African American Wrap Hairstyles

African American hair wraps are a relaxed and convenient way to maintain the hair by brushing hair in a circular motion around the head. Hair wraps are best styled when hair holds a straight perm, is relaxed, or is flat-ironed. Does this Spark an idea?

Purpose

Hair wraps help to straighten the hair, and keep it smooth, shiny, and healthy.

Tools

Tools needed for dry wraps, wet wraps and roller wrap sets are a wide-tooth comb, a bristle soft brush, a hooded hair dryer, a hair scarf, setting lotion and optional hair clips. Hair rollers are needed for a roller wrap set, and hair sheen is optional for a dry wrap.

Dry Wrap

This is a simple wrap worn usually overnight. A scarf is placed on the head to keep the wrap in place.

Wet Wrap

A wet wrap is often done in hair salons because a hooded dryer is needed. This style adds a straighter texture to the hair after the setting lotion dries into the hair.

Roller Wrap Set

A roller wrap set is similar to a wet wrap except the hair is set in rollers. This style adds body to the hair.

References

• Treasured Locks: How To Create a Wrap Hair Style

Resources

• YouTube: How To Wrap Your Hair