Best and Worst African-American Hairstyles
See which 'dos are best for your hair, and which celebrity hairstyles to stay away from
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African American celebrities are some of the biggest hair trendsetters -- from Rihanna's short, edgy style (that is forever evolving) to Tyra's long, sleek strands, these ladies are known for their signature styles. And while many women attempt to recreate their looks, they never truly succeed at pulling them off quite as well. Why is that anyway?
We think it is because we see celebrities like Jennifer Hudson, Mariah Carey and Halle Berry rocking gorgeous hairstyles on the red carpet, but we never really learn how their hairstylists actually created them. Are the styles as easy as they look, or are there many more complicated steps to them?
We spoke to Tippi Shorter, celebrity hairstylist whose clients include the fabulous Alicia Keys and Lauren Hill, to find out. Here she weighs in on how to recreate these amazing African American hairstyles, and explains why certain styles work and why others should be avoided. Scope out the hairstyles in this photo gallery and make note of the looks you want to try. Then be sure to steer clear of the ones that might not flatter your face shape, or worse, damage your beautiful, but fragile hair -- eek!
By Jane Chung
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wow such an interesting article the women in the worst categories really deserved it except cassie i really love her hair like that she can work with it but the others their hair didnt flatter them
by Benahir Saturday, December 24, 2011 at 09:58PM Report as inappropriate
This article could not help black women in any way. Washing your hair with shampoo every other day is the WORST advice you could give to a black woman. Our hair is dry and washing so frequent will make it brittle. Most natural females co-wash. Next time I advise doing research before trying to give advice.
by Ericamh Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 08:20PM Report as inappropriate
So, all the best and "sexiest" hairstyles for black women are the ones that look like white women's hair? Very few black women have hair textured like that. Not even a nice try.
by lsn2jah Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 12:14AM Report as inappropriate
I agree that pulling hair too tightly, can cause damage to your hair line and or edges ! Although Ashanti looks awesome here ! As long as this isn't an everyday style, she'll be fine !
by applepiealamode Friday, November 11, 2011 at 12:26AM Report as inappropriate
these are beautiful hair styles!
by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 01:50AM Report as inappropriate
I have hair that is really coarse and curly, but I'm not African American?!?! Most of those chicks have fake hair anyway...
by MissPurple Monday, July 18, 2011 at 12:01PM Report as inappropriate
This is a really racist article. Why focus on just African Americans? I mean really, just be more considerate.
by sarahsuperstar Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 04:14PM Report as inappropriate
I have to agree with ajhutch! Why would ciara's hair be under the worst?
by Isabella79 Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 10:43AM Report as inappropriate
This was interesting. But does not really benefit African American women in anyway. Most of the celebrities shown have in extensions or wigs. and African American women are leaning towards natural, unrelaxed hair now. you should include natural styles
by ajhutch Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 02:13PM Report as inappropriate
