How to a Quick Twist Out On Natural Hair

How to a Quick Twist Out On Natural Hair
If you have natural hair you may love the fullness and curl definition that a twist out provides. However, as your hair grows in thicker and longer, it will take longer to twist your hair in individual twists. Here are a few quick tips to help you achieve a great twist out in under twenty minutes.



Things You’ll Need:

* Wide tooth shower comb
* Deep conditioner
* 15 minutes to twist your hair
* Hair dryer, or air dry overnight

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:

* Wide tooth shower comb
* Deep conditioner
* 15 minutes to twist your hair
* Hair dryer, or air dry overnight

Step1
Start by deep conditioning your hair. Place your hair into sections and comb through in the shower with a kcutter, bone comb, detangling comb, or shower comb. Immediately plat each section after untangling it in the shower.

Step2
Towel dry your hair. Apply a light oil or your favorite shine serum. If your hair is in four sections take one section down at a time. Make each section into two sections. Apply a holding alcohol free product that will provide definition. Great products that may work are Miss Jessie's curly pudding, Miss Jessie's curly butter cream, IC Frizz busters gel, or any other product that provides hold without drying your hair out. Work this product in your hair from root to tip. Go over it a few times, smoothing in the product into your hair.

Step3
Separate that section of hair that is full of product and start to twist at the base of your scalp. After twisting; twist the twist around itself into a bantu knot. Repeat this process. If you have medium length hair that is 6 inches or longer you can achieve this style with 8 to 12 knots.

Step4
Allow your hair to dry completely before taking the knots out. Use a hooded dryer or air dry overnight. Re twist your hair every other night and sleep in a satin scarf for this style to last all week. With practice and starting with clean hair this style can take ten to fifteen minutes to twist and five minutes to fluff and style.

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How to Make Nail Polish Last Longer

Keep your nails looking fresh and pretty with these simple, easy ways to make nail polish last longer

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Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

* Nail Polish
* Clear Coat
* Nail File
* Clippers
* Soap
* Water
* Nail Polish Remover (if applicable)

Step1

Make Nail Polish Last Longer Make Nail Polish Last Longer A CLEAN START. To make nail polish last longer, you must make sure the polish has a clean, dry surface to attach to. First, remove all old nail polish from your nails, if applicable. Make sure it is completely removed or your new nail polish will not last. Next, soak your hands in warm, soapy water, then scrub gently with a cloth to remove chemical and moisture residue. Allow your hands to dry completely.

Step2
Make Nail Polish Last Longer Make Nail Polish Last Longer REMOVE SNAGS AND CRACKS. Make sure the nails, themselves, are in tip top condition. Clip your nails down as far as is comfortable and necessary to achieve a uniform length and strong nail base. Next, file away any potential snags. Even a tiny ridge at the tip of a fingernail can compromise a manicure, and result in chipping.

Step3
Make Nail Polish Last Longer Make Nail Polish Last Longer APPLY BASE COAT. A Base Coat provides an ideal surface for nail polish to adhere to. This step is optional, but recommended. Applying a thin base coat to your nails will make you nail polish last longer and look smoother. Dry for 15 minutes, or according to instructions.

Step4
Make Nail Polish Last Longer Make Nail Polish Last Longer APPLY POLISH. Applying polish can be tricky. Applying too little at once will result in excessive coats that will leave the nail polish weak and flaky. Too much nail polish at once will interfere with proper drying, which can lead to ripples and peeling. Try to apply just enough to cover the nail without showing brush strokes. If you do not achieve the desired color, move on to the next step.

Step5
DRY AFTER EACH COAT. Each coat of nail polish should be given at least 15 minutes to air dry before another is applied, or a top coat is applied. It is absolutely essential your nails dry completely at ever step of the process. Do not cheat yourself of drying time if you want to make nail polish last longer. If nails aren't dry within 20 minutes, you have likely applied too much polish at once or you have applied too many coats too quickly.

Step6
CLEAR COAT. Apply a top coat, or clear coat, when your nails are completely dry. To help make sure your nails have dried completely, try applying the final coat of polish half an hour before bed time, and then apply the top coat in the morning.

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