How to Do a Kinky Twist
If your latest do is a big fat don't, this guide will help you give your hair a whole new look with a twist or two.
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You Will Need
- Hair extensions
- Styling gel
- Hair tie
- Conditioner
- Spray bottle
Steps
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Step 1
Wrap extensions around fingers
Wrap the midpoint of the extension around your index and middle finger creating a loop and two equal sections.
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Step 2
Pull hair through loop
Pull a section of your hair, about a 1/4-inch thick, through the extension loop and tighten to create three separate strands.
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Choose a spot on your head that is easily reached and can be seen in a mirror if you're styling your hair alone.
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Step 3
Apply gel
Apply a dab of hair gel to prevent the sections from frizzing; just don't make them too brittle or stiff.
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Step 4
Weave three sections
Use a simple braid pattern to start and weave all three sections together until your hair becomes the middle strand.
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Step 5
Combine hair with extension
Separate your hair into twp equal sections and combine with the extension to create two different strands of both the extension and your natural hair.
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Step 6
Twist together
Twist both sections together in a checkerboard pattern by throwing one strand over the top of the other over and over again until you reach the end.
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Combine your favorite conditioner with an equal amount of water in a spray bottle to moisturize your hair each day.
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Step 7
Dip ends in boiling water
Dip the ends of the extensions in boiling water to secure the twist, or let them remain frayed and use a hair tie to hold the twist in place.
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