Singular Cornrow

A girl with a singular cornrow at the middle of her head.

Tips When Choosing Cornrow Styles For Women

If you are fond of watching hip-hop dancing then you probably noticed a common hairstyle among the dancers especially women. If you are wondering what hairstyle that is then you should know that what you are seeing is the cornrow styles for women. Are you wondering why it is called as such? It is because it is inspired by the corn in rows.

This style originated in Africa and it is popular to the Africans. It became famous worldwide when people from other races started using it as their hairstyle especially when hip-hop became popular and dancers wear the style. Having this type of hairstyle requires some professional hair braiding and because of its popularity nowadays it is not impossible to find hair parlors or salons doing the job.

If you want this type of hair then you should head of to the nearest salons. Look for the best hairstylist who can do it. Before you can have it, you have to select what type of braiding you want. There are three common types of cornrow. You can just select from these types depending on what type of occasion you would want to wear the hairstyle.

1. If you want to wear it as an everyday hairdo then you can choose the circular cornrows. The braids are thin to medium in size which runs in complex circles. This style requires an expert professional because it is not easy to do.
   


2. If you are heading off to some semi-formal to casual parties and you want a cornrow hairdo then you can choose the straight back type. The braids in this style run from front of the head going down to the nape. The braids are medium thick in size and it can be tied in a ponytail at the end or you can just have the braids can continued. This is an elegant type of the cornrow that it why it is perfect in many types of occasions.
   
   
   


3. The last common type which is usually seen in women attending formal affairs is the Goddess braids. If you are watching films on Greek gods and goddesses, try to look at the women's hairstyle and you will see what the Goddess cornrow is. The braids are made thick and can run around the head in different styles while making the scalp more visible. This style is perfect for formal parties and events.
   
   

Upon choosing what style you want then have it as your hairdo. You can have it as a temporary style or a long-term style. If you want to make it last long then you should know how to take care of it. During bathing time, be sure to shampoo it carefully so that it won't damage. Be sure to wash up all sides so that dirt and dust won't accumulate on the braided stands.

Aside from careful shampooing, you can cover you hairdo with cloth before you go to bed. This will help prevent loosing of the braids and damaging the style. When you go out of the house you can add some hair gel to keep it together.

If you had your hair in braids then you should know how to take care of it. There are many procedures on how to care for cornrow styles for women. You can always do your own research or simply ask for tips from hairstylists. You can always check how to maintain the style and how to care for it.

Some Cornrows Styles For Kids and Teens

Red and Black Braid Hairstyle

Photo by Rowan Fairgrove

Cornrows with extensions

Photo by Ms. Tan

How Long Does Hair Need To Be For Cornrows To Stay In Well

A great look that many love is cornrows. But there is the question of how long does hair need to be for cornrows to stay in effectively. If you have never had them done before, know that they take some time and effort as well as money. To have them fall out right away is frustrating.

Typically a quality shop can get this look on your head as short as an inch long. But you also need to have some curl in your natural mane as well to do this. You can effectively put cornrows in straight locks this short but in most cases they will fall out.

Be prepared to sit while the stylist works on you if you have this short of hair. It takes a skilled stylist to get the job done and you are paying for their time. It is worth paying to get a stylist who knows what they are doing.

If you have a bit longer locks to work with you can expect that your rows will stay in better. This is because there is more of an anchor in your hair. You want to get a quality stylist no matter how long your hair is. Some recommend Caribbean salons as they are excellent and well skilled with this style.

The best length for rows is at least four inches. This is especially true for people with straighter styles naturally. As it grows it can look great for a lengthier period of time, the stylist can get the rows tighter and you will be able to wear them longer.

The look of cornrows is hot. You can have a great summer look or even winter rows that require little upkeep. Visit a stylist to see what they can do for you and trust the recommendations of friends. And make sure you seek out a stylist who knows what they are doing.

A Nice Cornrow Style

Photo by itshairy

Cornrows With Sew-in

Photo by expressbraiding