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10 Easy-to-Recreate African-American Hairstyles

Tired of the same old look? Try these recently seen sexy celebrity hairstyles perfect for any occasion

by Anna Jimenez

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Tatyana Ali To get this glam, curly updo, start by applying a gel that will relax your hair and protect it from heat styling like Davines Defining Relaxing Fluid, $19.99. Next, blow dry hair using a round brush, making sure to lift it at the roots while directing hair flow from the dryer downwards to create mega volume and shine. Once hair is dry, start wrapping small sections of hair around a small-barreled iron (try Amika Tourmaline Clip-Free Curler, $128). To create the updo, spin individual curls around a finger and start pinning them to the back of your head, leaving front pieces out to frame your face. Finish by misting with a strong-hold hairspray, says Pohl.

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African American? You "guys" really need to stop. This is embarrassing. You don't have a clue. Full lace wigs and weaves are very different from African American hair.

by solitaire_pw Sunday, January 27, 2013 at 07:43PM Report as inappropriate

I dont get it - these hairstyles dont seem african american to me. nearly everyones hair is straight. they are basically white hairstyles recreated with black hair. or more like indian/remy hair... -_- least favorite "beauty tips" I've seen yet

by talecon Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 07:26PM Report as inappropriate

I've always liked Gabrielle Union's hair

by TBjunkie Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 12:42AM Report as inappropriate

I don't really know how I feel about the style selection. They just don't represent the range of AA styles that I think should be included. Not all AA women have weaves, extensions, and relaxed hair. The hairstyles themselves were pretty.

by SummerOrchid Monday, April 9, 2012 at 01:40PM Report as inappropriate

Jennifer hudson looks so beautiful

by beautybody Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 10:00PM Report as inappropriate

Tthey all seem plain.

by ashley2896 Friday, March 16, 2012 at 05:14PM Report as inappropriate

I think Jordin Sparks style makes her face look very pudgy, not at all flattering

by sportimonki13 Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 01:07PM Report as inappropriate

I am extremely disappointed with this article. I do not see any variation on texture or length except for Selita Eubank's bob. I agree with stephanie_stewart's remark. Please reflect the diverse rainbow that I expect to see when looking up articles that purport to represent cutting edge hair trends among AA women.

by jojo_miller Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 01:59PM Report as inappropriate

To Ryan_montana: Are you a racist? Do you hate black people? If not it sounds like it.

by lilberry40 Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 07:44AM Report as inappropriate

The 'funny' thing about this is that some of these women were wearing weaves or wigs. There was no info on how to create these styles on 'fake' hair!

by scw Friday, November 4, 2011 at 09:28PM Report as inappropriate