Hairstyle ideas are never in short supply (thanks, YouTube), but we’re admittedly lazy when it comes to trying new looks. On most days, especially during the winter season, it’s much easier to throw on a wrap instead of attempting a twist-out. So, we settle into a hair rut that becomes hard to escape.
The natural hair community is particularly oversaturated with tutorials and how-to’s, and although we love the never-ending inspo, it can feel overwhelming at the same time. So, in an attempt to save you some time and frustration, we’ve gathered looks that cover the gamut of texture and length. Better yet, you won’t need a flat iron or blow dryer to pull any of these off.
Whether you want large an in charge hair, have a teeny weeny afro, wash-and-go curls or simply want a cute, protective style, we guarantee you’ll screenshot at least one to try later. Take your pick, ahead!
A version of this article was originally published in November 2017.
Ear-Length
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Chin-Length
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Low Poof
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Up-Tied
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Teeny Bangs
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Tiny Tendrils
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Teeny Rows
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Go Blue
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Voluminous Twists
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Jumbo Twists
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Red Hot Curls
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Braided Locs
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Orange Twists
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Chestnut TWA
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Electric Blue Fade
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Curly Bob
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Side Swept Updo
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Poofy Pigtails
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Pineapple Style
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Half-Up, Half-Down
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Ombre Curls
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Waist-Length Twists
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Straight Back Cornrows
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Teeny Weeny Afro
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Tendril Curls
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Va-Va-Volume
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Curly Mohawk
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Blonde Ambition
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Wet and Wavy
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Slicked Back
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Wash and Go Curls
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Braided Updo
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Kinky Twists
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Curly Pixie
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Curly Bangs
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Kinky Mohawk
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Loose Curls
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Kinky Afro
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Messy Bun
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High Top Fade
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Luscious Locs
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Classic Pixie
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Accessorized Waves
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Asymmetrical Locs
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Burgundy Coils
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Pillow Soft TWA
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Styled Box Braids
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Auburn Buzz Cut
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Thick Coils
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Messy Updo
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Brightly Colored Cuts
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Bedazzled Braid
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Poofy Pony
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Honey Blonde Locks
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Hot Pink Bob
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Side Swept Braids
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White Hot Buzz Cut
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Awesome Afro
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