How to Tie an African Head Wrap

African head-wraps are a cultural decorative piece that are both intriguing and stunning. But nowadays lots of people of various cultures are wearing them for their practicality, functionality and style. With every color, fabric and pattern to choose from why not get some to match your outfits.

Things You'll Need

• head-wrap or scarf
• bobby pins (optional)
• head and hair

Instructions

1. Unwrap the head-wrap and let the fabric unfold so it is one long piece. Place the fabric on your head. Pull the fabric down so it covers all your hair. Allow one side to be longer than the other as it hangs down.

2. Take the long end of the fabric and wrap it around the hair in a twisting fashion. Be sure not to twist your hair into the fabric as this will damage the hair. Twist the fabric around the hair so it keeps the hair straight while covering it entirely. Continue until you have all the hair securely wrapped in the fabric.

3. Find the end of your hair and hold it with your fingertips. Twist the hair wrap with your hair inside slowly. Twist and twist until your hair and the wrap begins to coil and twists under itself into a bun-like structure.

4. Wrap this twisted section around the bulk of your hair nearest your head. It should form a sort of short enclosed ponytail. Tuck the ends in under the ponytail section. Secure with bobby pins or, if your hair is thick enough, tuck the ends in and secure them.

5. Shake your head gently to make sure your wrap is secure. If it feels loose, you can start over or simply pin the loose areas in place with bobby pins.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice several times and then it will be easy

• Don't twist your hair in the wrap. This will be constricting and damage your hair