Natural Hair Bun: Using Tuck & Pin Method

As you all know, I struggle with protective styles. For some reason, I just LOVE wearing my hair big. I decided to challenge myself; by wearing, the ends tucked away more for a month (Got to start small)! Last night I washed my hair using WEN, and then I twisted it. Put my satin bonnet on, and went to sleep. I woke up this morning and my twist looked a HOT MESS(IMO). Not as fresh as the night before.

After starring at my hair in the mirror for 10 minutes in disbelief, preparing my mind for a bad hair day, I decided to take a deep breath and figured something else out. I unraveled the twist, brushed out the curls and prepared my hair for a puff. I then used my tuck and pin method for a secure bun! 

Its similar to the cinnabon, but not as many knots. This style took less than 5 minutes and I can wear it for a few days without much manipulation. I plan to play with it by wearing flowers, hair scarves/wraps, and other accessories. 

 

~Nappibutterfli~

Protective Style: Twist, Tuck & Roll

This is a easy, fun protective style. Its called "Twist, Roll & Tuck".

1). Twist a few strands of hair together
2). Roll the ends of twist
3). Tuck the roll
4). Secure with a bobby pin

Accessories can also be added for more of a style!!


~Nappibutterfli~

Protective Style: Twist, Tuck & Pin

I couldnt sleep last night thinking about protective styles. So of course, that was the first thing on my mind this morning. Many naturalista say that protective styles are good during the winter months, especially due to harsh winds. I cant say that I agree or disagree. Since going natural (September 2009), I’ve struggled with protective styles. I wear my hair out 90% of the time. Usually a braid out or twist out. Luckily I haven’t noticed much breakage, but I wonder if Id have more growth.

My reason for not liking protective styles may vary from others. Most of the styles used to protect the hair are pulled back, so that the ends are put away. Since I have a big head (Yes I know it), I feel like my hair should blend with it...LOL, I know silly. So when my hair is big, I feel extra FABULOUS!! I’ve had many trail and errors with protective styles....I dont wear my two strand twist no longer than 3 days. I once tried a sew-in, which lasted all of 23 hours, had individual braids (3 weeks, but could of lasted 6).....with that being said, I felt the need to challenge myself this winter by experimenting with other methods of protecting my ends.

I decided to blow my hair out (using a protective serum), then I twisted the ends using pumpkin pomade by Amazing Botanical, tuck the ends after rolling the twist up, secured with a body pin. I left two strands (curly swirls) out on the sides to give it more of a style. Im loving the results. Let’s see how long I can leave it up!!  Chime in with feedback!!!

The Ugh of Protective Styles

Im not sure about others, but I personally struggle with protective styles. Since the beginning of my journey Ive had "Hands in Head" syndrome. I know sad, but true!! I decided to set small goals vs. big ones. For example instead of saying Im going to leave my twist in for 2-3 weeks, I going to try 1 week. Tomorrow Im planning to corn row(in some creative style) my hair.....Wish me luck!! I will be sure to post pics!!

Love, Peace and Nappiness