I tried it again. The Bantu Knots.
Somehow missed the first go round—> Go Here. I’ll wait.
I took some of your advice and went about it a little differently
- I actually washed my hair first.
Last time it was done on 3 week old dirt that was sprayed with water and product added - I blow dried the water off my hair first. My hair holds water so I just did it enough so that it was still damp
- After blow drying it to a damp state I let it air dry for an hour
Looked like this:
Then, I added about 5 bantu knots to each side using a mixture of Beautiful Curls and Coconut oil, making sure to really seal the ends so they wouldn’t be frizzy
I forgot to take a photo of them while they were in but after playing with them, this was my final outcome.
I am pleased with the outcome. If I scarred you the first time, do you think you will try after all?!!
34 Comments
Melisa
July 12, 2012 at 5:55 pmGorgeous and yes, this has made me want to try!!
YUMMommy
July 12, 2012 at 6:18 pmLove it! Second time is the charm! It takes a little trial and error when dealing with hair styles and cooking I’ve learned.
Mimi
July 13, 2012 at 9:10 amWell I still have a long way to go with the cooking. I keep it basic for minimal mishaps
Ticka
July 12, 2012 at 7:12 pmSuccess!!! Love it!!
Leshe
July 12, 2012 at 7:25 pmYou look beautiful! Even though, I did enjoy the previous try a little too much!
Mimi
July 13, 2012 at 9:09 amThanks!! Yeah, this one wasn’t good for many laughs!
Alicia
July 12, 2012 at 9:47 pmI think it turned out great! Before my big chop I tried it once. I think it’s a nice change from a twist out.
Mimi
July 13, 2012 at 9:10 amIt is. You can really get stuck in the twist and braid out rut. Only thing was it only last a few days but it made for a nice top bun when it got old.
Shayla Barnes
July 13, 2012 at 8:53 amoh I love it! This one turned out MUCH better than the first…my hair is still a fro but I will try my bantu knots this way…thanks!
Mimi
July 17, 2012 at 9:55 amYes…MUCH better. Only thing is you have to redo them at night.
Laila (@OnlyLaila)
July 13, 2012 at 9:14 amAlways cute! Makes me want to grow my hair out.
Rosesdaughter
July 13, 2012 at 9:29 amBeautiful!!! Good job! But I did enjoy the photo from the last try!
Gerri
July 13, 2012 at 9:46 amVery, very pretty, Mimi. I went relaxer-free almost a year ago, gradually getting rid of all the processed hair. I can’t wait to try styles like this.
I will probably be hitting you up for natural hair tips because your hair type looks similar to mine. I washed mine for the first time on my own over the weekend, and let’s just say there were tears (and I’m not a cryer). My hair was unbelievably huge and tangled — I couldn’t even get a comb through it (and I’ve earned a whole new respect for my hair stylist). Turns out I used a transition-to-natural product that just wasn’t for my hair. After a repeat wash and using regular Pink Oil moisturizer (my go-to product for years), I was once again enthusiastic about my transition to natural.
Anyhoo, please dish where you got those earrings. Thanks, and have a good weekend!
Mimi
July 17, 2012 at 9:57 amHey!! That is the thing. Finding products that work for you. When I transitioned I was using Frederic Fekkai now I can’t use it for some reason. Once you get your products your good and the truth is the high dollar ones work no better than the reasonably priced ones.
I got my earrings from the clearance rack at Macys!!
OurLifeUnrehearsed
July 13, 2012 at 12:13 pmSimply gaaawwwwgeous!!! Happy you took the advice to try again with hair less wet. 🙂
Have a fab weekend!
Krissy
July 13, 2012 at 12:33 pmLove it! You know this is my go to every day style. I’ve taught a few people how to achieve the look. I think you shoul do it often!
Juicy Carter
July 13, 2012 at 10:36 pmCUTE!
Mrs. Pancakes
July 14, 2012 at 3:03 pmVery cute!! I don’t know if my hair is long enough but u would love to try:-)
brandi
July 15, 2012 at 7:14 amSecond Time’s the Charm! Your hair turned out really nice!
Mimi
July 17, 2012 at 8:48 amThanks Brandi!
Antonette
July 15, 2012 at 3:08 pmI may try it tonoght. If so. I’ll send a pic. I love urs Mimi!
Amanda
July 15, 2012 at 6:10 pmIt is so pretty Mimi….
Mimi
July 17, 2012 at 8:49 amPractice makes perfect!
Quiana
July 15, 2012 at 11:43 pmWhat a fun look! Love it!
Tia
July 16, 2012 at 10:15 amIt turned out super cute! Glad you gave it another try 🙂
TheProDiva
July 16, 2012 at 9:28 pmThis looks much better than the previous one. I am convinced that you have to have some moisture in your hair for this style to work. You look great!
ChicRoni
July 17, 2012 at 3:30 pmTwo words…LOVE IT!
Quala
July 17, 2012 at 7:50 pmI love it!
kareem
July 18, 2012 at 12:58 amWhere can i get my daughters that curls of beautiful
kt-notfortheweak.blogspot.com
Eboni
August 1, 2012 at 2:04 pmYay!!! Seee, I told you it would work. You just had to work on the technique until you got it just right. I love it!
Shon
September 9, 2012 at 7:15 pmHi, long time no chat!! I love your hair. I have the Beautiful Curls, but I stopped using it after I experienced flakes!! YIKES!
What products are your faves?
Thanks and have a great week!
Mimi
September 10, 2012 at 8:32 amI haven’t used Beautiful Curls although I’ve heard mixed reviews about it. I have moved to using Miss Jessie’s that I received in a swag bag and some coconut oil. I have so many products that I am just over all of them, not to mention that my daughter has a completely different texture from me so finding something that works for her as well has been a job!
Breanne
October 2, 2012 at 5:12 pmWhy didn’t you show a picture with the knots… I need that pic so I can copy and be fly like you!
Mimi
October 2, 2012 at 9:19 pmGirrrllll…Here is the first set I did. They looked like the ones in the picture I just made sure they dried fully the second time.
Here’s the link https://unlikelymartha.com/2012/06/bantu-knot/