · Updated October 30, 2020
01
Afro-Disiac

This voluminous Angela Davis iconic fro gives plenty of texture with light breezy curls. Play up the texture by setting your hair in the curl pattern you prefer. Dab fingertips with Ion Curl Solutions Curl Defining Hair Shaping Cream for definition and shine.

Natural
Ondrea Barbe
02
Micro Coils

This natural will stand up to sweltering heat even when you can’t. Brush hair back on one side and secure with large bobby pins or a ponytail holder. A hairdressing like PhytoSpecific Moisturizing Styling Balm will keep sides smooth.

Natural
Paul Sunday
03
Neo Puffs

This descendant of 1970’s-era Afro puffs is pretty fierce. Apply L’Oreal Nature’s Therapy Perfect Curls from the roots to ends on wet hair before drying it with a diffuser. Use Redken Water Wax 03 Shine Defining Pomade at the crown to manage frizz.

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Ondrea Barbe
04
Smooth Move

Whether you take a dip in the pool or sweat it out at the gym, this do will never let you down. To keep the look smooth and fuss-free, always use a lightweight gel like Redken Solid Water Wet Set Gel.

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Ondrea Barbe
05
Blunt ‘Fro

This update ’fro has graduated layers blown dry fir maximum volume and bangs for added softness. To keep it sleek, before blow-drying use Aveda Hang Straightening Lotion, which protects during heat styling.

Natural
Ondrea Barbe
06
Micro Coils

This close crop has attitude. take your basic short ’fro to the limit by creating gorgeous coils with a rat-tail comb and Aveda Brilliant Anti-Humectant Pomade.

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Ondrea Barbe
07
Keep It Short

Keep your hair in picture-perfect shape with a short do that allows you to shake, finger-style and go. To get this look, saturate wet hair with Paul Mitchell Foaming Pomade, which gives a great curl pattern without leaving a hard finish.

Natural
Ondrea Barbe
08
Flat Top

The new twist here is the side part, with its loose, asymmetrical accent. To achieve this ultracool elevation, pick the hair out on the right side more than the left. Use Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural Intensive Oil Sheen Spray and its Daily Oil Cream Moisturizer for hydration and shine.

Natural
Ondrea Barbe
09
Fab ‘Fro

Give your curls a sexy boost with the right mix of products and some finger styling. For style control, apply an equal mixture of Kerastase Nutrtuve Creme Elasto-Curl and Aestalance Hair Revitalizer Balm throughout.

Natural
Ondrea Barbe
10
Work a Caesar

Tired of fighting with your hair? Cut it all off! Maintain your style by getting a cut once a month. Like this hue? Try Clairol Textures & Tones in Honey Blonde.

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Fernando Milani
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