Turning a Style from Expressive to Protective - Cinnabun Take 2

A puff is a convenient "go to" style for a lot of naturals, including me.  But one of the things that I have found is that a puff will leave my hair in tangles especially at the ends.  So it is best for me to create an updo that will protect my ends.  This isn't to say I will never do a puff, however, it will be rare for me to wear it on consecutive days.

I have done one take on the Cinnabun hairstyle.  Here is another.   This is a great protective style for the hot summer months to keep your hair away from your face and your ends protected.   Very little maintenance is needed, just an occasional spray with your favorite moisturizing spritz and go!


The pictures below show a comparison shot of the first Cinnabun look versus the most recent.

July 2011

August 2011

 

 

 

I kept my flat twist in the front and accessorized with this cute headband.

 Please check out my friend, The Trendy Socialite's tutorial on how to create this look.  She's 2 years into her natural journey. 

So what protective styles have you tried?  How long do you usually wear your protective styles?

Cinnabun Hairstyle Tutorial

While browsing Youtube videos I ran across several for the cinnabun hairstyle.  I was looking for a way to put my hair up without having it in a traditional puff.  Having it in a puff, while easy, does create a few tangles for me.   So after wearing my previous style, I was looking for a way to keep my hair stretched, but up, especially since it's been over 100 degrees for a couple days this week.

To create this style I used the following products:
My glycerin/water/aloe vera juice moisturizer
Sealed with my Kimmaytube leave in & whipped shea butter
Used Curls Goddess Curls gel on my twists
Used Olive Oil Ecostyler Gel on my edges

Below I have posted a slide show tutorial of how I accomplished this style.  Enjoy!

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