Show & Tell - Senegalese Twists

In keeping with my 6 month no heat + protective styling challenge, I have installed my first long-term protective style in the form of Senegalese twists.

 

Senegalese Twists - protective style

 

I installed them myself on July 1st (I started the night before and ended on that day). I used 4.5 packs of Outre Kanekalon hair in 1B. I used my trusty 4 sections (yeah the same four I use for washing, relaxing...). It took approximately 1hr and 45 minutes for each section, so roughly 7 hours to complete my whole head. They are medium twists and stop at about mid back.

 

 

 

 

 

They are not tight at all. I don't feel any pulling on my edges or scalp in general. In fact, maybe they could be a little tighter in order for them to keep longer. They aren't super heavy either. The only time I feel their weight is when I pile them on top of my head for a bun. But if they are hanging down they are really light, I could even forget that they're there.

 

I intend to rock this style for a month or so, but since they were done by yours truly and not a professional, I'm not sure how long they will actually last, but I'm hopeful.

 

As per usual I will have posts coming up regarding upkeep, styles, and general updates on this style. So stay tuned and wish me luck.

 

 

 

 

 Ever tried Senegalese Twists?