natural hair

Although the ponytail is an easy go-to hairstyle for most, it can be hard to get thick hair like Thandie Newton's natural curls into one rubber band. At the Rogue photocall, she pulled her hair back in what appears to be a low ponytail — but it's all an illusion! To get her look, separate hair into two sections with a middle part, then smooth hair back securing just behind the ears with bobby pins. Fluff hair until the two pigtails blend for one large faux ponytail. You can also create a similar illusion for a high ponytail by doing a half-up hairstyle. Use Thandie's trick to wrestle unruly second-day curls or thick natural hair into a seamless casual style.

Natural-haired women: do you want longer-lasting, frizz-free, fully-defined, and superstretched twist-outs? Then follow a few simple tricks to make your spirals turn out better every time. From protective styling to keep coils safe from the Winter to mastering second-day twist-outs, you'll look your best yet when you keep reading.

Whether you're transitioning from relaxed hair or you're a stalwart curly girl, the rules of natural hair care can get confusing. Break it all down with tips from Anthony Dickey of Hair Rules Salon (he's worked on celebrity curls from Minnie Driver's to Alicia Keys's). You'll get longer, stronger, healthier kinky hair after reading this all-inclusive natural hair guide.

Sometimes natural hair can seem dull (even after conditioner, creams, and butters). From the start, tightly coiled hair has a harder time reflecting light. But if you want your curls to shine like Solange Knowles's, there are a few tricks to try for glistening (not greasy) curls.

Jada Pinkett Smith has a full head of curls that many natural-haired women envy. If you don't have a loose curl pattern or extra length like Jada, there are a few styling methods you can try to achieve hair that is large and in charge. Get tips for creating big bouncy ringlets on natural hair when you keep reading.

Curly hair constantly craves moisture, and when the temperature drops, hydration can be hard to come by. Don't allow your kinks and coils to suffer, though. Heed these five tips to maintain the best curls possible — no matter what Fall blows your way. Get seasonal styling advice when you read more.