Black Hair Book - Latest

The Ultimate
Black Hairstyle
Handbook
Table of Contents
Introduction
Page 2
Kerry Washington
Page 3
Nia Long
Page 4
Halle Berry
Page 5
Laila Ali
Page 6
Chante Moore
Page 7
Lupita Nyong’o
Page 8
Brandy Norwood
Page 9
Ashanti
Page 10
Ciara
Page 11
Fantasia Barrino
Page 12
Janelle Monae
Page 13
Introduction
Y
ou know you’re in need of a new look and the first place to start is by researching what’s
in right now, but let’s be honest, ain’t nobody got time for that, right? WRONG.
Sure, you’re not a celebrity who’s full-time job is to look good and you probably can’t spend
hours trying to find a new look, but you don’t have to continue going through life wishing your
hair was half as flawless as Beyonce’s because we’ve got some solutions for you!
We’ve done all the work by scouring the celebrity archives; we’ve watched the red carpets and
poured through magazines just to bring you the easiest-to-copy, hottest celebrity hairstyles this
century!
We’ll show you how to achieve some of the most sought after looks so that you can put
your best foot forward whether you’re relaxed, natural, or enjoy dabbling in extensions for a
fabulously flawless new look.
So skip the research and dive straight into this e-book for suggestions you’d have to pay
beaucoup dollars to a celebrity stylist for!
ABOUT THE HAIR EXPERTS
Tiffany Barrow, Kendra Timmons and Brittany Winkfield are the professional stylists behind
this e-book. They’re amazing at their craft and have tons of knowledge on black hair. You’ll be
missing out if you don’t see their work and follow their social media profiles by clicking on their
hyperlinked names above. Don’t be shy; they don’t bite, they cut. :)
ABOUT LATEST-HAIRSTYLES.COM
Our mission is to give you the most fashion forward and current hairstyles to date coupled with
professional and expert advice on how to achieve those looks. Visit us at www.latest-hairstyles.
com/black for more tips and tricks!
2.
Classic
Bun
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3.
4.
How to Style:
On clean, dry and straightened hair, section the crown area off with a clip. Pull the
back and sides into a low side ponytail and secure with a band.
Tease the top section of your head for a little bit of a cushion before pulling hair back.
Smooth hair back, creating a small bouffant at the top, into previous ponytail and
secure with a band or bobby pins.
Take ponytail and twist it around itself to create a bun.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Try Influance Rub-On Shine for shine and smoothness and Kenra Medium Hold 25 Hairspray
for hold. It’s always a good idea to spritz a little bit of hairspray on roots after you tease them
for hold.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
This hairstyle looks best on oval face shapes and relaxed hair or hair that can be straightened.
3.
Elegant
Side Swept
Ponytail
1.
2.
3.
How to Style:
Section off side bang and pull straightened hair back into a side ponytail.
Curl ponytail using a medium barrel curling iron and finger comb.
Lightly bump bang area and comb to the side creating a feathered look or a wave.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Use Influence Shine Spray for sheen and Kenra Medium Hold Hairspray 25 for hold.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
All face shapes and straightened or relaxed hair can pull off this look.
4.
Short
and
Chic
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2.
3.
4.
How to Style:
Start with a great cut then mold and set hair under a hooded dryer until hair is dry.
Apply a light natural oil, a heat protectant and a medium hold hair spray. Starting in
the crown working your way to the front, use horizontal sections to create loose flips
throughout with a half-inch flat iron.
Working around the sides and back, lightly curl hair in a downward motion using the
same flat iron or curling iron.
Use a light gloss or dime size amount of curling wax to finger comb and separate flips
and curls for a softer, more defined look.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Influance Rub-On Shine for smoothness, softness and shine and Kenra Medium Hold
Hairspray.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
Oval face shapes and straight or wavy hair best suit this style.
5.
Timeless
Waves
1.
2.
3.
4.
How to Style:
On blow dried or straightened hair, apply a dime size amount of a natural oil for shine
and protection.
Starting at the back take small 1 to 1 ½ inch sections, mist with a light to medium
hold hair spray and wrap hair around one inch curling wand.
Continue “wanding” the hair up to the sides and top.
Using a light serum, finger comb or feather comb your hair to create soft, beautiful,
timeless waves.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Use Sebastian Shaper Hairspray for a light to medium hold and Chi Silk Infusion for a smooth,
silky finish.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
All face shapes and hair textures that can be straightened are great for this style.
6.
The Sexy
Soul
1.
2.
3.
How to Style:
Flat iron hair bone straight using a heat protectant.
Slightly curl the ends of the hair under with your flat iron or curling wand.
Use finishing spray for firm hold.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Try Ojon Damage Reverse Treatment on hair prior to weave installation to encourage moisture
retention in hair under extensions.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
This style best suits oval face shapes. Long, straightened hair is recommended for this style.
7.
The
Confident
Woman
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2.
3.
How to Style:
Seek out a professional to achieve the super short cut pictured here.
Add kinky hair extension to front side, where hair was left uncut. Twist and pin into
place.
Use sheen spray for a shiny finish.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Use Bigen Protect and Repair Deep Conditioner to keep your hair healthy and soft.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
Oval shaped faces and tightly curly hair work well with this style.
8.
Curly
Sue
1.
2.
3.
4.
How to Style:
Wrap wet hair on various sized perm or flexi rods.
Allow hair to dry under a hooded dryer.
Release rods and style with fingers to achieve the desired look.
Spray with oil sheen and holding spray to finish.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Try Carol’s Daughter Macadamia Heat Setting Foam to set your hair.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
This style best suits round faces and medium to coarse hair textures.
9.
Auburn
Bombshell
1.
2.
3.
How to Style:
Part hair on either side to get the sexy swoop bang.
Use a small to medium sized curling wand to get loose waves throughout your hair.
Finish with holding spray.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Try Paul Mitchell’s Freeze and Shine Super Spray for persistent hold. My favorite curling wand
to use is by Cortex 4 in 1.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
Any face shape and smooth hair can easily pull off this look.
10.
Messy
Bed Hair
1.
2.
How to Style:
On clean, smooth hair use a medium sized curling wand or barrel to achieve loose
curls.
Finger comb or use a paddle brush throughout hair so as to not allow hair to look too
“tamed” for this messy, chic look.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
I recommend the Kenra Design Spray 9 for a light hold.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
Ladies with diamond face shapes and smooth hair can easily achieve this look.
11.
The Fierce
Fantasia
1.
2.
3.
How to Style:
After hair is relaxed and blown dry, curl the sides down with a 1/3” curling iron or ½”
flat iron.
Curl longer hair at the crown towards the back.
Use finishing spray for firm hold.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Use Carol’s Daughter Foam Wrapping Lotion and a little Ojon Rare Blend Oil for a smooth, flat
finish after drying hair.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
This style best suits short, smooth hair and oval shaped, slender faces.
12.
The Cool
Cat
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2.
3.
4.
How to Style:
Part hair in a triangle in interior.
Smooth the rest of hair into the middle and crown area then French braid the rest of
your hair down.
Fold the hair at the crown and front and pin to secure.
Use finishing spray for firm hold.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
Use Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture & Shine Pure Hair Oil for a healthy glow and
Kenra’s Volume Spray 25 for hold.
BEST FACE SHAPE AND HAIR TYPE:
This style suits all face shapes and individuals with medium to long length hair.
13.
So, what are you waiting for? You’ve looked through this
book and you’ve read through the instructions. Give these
styles a try today because it’s never too late to adopt a
flawless ‘do and make that impression you’ve
been longing for!