Great ways to style 4c curls

When it comes to curls, it can be really tough to keep yourself from falling into a rut. We often end up wearing the same styles day in and day out. Especially for 4c curls, you might notice you get comfortable with a few styles, and follow along with those. Therefore, it might be time to mix it up! Here are great ways to style 4c curls. Give these suggestions a try, and see if it helps freshen up your look for spring.

Great ways to style 4c curls

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Lady, you are a queen crowned in your curls! Therefore, you’ll want to have an amazing hairstyle to show it off. This braided crown is not only a great protective style, it’s really easy to do. You can flip your curls upside down, and braid back from your face, then tuck the braid’s ends underneath. This look works really well for the office, going to work, or for more formal occasion as well.

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The pineapple isn’t just for bedtime. Not only is this protective style really great for keeping your curls close and safe overnight, it also works really well as a daytime look. Fluff your curls up, and fresh your strands before bending over and letting your curls fall out. Then, gather up your curls on top of your head, and secure in place. You may need to refresh your ends, but arrange your curls as you’d like to get the most lift from your strand. We could see this look working really well beside the pool on a hot summer’s day.

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One of the easiest way to take care of your curls, but to also mix things up, is to try a low, sleek ponytail. You can use a middle or side part, whichever works best for you. Slick your strands back, and then secure them at the nape of your neck. Allow your curls to naturally fluff up, and refresh them as usual. You can use a bit of gel to slick your edges down if you’d like a smooth, polished look, or let your edges go for a softer, more natural look.