In this tutorial I show you how I restyle my three-day-old wash-n-go with a flat twist-out. In the years that I have been natural, I have only attempted this style a couple times. Why? Because, for me, the effort was not worth it since I wasn’t getting results I truly liked. It dawned on me that it was the types of products I was using that caused my hair to be too heavy and oily. So, I gave it another try with a lightweight foam and a little steam, and I love it!
Products and tools:
- Q-Redew Handheld Hair Steamer – This steamer makes re-styling easy by adding moisture to the hair so it is more pliable and can be detangled without pullout.
- Aveda Phomollient Styling Foam – This foam has organic honey, burdock and marshmellow root which work together to create weightless volume while adding shine, without build-up. It’s perfect for repurposing styles or setting them wet with rollers, rods, bantu knots, twists…just about any style!
- Aveda Dry Remedy Daily Moisturizing Oil – This oil is 99.9% naturally derived from plants; no petroleum, no minerals or water added. It instantly adds about 40% more moisture to hair and it is silicone-free, so it easily penetrates the hair for lasting hydration. The active ingredient is buriti oil, a natural emollient that strengthens, smooths and protects from UV ray damage. What I love most about this dry oil is that even though it is super hydrating, it is not too “heavy.” Once applied to the hair, it absorbs quickly and without leaving a sticky or greasy film behind.
- Lotta Body Control Me Edge Gel – For me, a good edge tamer holds without being sticky or flaking, and it also doesn’t convert to oil mid day and start oozing down my face. For just under $5, this edge gel moisturizes with coconut and shea and strengthens edges with castor oil all with a nice, sleek, flexible hold. For me, this one stays put it all day, and on days after, I can dab a bit of water to re-fresh and re-slick.
Total time:
Prep time was 45 minutes with overnight dry/setting.
Keep and care:
To preserve this style, you can pineapple at night and secure with a silk or sating scarf. You can also dampen pieces and re-twist the crown section or sides and back (whichever tends to loose shape).
beautiful!
For the “flat twist out” do you wash the hair first! I’m going to start the transition and this style will definitely work. I had very long hair but with the perms and the beautician I lost my healthy hair. Trying to get the healthy back. Thank you and god bless.