The 12 Prettiest, Most-Protective Twisted Hairstyle Ideas to Copy Right Now

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Whether you’re trying to grow out your hair by switching from wash-and-gos to protective styles, or you’re just bored with your current go-to hairstyle, we’ve plucked the 12 prettiest twisted hairstyles to keep you out of a hair rut for, uh, a very, very long time. Check out our favorites, ahead, and grab your leave-ins and combs—you're about to spend your night twisting.

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1 Jumbo Twisted Pigtails

New video on this hairstyle direct link in my bio!!! Hair: @bigchophair 2 bundles 18" blown straight clip-ins Lippie: @colouredraine XOXO

A post shared by 👑 Maria Antoinette 👑 (@themariaantoinette) on Nov 1, 2016 at 6:25am PDT

2 Threaded, Waist-Length Twists

You seem real pretty. And I ain't talkin' bout how you look. I'm talkin' about your vibe. Your vibe is pretty. 🌻 #HappySelfLoveSaturday

A post shared by Danielle Darlynn 🌻 (@danielledarlynn) on Aug 12, 2017 at 3:00pm PDT

3 Double Rope-Twist Buns with Gold Cuffs

Hey y'all ✨

A post shared by Ris.🐸 (@_kharissa) on Jun 5, 2017 at 12:36pm PDT

4 Twisted, Side-Parted Lob

I used to think my outfit wasn’t complete unless I had on jewelry. Now, I honestly feel sexier when I don’t have any on. It’s just something about that bare natural glowing skin ✨😍💜 • • • • • #blackblogger #instastyle #styleblogger #brandambassador #detroit #naturalhairblogger #Youtuber #naturalhair #miccheckk12 #motorcityunicorn Subscribe to my YouTube channel 'LoveNaturally' link in bio ✊🏽

A post shared by Micalyn📍Detroit (@miccheckk12) on Jul 19, 2017 at 1:42pm PDT

5 Piled and Twisted Updo

florals + high buns #happysunday #beautyloveculture

A post shared by Beauty. Love. Culture. (@ilovealimara) on Sep 10, 2017 at 12:33pm PDT

6 Super-Thick, Cherry-Red Twists

When that light hit u ______________________________________ Photo by @mangum__

A post shared by Maña Maña (@diomara_d) on Jul 16, 2017 at 8:14am PDT

7 Cornrow-to-Twists Updo

SLAY!!! 🔥😍❤️ Hair - @dynamitehaircollection Makeup - @peaceibadin_mua

A post shared by Busayo Ladapo (@thatdynamitechick) on Mar 27, 2017 at 8:43am PDT

8 Wire-Wrapped Rope Twists

i got a million questions about my skin and why it's glowing 🤷🏽‍♀️ lol - it could be the increase in water and less stress but I definitely stepped my skin and makeup game up since I'm now in my 30s. I've recently incorporated a new brand to my regimen, a niche family owned company @malinandgoetz (pronounced mal • in AND getz) which is made for sensitive skin and y'all know my skin is the most sensitive of them all 😩. I'm also using some advanced makeup and the newest is @kevynaucoin amongst some other dope brands I've mentioned lately! 🙌🏽 See my previous post for a dope #NYFW giveaway with both brands to enter! #theglowup #malinandgoetz #kevynaucoin #nyfw2017

A post shared by Beauty. Love. Culture. (@ilovealimara) on Sep 8, 2017 at 4:19pm PDT

9 Two-Strand Twisted Updo

@dynamitehaircollection 24" Havana Twists styled into this gorgeous updo 💗💙. Neat, silky, lightweight and versatile with styling 🙌. To purchase this hair, check out @dynamitehaircollection to place your orders 😘😘 #dynamitehair #dynamitehaircollection

A post shared by Busayo Ladapo (@thatdynamitechick) on Apr 2, 2017 at 10:02am PDT

10 Soft Jumbo Twists

Drew Barrymore playing in the background

A post shared by Yvs (@yvarne) on Jun 17, 2017 at 12:22pm PDT

11 Crown-Wrapped Twists

So remember my flower crown!? Well it will be on my channel tomorrow! Showing you how I did it so stay tuned and let me know what natural hair videos you'd like to see! Subscribe to my YouTube if you haven't 💕💕

A post shared by @ronkeraji on Sep 21, 2016 at 5:16pm PDT

12 Itty-Bitty Baby Twists

This will probably be the last time I do my twists this small. My hair, when stretched out, is bra strap/almost mid back length and this took a long time to do. I love it though. Editing video for my channel. #MiniTwists #NoHairAdded

A post shared by Whitney (@parisin85) on Dec 15, 2016 at 8:21pm PST

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