Twa Love

Hey Guys!!

Today I will be addressing Twa’s. For those who may be unfamiliar with the term twa stands for teeny weeny Afro. Every time I look at my feed on instagram or Google the term natural hair all I see are beautiful women with huge afros clearly years into their journeys. And I’m not hating (maybe just a little haha) but can we show a little more love to the girls who have just started  their journey? Long hair can be styled various ways, but for us girls with twa’s our options are limited.

Ladies do you have a twa and are unsure what to do with it here’s some options for you to consider:

Coil Out:

This style can be achieved by using a comb or your fingers. I will explain both below:

Comb Styling:

What you will need:

• Rattail comb
• Your favorite styling pudding/pomade (ex. Shea moisture curl enhancing smoothie, Elasta QP olive oil mango butter moisturizer, Darcy’s botanical organic coconut & aloe moisture pudding)
• Your favorite oil or butter (ex.jojoba oil, coconut oil, shea butter)
• Shampoo
• Leave in conditioner
• Hair Clips/ Clamps

1. Start on clean hair

Make sure your hair is freshly washed and conditioned. Or just condition some prefer a good co-wash before doing these. Apply a good amount of leave in conditioner ( I recommend Giovanni direct leave in) You want to let your hair dry a good 50-75%. This style is best done on damp hair.

2. Sectioning your hair

Begin to section your hair and use clamps or clips to hold back the other sections of your hair. This helps to make it a neater process. And the rest of your hair won't be in the way.

3. Using your rattail comb separate pieces of your hair

You should do this according to the size you want your coils to be. A smaller section would typically be about a quarter of inch. A larger coil will be about an square inch.

4. Add your styling product

Take a section of your hair and apply your favorite styling product from root to tip.

5.  Twist and Pull

Starting close to your scalp gently pull the comb through your hair and slowly roll the comb around. Pull down slightly as you twist the comb; this creates the coil itself. Take your time until you get the hang of it or you could tangle the hair. Continue twisting the comb until you get through the ends. Repeat the process across your entire head.

6. If you’re using you’re using your fingers

you want to begin by combing through the ends then begin twisting the hair and rolling it around your index finger. You want the coil to be tight at the scalp. Smooth between your fingers as you you reach the end of the coil. Using your thumb and index fingers twist the ends. Repeat the process across your entire head.

7. Ready for the coil out

When your done coiling your head completely. Next you want to separate the individual coils into smaller sections.

8. Prevent frizz

To help prevent frizz add a tiny bit of oil on your hands while pulling your coils apart. Gently stretching the coil down will make it easier to find the natural separations in your hair. Smooth the little coils through the ends and give it a little twirl on your finger.  

Maintaining your coil out:

Tie a satin scarf or bonnet on at bedtime to protect the coils and keep them fresh. You can refresh the coils in the morning with either a spritz of water, or leave in conditioner.

Twist Outs:

There are different ways to do this you can either choose to do it on dry or wet hair but the process is basically taking two strands of hair and twisting them around each other.

Flat Twist:

Flat twist can be done in various styles. It’s almost like braiding except your twisting on your scalp instead. Below you will find a picture of how they often look and a Youtube tutorial by username: shesacutey  

http://youtu.be/Oyz7vKc0cM8

Parts

Parts are a fun way to wear your budding fro. You can choose to part your hair with a comb. Or have your barber cut a part in your hair. either way is a gorgeous look

Puffs

The simplest way to explain the how to on this hairstyle is to simply push your hair to the crown of your head. You can hold your hair up by using a thin band or a thin piece of fabric.

Fro-hawks (Or Mohawk I prefer to call it Fro-hawk)

My favorite style! It’s as simple as pinning your sides back quick and effortless!

Rods

I get stopped on the street all the time and asked how I style my hair. My answer Rods. That’s all I have been using from the moment my hair actually grew long enough to use them! ha. You can buy them from your local beauty supply and they come in a variety of sizes and colors.

Bows/ Bandanas/Flowers

Want to spice up your look try a bow or a bandana!

Turbans/ Bandeau Knots

These are a great way to accessorize your outfit or hide a bad hair day!

Makeup and accessories

This isn't exactly a way to style your hair but it’s a great way to make your hair stand out more.

Welp there you have it ladies! to all you big choppers! and 1-11 month growers! I hope I have gave you more options to think about. I myself will try some of these too. Even though i’m stuck in the comfort of my “to go” the fro-hawk I as well as any other twa’er should at least give these other methods the benefit of saying we tried them. Thanks for reading friends.

Love always,

Sabrina Renee