3 Easy Summer Protective Hairstyles That Are Perfect For Beginners

The beginning of summer usually means one thing for Black women: it’s time to get a protective style and quick! Not only are these styles fashionable, but protective hairstyles help keep Black women’s hair protected against heat, water, and other outside elements.

 Protect your crown and promote hair growth in the process this summer by styling your hair in these three beginner-friendly protective hairstyles:

Mini-twists

This protective hairstyle is the OG beginner-friendly style that anyone could pull off. All you have to do is part your hair into small sections, two-strand twist each section of hair, and then you’ve got yourself a cute protective hairstyle that’s perfect for beach days and poolside lounging.

 Braids

From box braids to cornrows, braids are likely the most worn and versatile protective style. The style can be traced back to 3500 BC in African culture, and since then, braids have remained a popular style worn by Black women globally.

You can certainly stick with easy cornrows, but box braids are simple to install, especially using the rubber band method. Style your braids in a bun or high ponytail, or even use a scarf to pull them back and give your braided look a refresh!

 Crochet

Installing crochet hair may seem complicated at first, but you can find an easy tutorial that breaks down the looping process on Youtube. All you need is a crochet hook and pre-looped hair to achieve a bomb look in three hours or less! If versatility is what you’re after, crochet should be your protective hairstyle of choice.

Wrapping Up

Ready to attempt these styles? Be sure to give your hair a good deep condition before hand to prep it for your protective hairstyle. Take care of your hair this summer with these three easy protective hairstyles!

 While legislation like the CROWN Act addresses the unjust policing of Black hair, it’s still up to us to uplift and celebrate our unique hair. We hope this guide gives you some inspiration, and if you’re looking for hair accessories to spruce up your looks, shop Day MyLane’s curated collection of satin scarves and headwraps by clicking here.