Professional Two Strand Twist Top Bun Hairstyle

The Two Strand Twist Top Bun hairstyle is a variation of the Top Bun hairstyle created by Essence Online Beauty Editor, Nicole. Although this hairstyle may look difficult, it can be created in five easy steps.

The Two Strand Twist Top Bun via DIY Natural Hair Care

1. Secure your hair to the top of your head with a silk knee high or goody, "hair safe," elastic band
2. Twist the ends of your ponytail into chunky twists.
3. Pull the hair forward and tuck them under to the front. 
4. Secure your hair with pins. 
5. Add gel to the edges and brush lightly. 

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Two Strand Twists - Protective Hairstyle

Protective hairstyles are great for the colder, fall and winter months. I like to have several go-to protective hairstyles that I can create quickly during the week. Two Strand Twists are a protective hairstyle that is easy to maintain. Two Strand Twists can also be pined into various up dos. View the tutorial below to learn how to style your Two Strand Twists.


This video demonstrates...
how to create a protective hairstyle
how to style two strand twists into a up do