Read on for what they had to say.

Meet the Experts

What Are Twist-Outs?

Simply put, atwist-outinvolves unraveling twists to achieve gorgeous waves.

The actor Yara Shahidi with twisted out hair

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Single-strand or two-strand Bantu knots or flat twists are placed all throughout damp hair, Adesanya says.

Giving hair enough time to dry is important when creating this style.

The Pros and Cons of Twist-Outs

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What Are Braid-Outs?

The braid-out technique involves unraveling braided strands [created with] three strands of hair, Adesanya says.

Braid-outs enhance the look of natural hair by securing thecurl patternwhich gives waves definition."

Attempting a twist-out on hair with product build-up just wont work, she says.

Braid-outs and twist-outs should be set with a curl creme or gel.

Its important to find a style that can work for your hair and help it reach its full potential.