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Photo credit: Delmaine Donson
Bantu knots are a traditional African hairstyle that involves twisting small sections of hair and then knotting them to create a spiral pattern. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial on how to create Bantu knots:
- Start with clean, detangled hair that is either damp or dry. If your hair is damp, apply a leave-in conditioner or styling product to help with hold and definition.
- Part your hair into small sections, about 1-2 inches wide. You can use a rat-tail comb or your fingers to create the sections.
- Twist each section of hair tightly, starting at the roots and working your way down to the ends. The tighter you twist the hair, the tighter the knots will be.
- Once you’ve twisted the section of hair, wrap it around itself to form a knot. Make sure to tuck the ends of the hair into the knot to secure it in place.
- Repeat the process with all sections of hair, making sure to keep the knots as tight as possible.
- Once all the sections of hair have been knotted, you can add more styling product to your hair to help with hold and shine.
- Leave the knots in overnight or for at least a few hours to allow them to set.
- Once you’re ready to take out the knots, gently unravel each one and use your fingers to separate the curls.
- Style your hair as desired, and enjoy your Bantu knots!
Note: Bantu knots hairstyle can be done on all natural hair types. But it is important to use a good quality of hair care product to keep your hair healthy.