Fun With Faux: DIY Marley Twist Hair Tutorials

Looking for a super easy protective style? Marley Twists are the perfect style that is good for any time of the year. Check out tutorial, and how do you styled Marley Twists. Creating Marley twists over locs is a stylish way to switch up your look without having to alter your natural hair permanently. Follow along Exyhair demonstrates each step, ensuring that you’ll achieve lightweight, textured locs that exude an effortless charm. Let’s dive in!

What are Marley Twists?

Marley twists are a type of protective hairstyle that involves twisting hair extensions (typically Marley hair) into your natural hair. Named after the famous reggae artist Bob Marley, Marley hair has a coarse, kinky texture similar to natural Afro-textured hair, which makes it ideal for creating thick, rope-like twists that resemble natural two-strand twists.

Key Features of Marley Twists

Texture

Marley hair is coarse and textured, making it blend well with natural hair, especially for those with curly or coily textures.

Thickness

Marley twists are usually thicker than other types of twists, like Senegalese twists, due to the texture and volume of Marley hair.

Versatility

These twists can be styled in various ways, including updos, buns, or left down.

Protective Style

Marley twists protect natural hair from environmental stressors and over-manipulation, promoting hair growth and health.

Installation

The twists are created by sectioning the hair, adding Marley hair extensions, and twisting them together with your natural hair. They can be done with or without added hair, depending on the desired look.

Marley twists are popular because they offer a natural, full-bodied look and can last for several weeks with proper care.

Features of Exyhair Marley Twists

Easy to use

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Advantages

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Material

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How To Do A Marley Twist?

What You‘ll Need

Marley hair extensions: Quantity depends on the desired fullness and length.

Rat-tail comb: For parting your hair.

Clips or hair ties: To section your hair.

Edge control gel: To smooth edges.

Moisturizer or leave-in conditioner: To keep your hair hydrated.

Scissors: For trimming any excess hair.

Shine-n-Jam or similar twisting product: To help with grip and hold.

Boiling water (optional): To seal the ends.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Prepare Your Hair

Cleanse: Start with freshly washed and conditioned hair. Make sure your hair is completely dry before starting.

Moisturize: Apply a leave-in conditioner or a light oil to keep your hair hydrated.

2. Section Your Hair

Parting: Use a rat-tail comb to divide your hair into sections. The size of each section will determine the size of your twists. For a fuller look, create larger sections; for thinner twists, make smaller sections.

Clip or tie: Secure each section with clips or hair ties to keep them out of the way.

3. Prepare the Marley Hair

Take a section of Marley hair. The amount you use will depend on how thick you want your twists to be. For a fuller twist, use more hair; for thinner twists, use less.

Fold the Marley hair in half, creating a loop in the middle.

4. Attach the Marley Hair

Placing the Extension: Place the loop of the Marley hair at the root of your natural hair section.

Blending: You can split your natural hair into two parts and begin twisting the Marley hair with your natural hair, or you can braid the Marley hair with your natural hair at the root for added security before twisting.

5. Twist the Hair

Twisting Technique: Start twisting by taking two sections (one of Marley hair and your natural hair together, or just the Marley hair) and twisting them around each other. Make sure to twist tightly enough that the hair stays in place but not so tight that it causes tension at the scalp.

Continue: Keep twisting all the way down to the ends of your hair. If the ends of the Marley hair start to unravel, use a small amount of hair gel or edge control to secure them.

6. Secure the Ends

If the ends are not sealing properly, you can dip them in boiling water to seal them. Be careful when handling hot water. This step is optional but can help with longevity and a cleaner finish.

7. Trim and Style

Trim: Use scissors to trim any uneven ends or stray hairs.

Style: You can wear your Marley twists in various styles—down, in a bun, ponytail, or any creative updo.

Tips for Maintenance:

Night care: Wear a satin bonnet or scarf at night to keep your twists neat and reduce frizz.

Moisturize: Spritz your twists and scalp with a light leave-in conditioner or oil mist to keep them moisturized.

Touch-ups: Redo edges or any frizzy twists as needed to keep your style looking fresh.

Marley twists can last 4-6 weeks with proper care. Enjoy your new look!

Conclusion

Marley Twists are not only intended to create a stylish look, they are also considered a protective style. In other words, if you are used to blow-drying, flat ironing, or chemically treating your curls, a good protective style is like a rehab for your hair. It will help lock in moisture, replenish your hair’s natural oils, restore shine, reduce frizz, promote hair growth, and improve the overall health of your hair. It will also protect your natural curls from harmful, sometimes unavoidable environmental factors that can deplete your hair of its natural moisture and shine.  

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