African American Long Hairstyles - Strong On Heritage

The best African American hairstyles are looks that reflect a proud heritage and work with the texture of African American hair, not against it. Traditional African American hairstyles such as cornrows, and modern enhancements to them such as hair weaves are among the best ways to maximize the beauty of African American hair.

African American Long Hairstyles

Cornrows, a customary African American hairstyle that originated in sub-Saharan Africa , refers to hair that is braided tightly and close to the scalp to produce unbroken lines. These braids can be done in straight lines or in patterns, and may take hours to accomplish depending on how intricate the design is, but once they are in place they are among the easiest to maintain of African American hairstyles because the wearer can wash his or her head carefully without removing the braids. Cornrows were first popularized in the United States in the 1950’s and have gone in and out of fashion since then. They are currently experiencing a resurgence due to their ease of maintenance.

African American Long Hairstyles