Black Hairstyles Gallery

For most African-American women, their hair is the very important and for that their hair must be maintained in a well-kept manner. No matter what type of hairstyle, you have, curly, straight, short hair as an African-American deserve to have the best hair possible. The tips below will show you how this can be done. Hear damage to the hair • Before using a hair straightener, or another heated hair tool, wash and dry your hair thoroughly. If your hair becomes frizzled, do not do it again, as this will damage your hair. • To retain the quality and shine of your hair, instead to using hair straighteners all the time, style your hair with buns, braid outs, and French rolls. This will put less stress on your hair and rest the follicles in your hair. Bedtime Hair Care • Very important: Before you go to bed, wrap or pin your hair up in a scarf. This will protect it from being damaged while in bed. Plus, it keeps your hair smooth. • Before you go to bed, if applicable, unwind your hair to...

"I love the traits that identify me as a black, African woman. I love being a nappy-headed, dark-skinned woman. When someone tells me that I look good or that my hair looks good, it’s a boon to my truest, unaltered self." ~Hamira **All photos are of Hamira's real hair. None are extensions.

"One day, with my little mini-fro, I was riding the lightrail and this older black woman sits in front of me (she looked late 50's-ish). She had the longest, thickest, black hair with threads of silver flowing throughout, going down her back in one single braid. I was breathless... This woman was so serene, solid, and just had this aura about her. From that day, I knew I would be that woman one day." Gem Relaxed Gem Natural