Afro hairstyles: 21 photos for short, long, with braids and for weddings

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28 Afro hairstyles: 21 photos for short, long, with braids and for weddings

Check out 21 Afro hairstyle inspirations for short and long hair! (Photo: Instagram @abbiecurls)

You can combine the afro puff with loose braids and add accessories (Photo: Instagram @dhatgirlbecca)

The afro puff with accessories is one of the best afro wedding hairstyles (Photo: Instagram @curlbellaa)

The root braid is one of the most versatile afro hairstyles for curly hair (Photo: Instagram @curlbellaa)

It is possible to make ponytails and several other hairstyles with afro braids (Photo: Instagram @jasmeannnn)

The afro puff is one of the hairstyles for afro hair that can be customized in different ways (Photo: Instagram @hairaconda)

You can use bantu knots to create afro hairstyles with loose hair (Photo: Instagram @goldynaps)

The feminine mohawk is among the favorite afro wedding hairstyles for short hair (Photo: instagram @imadamejay)

Looking for short afro hairstyles? See how the micro braids value the wires (Photo: Instagram @dhatgirlbecca)

The high bun is one of the hairstyles with afro braids that are easy to do on a daily basis (Photo: Instagram @mini_marley)

You can use micro braids to customize different hairstyles for short afro hair (Photo: Instagram @imadamejay)

Check out three finishers to fix your afro hairstyles (Photo: Instagram @curlbellaa)

Do you have 4a, 4b or 4c hair? We have 21 afro hairstyle inspirations that you will love! We gathered models for short and long hair, hairstyles with afro braids and also options for weddings and parties. At the end of the article, you will also find tips on our favorite finishers for curly hair. Check out!

Afro hairstyles with braids work on hair of different lengths

Afro hairstyles with braids are true wildcards. That's because most braid models can be done in locks of all lengths, including short hair. One of the inspirations we chose is this hairstyle with a root braid (or nagô braid) in loose hair, a super delicate look.

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Another inspiration is this bun with a root braid, a good bet for hot days or when you need a protective hairstyle that will last several days. Both looks can be worn on a wide range of occasions, so they are perfect for divas who have several appointments during the week.

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Hairstyles with afro braids: buns and ponytails make the look more stylish

Do you use box braids, crochet braids or gypsy braids? We have some afro braid hairstyle ideas to make your look even more stylish. You can bet on very high buns, using the braid material itself to secure them.

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Another inspiration is the half-up hairstyle, where you can apply the same technique or use a stylish scrunchie or scarf to secure the braids. Afro braids can also be styled into high or low ponytails with the same accessories. Add metal rings or accessories of your choice to give the look more personality.

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Afro wedding hairstyles: bet on voluminous afro puffs and mohawks with accessories

The afro puff is one of the best hairstyles for afro hair. And if you're looking for ideas to use at weddings - either as a maid of honor or a guest - he's a great bet. The secret to making the hairstyle more sophisticated is to leave the roots well polished and make a side parting as in the inspiration below. You can also split the strands in half if you prefer. To finish off the look, bet on accessories that match your wedding look.

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The female mohawk is one of the best hairstyles for short afro hair for weddings, and it can also be done on medium hair. This styling consists of using bobby pins to centralize the locks in the middle of the head - hence the name mohawk.

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Short afro hairstyles: bantu knots and micro braids enhance strands with little length

When it comes to short hair, the more delicate the hairstyle, the better. That's why we brought you two inspirations that are simple, but very stylish for short hair. The first is the bantu knots, an African hairstyle consisting of several little buns distributed throughout the head. The secret to this look is to leave the roots and buns well polished. You can finish off by doing baby hair and adding some metallic accessories to give it more style.

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Micro braids are perfect short afro hairstyles for those who like to wear loose strands. You can use them on the sides of your hair or just the front part, for example. When doing it, it's worth betting on micro braids from the root or doing it the traditional way and using accessories to secure the ends.

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Cream, pudding and capillary gelatin: discover finishers to use in afro hairstyles

The secret to a perfect hairstyle, whatever it may be, is clean, well-detangled and finished hair. For divas with curly hair, the finishing step is also extremely important to minimize frizz. See which type of finisher to use in each case:

1) Your Way Curl Comb Cream: is the wild card finisher for all occasions. It provides detangling, softness and shine and is a great ally for making tapes.

2) Curls of Your Way Definition Pudding: is the perfect product for loose afro hairstyles or with polished roots. As the name already says, it leaves the threads more defined, making your finalization last longer.

3) Cachos do Seu Jeito Volumão Gelatin: this finisher is perfect for creating looks in which the volume of the afro hair is the main star. Due to its light texture, gelatin leaves the strands looser, which helps promote volume and balance.

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