An All Natural Updo: Inspired by...

It should be obvious bu now that I LOVE updos!! Our latest style was inspired by Keianna KeeKee All Natural of Chi Chi Sophistication Natural Hair Care Studio. She recently posted pics of her style on her Facebook page and I knew it was something that I wanted to try. As usual, if I copy a style I always try to put my own little spin on things. Check out the rest of the pics and let us know what you think by leaving a comment! 

Products Used for Styling and Moisturizing

Camille Rose Naturals Almond Jai Twisiting Butter

Camille Rose Naturals Curl Love Moisture Milk

EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)

Water

Prepping for the Style

I began by working with clean, moisturized hair that was stretched using the banding method. I braided Anisa's hair just as I would if I wanted to make a simple mohawk. I opted to twist the remainder of each cornrow instead of continuing with a braid. 

The Updo

I gathered all of her twists and began rolling them together as if I wanted to make a french roll. Once I reached the front of her head, I twirled the remaining portion of twists in a rosette fashion and pinned her hair into place.  I did not use any rubberbands for this style.

Her Style

Changing it Up

A few days later, I decided to change it up a little bit. Instead of twisting her hair up together, I decided to twist each side of her mohawk separately. Each side was rolled in the same fashion as before and pinned into place. 

Twisting each section separately also changed the front of her hair. 

Maintaining the Style

I've been lightly spraying her hair with a water and EVOO mixture at night prior to bedtime. I also protect her hair by using a satin bonnet. 

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Curly Two-Strand Twists

Curly Two-Strand Twists 

Even though I enjoy creating cute braided styles, I must admit that I LOVE twists!! Here is our most recent style that was created with two awesome products from Camille Rose Naturals. 

I recently purchased the Almond Jai Twisting Butter and the Curl Love Moisture Milk from my local Target. The Target website states that the products are not available in stores but that is not true. I found the Almond Jai Twisting Butter, Curl Love Moisture Milk, Algae Deep Conditioning Mask, and the Curl Maker in my local store. 

The Style

For this style, I prepared my daughter's hair using our regular routine. Her was not banded due to time so I opted to blow dry it instead. Once this process was complete, I began twisting her hair. I applied a small amount of the Curl Love Moisture Milk and the Almond Jai Twisting Butter to each section prior to twisting. I also made several cornrows that continued into twists in the front section of her hair. I did not use any rubber bands for this style. 

Both products have a pretty thick consistency so a little goes a long way. Even though they are thick, they melt into the hair and do not weigh it down. If you're wondering about the smell, trust me when I say that they smell absolutely delicious!!! 

I rolled her twists later that night before bedtime using a little bit more of the Almond Jai Twisting Butter and flexi rods. I covered her hair with a satin bonnet while the flexi rods were in. This is the result:

The Verdict

I LOVE these products!!! They left her hair feeling and looking amazing! She has had her twists for a week and they still look great with minimal frizzing.  I have been applying the Curl Love Moisture Milk to her twists every other day prior to bedtime. She also sleeps in a satin bonnet. I have not needed to retwist any of her hair since she has had this style. 

She loves her hair!!! 

Be sure to check out our Facebook page to see updated pics of her curly twists!! In the meantime, what are you waiting for? Head on over to Camille Rose Naturals or your local Target and pick up some of these fab products for yourself!