Hair accessories are a great way to elevate your look. They can take you from looking simple to stunning in minutes. These accessories are perfect for different events. Whether dressing up for a special occasion or keeping it casual with friends, the right hair accessory can make a difference.
Available in various shapes and sizes, these accessories not only help secure your hairstyle and rescue you from bad hair days but also serve as beautiful adornments. Beyond being fashion statements, they offer numerous benefits for hair health and styling versatility, making them an essential addition to any wardrobe.
Why should you use Hair Accessories?
Styling Versatility
Natural hair accessories offer endless possibilities for styling. Every day there’s a new DIY tutorial or guide online showing how to style hair with scarves, headbands, or scrunchies. I’m pretty sure you must have wondered how these Creatives never run out of ideas! Thanks to these accessories, they allow you to experiment with different looks and express your individuality. Whether you’re aiming for a casual vibe or something more elegant, there’s a style to suit every occasion.
Protection and Preservation
In addition to fashion and beauty, this is one reason why I own a lot of scarves. Exposing hair to harsh weather and other elements can cause damage, such as dryness and color fading. Accessories like scarves and headwraps act as barriers, shielding hair from these damaging elements. So, whether it is the harsh penetration of the sun or strong winds and cold, your hair can stay protected.
Minimizing Breakage
Scarves and headwraps made from soft, natural fabrics like silk or cotton can reduce friction, which minimizes breakage and split ends. This is especially important for type 4 hair, which can be prone to dryness and breakage.
Creative Expression and Versatility
Hair accessories provide a canvas for creativity. Mix and match colors, patterns, and textures to create unique looks that reflect your personality and style. You can also quickly change your hairstyle without needing to cut, dye, or use heat styling tools. This versatility is ideal for those who like to switch up their look frequently.
Low Maintenance
Using natural hair accessories can simplify your haircare routine. They allow you to achieve stylish looks at a very affordable price with minimal effort, making them perfect for busy lifestyles or those looking to reduce their reliance on heat styling and chemical treatments.
Quick Fix
We all have our lazy hair days, don’t we? On such days, a scarf or headwrap can be a quick and easy solution, helping to wrap hair beautifully, and saving you from hair styling hassle.
Heat-Free Styling
Accessories like scarves and headwraps can help you achieve various styles without using heat. This reduces the risk of heat damage and promotes healthier hair.
Sleep Protection
Wrapping your hair in a silk or satin scarf before bed can help preserve your hairstyle, reduce frizz, and prevent tangles, making your morning routine easier.
Types of Hair Accessories
Scarves
For every Naturalist, scarves are true lifesavers! We all have those days when our hair is messy, and we don’t have the energy to deal with it. That’s when scarves come to the rescue. The best part? They enhance your style so well that no one will guess you’re using them to cover a bad hair day.
Scarves come in various sizes, fabrics, and patterns, offering endless styling possibilities—from simple wraps to intricate turban styles. They not only elevate our look but also provide protection from the elements, serve as a means of cultural and religious expression, and promote inclusivity. Whether you’re shielding your hair from the sun, celebrating your heritage, or making a fashion statement, the head scarf is a versatile and essential accessory.
Types of Scarves
Silk Scarves are ideal for their smooth texture, which minimizes friction and prevents breakage. This type is perfect for protecting hair before going to bed.
Cotton Scarves are breathable and absorbent, perfect for hot weather.
Satin Scarves, similar to silk, satin is gentle on hair and great for reducing frizz.
Headwraps
Headwraps are more significant pieces of fabric that can be wrapped around the head in various ways. They are often used for more elaborate styles and can make a bold fashion statement. They come in a variety of fabrics and colorways. Whether you prefer a bold print or softer intricacies, you can achieve it with a headwrap.
Headbands
This is one of the most sought-after hair accessories. Headbands are pieces of fabric worn around the head, often worn as a fashion accessory or to keep hair out of the face. They are always in fashion, and that’s because there’s a huge variety to choose from.
Headbands work with almost anything: long hairstyles, short hairstyles, big wavy or curly hairstyles, and straight hairstyles. They are made from materials such as rubber, clothing, leather, etc. They come in a variety of colors and designs and are usually decorated with beads, sequins, or other embellishments.
Hair Jewelry
Hair jewelry adds a touch of elegance and sparkle to your hairstyles. These accessories can transform your entire look from delicate hairpins to bold hair cuffs adorned with crystals, pearls, or other embellishments.
One very handy piece of hair jewelry used by many Naturalists is the hairpin. Hairpins are thin metal, curved at one end and open at the other. They are great for securing hair styles in place. Hair pins come in various sizes and colors, and they also range from plain to jewellery-encrusted.
Feel free to add them to your hair accessories to complement your style.
Styling Tips for Incorporating Natural Hair Accessories
Here are some tips to help you make the most of these accessories:
- Choose your comfort first
- Fell free to create Signature Styles and go-to looks
- Match your accessories with outfits
- Ensure that your accessories fit securely to avoid slipping throughout the day.
- Care for your hair accessories
By following this guide, you can add a little (or not so little) pop of color and style to your hair and entire look!
