Design by Zackary Angeline
When you have natural hair, you know that shrinkage is a package deal.
Luckily, there are several ways to make this wish a reality.
Even better, there are plenty of stretching methods that can be done without the damage of heat.
Design by Zackary Angeline
Ahead, see nine ways to safely stretch your natural hair without heat.
If thats a no-no for you, then a comb out wouldnt be ideal for stretching your hair.
The more you comb your hair, the more it will be stretched.
@putsomerespeckonmyhair
Fewer strokes will allow at least a part of your natural texture to show through.
The longer your hair is in a pineapple, the more substantial your results will be.
When youve gone beyond two buns, you begin entering bantu knot territory.
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Larger sections will create larger curls, while smaller sections will create smaller curls.
Youll be able to see the results for yourself when your hair is fully dried.
Bantu knots generally have a springy bounce to their look.
@kinks2curls
Yeah, it’s possible for you to get that same effect when you braid your natural hair.
Smaller braids that have some tension applied will end up having a tight, Z-shaped curl or wave.
This method is best done on wet hair that can withstand air drying.
@yarashahidi
Gather tufts of hair throughout the length of those ponytails and tie your additional bands around them.
If you’d rather have maximum stretch, you’re free to use more bands.
you might attempt this style when your hair is about 80 percent dry.
@tginatural
This method also has a cultural significance for those who have roots in the African diaspora.
The more your hair sections are wrapped, the more your hair will appear straightened.
The kit comes with 40 Curlformerswhich are essentially soft fabric rollers.
@unknownhair
Air drying your hair will do the rest.
It works in the same way, but instead of curls, you get to unravel loose waves.
Two variants are available for people who are looking to achieve tighter or looser curls.
