Havana Twist Hair Styles You’ll Love to Try
One of the best and most fashionable natural protective hairstyles, Havana twist hair styles are a highly stylish way to go about styling and protecting your natural hair. A low maintenance design with a vast array of styling options, Havana twist styles are a perfect choice for natural hair, hair in transition, or even permed women as they look great with virtually any hair length and texture. What’s more, with the proper maintenance, this style can last for weeks or even months. A highly sought after style for all women on the go, a properly executed Havana twist style will save you time and money all while keeping you looking fabulous with minimal effort.
Nevertheless, no two Havana twist styles are created equal. Whether you prefer long dread-like locks or short, curly, twisty bobs, there is a Havana twist style just perfect for your personal preferences. The following is an overview of the versatility of Havana twist styles, hopefully including one or more that you’ll love enough to try and keep!
What Hair to Wear?
The easiest way to create a Havana twist style is by beginning with a clean, dry head of hair. The extension is then twisted into your natural hair to create the illusion of long twists flowing from your own scalp. Next, depending on the stylist’s and/or the person wearing the twists’ preference, there are a few hair options. The first and most obvious option being Havana twist hair. A soft, highly textured extension option, this man-made hair fiber is both long lasting and reusable. Depending on the desired length and thickness, it takes approximately 5-7 packs of hair to achieve any Havana twist hair style. Either way, Havana hair is the best option as it offers a full, fluffy, natural looking lock that wears and endures well.
On the flip side, Marley twist hair is an acceptable, cheaper option for those seeking to save a bit of cash or simply, a more lustrous hair texture. Shinier and thinner, in order to achieve a Havana twist hair style using this type of hair, the stylist must use more hair in order for the twists to appear fuller. What’s more, Marley twist hair is typically more readily available in stores than Havana twist hair. For an in-depth Havana twist tutorial, click here!
Lastly, an easier way to achieve this style is by simply crocheting the twists in. Using pre-twisted jumbo Havana hair, you simply cornrow the hair and secure the braids with the help of a specialized crochet needle. This style is easy as it removes the guess work in terms of how much hair to use per twist, as well as the need to twist the hair. However, it also limits the stylists ability to switch is up and create a unique style. For an in-depth tutorial on how to achieve this style, click here!
Styles to Try
As aforementioned, there is an almost endless amount of methods to go about styling your Havana twists. If you’re feeling a bit stuck on ideas or just tired of the sam old style, try a few of the following hairstyles and see if they work for you.
Poetic Justice
One of the simplest and most well-known styles, wearing your long twists with a part in the middle or on either side of the head is an excellent way to sport Havana twists. Nicknamed “Poetic Justice” due to how Janet notoriously slayed this style in the movie bearing the same name, this is a great way to style your hair to wear any time, any place. (You know, in order to do it justice.) Recognized more for the girth of the braids than the particular style used, you can also rock this style with a high ponytail or wrapped with an elastic turban wrap as these were the styles primarily worn in the film.
The Havana Bun
Another excellent style is the Havana bun. Achieved by simply twisting your twists into a bun and securing them with either bobby pins or an elastic band, this sophisticated style will keep you looking regal and chic one photo at a time.
Color Pop!
Color can sometimes be controversial with dealing with the matter of natural hair. Nevertheless, another way to make your Havana twists stand out is to add a bit of color to your twists. Whether you want to keep it neutral and classy or funk it up with some wild, vibrant colors, your Havana twists will certainly be the life of the party when you opt for colorful Havana twist hair. For more info on coloring your natural hair, click here!
Havana Twists Over Locks
For those who have dreadlocks and may be seeking to switch it up, not to worry, there are even ways to Havana twist your dreaded hair! Whether you want to crochet them in or install the extensions lock by lock, check out these tutorials and find out which style is best for you!
Flat Twists
A great way to style Havana twists, flat twists are cute, chic, versatile, and typically faster and easier to install and remove. A great style to wear everywhere from work to the supermarket, give this style a try for an awesome addition to your hairstyle catalog!
Havana Twist-Hawk
Created by either flat twisting or cornrowing the hair towards the middle of the head, the Havana twist hair is then added to the middle of the hair in order to create the twist-hawk. A great style for day dates or a night out, try this style when you need a semi-simple change!
Havana Twist Bob
A great twist on this twist style, by cutting your Havana hair in half, you can create this youthful bob. A fresh take on this style, you can even add a bit of color to make it pop even more!
Overall, now that you have the basics and an array of styles to try get busy attempting these hairdos. Although they certainly take a bit more effort than styling your natural hair without the usage of extensions, the results are often epic and long-lasting. No matter which style you choose, just be sure to use a good oil or leave-in while installing them, oil them daily, and tie them down with a scarf nightly for safe keeping.
