Short hairstyles are mostly handy and easy to work with.
Are you one of the women that keep asking what are some hairstyles for short natural hair?
If so, then this article will be helpful.
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The following 30 styles will inspire you to get started.
Naturally, African hair is not the easiest to handle, especially if you have to do it regularly.
Without a little help of the right products, it can be hectic to maintain natural African hair.
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Nevertheless, women have been able to do this over the time.
Check out the following styles.
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Visit the barber for a cut that makes you look this chic.
You do not have to worry about combing or styling your mane every morning.
Round cut
This is an excellent style for round-faced individuals.
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Apply a bit of gel or relaxer to make it soft.
Coloured barbie doll cut
This one works for women that love vibrant colours and styles.
Double-sided cut
A simple style for a simple and sophisticated lady.
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The side cuts bring in some level of playfulness.
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Curly cuts
Fancy look for the woman that wants to look chic and collected.
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you’re able to cut your mane and leave some of it to curl.
This will answer the question of how do I maintain my natural African hair?
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Twisted kinky
Twisted styles are becoming common with women because they are convenient and easy to maintain.
It is perfect for round-faced ladies that want to look chic and stand out.
Tapered pixie
This is a perfect style for women that love their mane short but with volume.
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The spirals in the hair give it a huge body and volume.
This tapered pixie hairdo is perfect for a classy high-end woman that wants to communicate a certain message.
It works for a corporate executive that mingles with the high and mighty in the world ofbusiness.
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The hairstyle speaks volume about standards and style.
You will come across as the sophisticated lady that you are.
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Pixie curl cut
This is a hairstyle that works for a woman that loves bangs.
Your stylist can fix your short hair that it curls in bangs that last all day long.
This is a perfect hairstyle that gives you a youthful look.
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Braided curly style
This unique style works for a lady that loves braided hair.
You do not have to miss out on braided styles just because you have short hair.
Sister locks
If you love dreadlocks, then these simple sister locks will be excellent for your short hair.
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you might choose to have them loose as shown above or wear them in a ponytail or bun.
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Naturally kinky
This simple style requires no sweat at all.
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All you should probably do is to moisturise your hair regularly, say each morning.
Hairstyle with bands
This is probably one of the most common short hairstyles for women with short hair.
Tie the band around your head and have your hair pop out as in the pic above.
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Baby locks
Baby locks are a chic and fancy hairstyle for a short-haired lady that love dreadlocks.
you’re free to always start with baby locks and grow them into healthy dreadlocks.
you’ve got the option to also decide to maintain them short for that unique look.
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Simple hanging curls
you’re able to either have your stylist fix these twist braids or crochet them.
Women can always find a permed style that works for them.
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Permed undercut
This is an excellent style for a woman that loves to keep things simple and cute.
Simple and cute
This style will give you a serious look.
It is perfect for both the office and functions.
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you’re free to always accessorize as much as you want.
Cury perm
This will give you a neat but full look.
It is excellent for office and an official look.
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Updo look
This excellent style is for a woman that wants to have an updo look.
It is possible to get it done with short hair too.
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Finger waves
This is a classic style for a woman that is going for a minimal look.
It is one of the best styles for short hair.
Side part
you’ve got the option to always style your short hair with a side part.
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This makes you look simple, calm and collected.
What’s more, it can work in permed or natural hair.
Laid edges
Add some colour to the waves to get an aged and mature look.
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This style is excellent for an elderly woman that wants to look stylish and maintain her age.
It is not an exaggerated look.
Coloured pixie
Are you tired of boring black hairstyles?
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Choose a colour that complements your skin tone and complexion.
Smooth look
This style will give an all-round smooth finish as far as hair styling is concerned.
It will work perfectly for round-faced ladies that want a full look.
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All you need is a smile to complete the look.
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Your pixie could have a slight variation, and you will still look great.
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Fancy black natural hairstyles for short hair
There can never be enough hairstyles for African woman.
The following are examples of the best short hairstyles for natural African hair.
This is an authentic natural hairdo that all women trying to maintain a natural look will love.
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confirm you spray it every morning to give it a shiny sheen all day long.
Spunky Mohawk
One advantage of kinky hair is that it comes with volume and texture.
This is exactly what you get with this variation of the Mohawk style.
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It works for anyone that aims at creating a spunky vibe around herself.
The impression will last.
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Adding a dash of colour to it makes you appear more exquisite.
For a change, you’ve got the option to have your hair in baby locks.
To make it even more interesting, have it in a colour that you enjoy.
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Short dreadlocks
This is an excellent style for any lady that loves dreadlocks.
Do not dismiss the possibility of having locks because your hair is short.
you could try different styles before you settle for a signature look.
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She has a Bachelor of Commerce & IT from the University of Nairobi and joined Briefly.co.za in November 2019.
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