These Are The Black Hairstyles That I Think Can Survive A Sexy Session

    Guaranteed to keep you looking cute in the kinkiest conditions.

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    by Maya Franklyn

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    I don't know about you, but as a Black woman, I love switching up my hairstyle on a regular basis, and if you can relate, you'll know we can do it so effortlessly.

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    Keeping it creative and fun while exercising our versatility is a win.

    But I know something that would make these hairstyles more beneficial — being able to withstand some intense sexy time.

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    I dedicate so much time, effort, and money into getting hairstyles that I expect to last a long time. So, glancing in a mirror after a night of passion to see my fresh hairstyle now looking tired is an issue.

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    Now, there are some hairstyles I wouldn't even entertain the idea of getting busy wit' it in, unless I was fully protected. I'm talking, hair wrapped and tied in a satin scarf, with a bonnet on top, and even then it's a risky game.

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    Including anything that involves direct heat. Silk presses, weaves with natural leave out, blow outs, and anything else that needs your hair to be manipulated by blow dryers or straighteners. 

    If it isn't obvious, combining straightened hair with sweat is a no. Silk turns into a 'fro real quick, and all you'll have is selfies you took earlier to show for it.

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    Even a satin scarf won't save you, because it just makes you more hot — activating more frizz. Avoid entirely or proceed with caution. 

    Don't get me wrong, I'm here for luscious hair defying gravity, but not right now!

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    So if you're in need of a list, providing safe and protective hair-do's that understand the assignment, I've got you:

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    Box-braids: the muva of protective styles.

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    There will be no shifting and no surprises. I'm safe to get buck wild, hair pulling and all. When this style is fresh, it's tight, and I'm not trying to get an intense migraine, so the mane is yanked gently, and I look like a mini stallion in the process! 

    Cornrows: the runner up.

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    Do you see what I mean? The hair isn't going anywhere because it literally can't!  At most, the edges will be freestylin', but refreshing them is a daily job for any style. I'm slapping on that headscarf and living my best life! 

    Twists with extensions: pure twisting and turning shall commence!

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    Emphasis on with extensions! I don't know if I could totally trust this look with my natural hair alone but locked in with some added hair and I'm good to go. Now, the longevity of this style lasting many weeks is another story; all I'm saying is it's not a one-and-done regarding the bedroom antics. 

    Slick back ponytails: anything involving Got2Be hairspray can be trusted.

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    Listen, that hairspray was crafted by angels. I'm going to go as far as saying I could dive head first into an ocean and my ponytail wouldn’t budge. Relying on disloyal styling gels and edge controls is silly, but a rock solid, sprayed to the God's pony has my back!

    Your natural 'fro: if all you have to do is re-pick, then it's calm.

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    No money was wasted, and no real effort was made. The reality is, this style would have only lasted one day anyway, and I would have had to re-pick to achieve the same volume. So yeah, mash it up *wink wink*. 

    Weaves with natural hair textures: This is basically my hair, and you can't tell me otherwise.

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    Length and volume that range from loose curly to the kinkiest coils, yes please! This is my vibe, and doing the grown up is bliss. I don't need to apply heat to my leave-out to blend it. So sweat is irrelevant; I just spritz, slick, and go!

    Bantu-knots: annoying to sleep in, but reliable to bust it open in.

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    There are cons with this one where comfort is concerned, but let's just focus on the fact that my hairstyle will remain intact! Unless I'm going to war with the bedroom buddy, I really don't need to think about my hair with this one. 

    Locs: locked in and ready for battle.

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    Any extra fuzz adds to the look, so embrace it! A permanent style that doesn't need daily maintenance sounds perfect for a spicy session. There is no unravelling or loosening, so you're pretty much in the safe zone for all physical activity! 

    Faux locs: Your hair shouldn't be the only thing wrapped up — but at least it is.

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    A temporary version of the style above, wrapped and hidden safely under kinky textured synthetic hair, means I can turn my wild thoughts into actions! Needless to say, whether individuals or crocheted in, getting my freak on isn't a problem a little edge tamer won't fix. 

    Buzz cut: No hair, just vibes.

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    If you want to be freed from the shackles of thinking of new hairstyles, then at least you know shaving it all off means fewer worries in the bedroom. It's a bit obvious why that would be the case because all you'll know is low maintenance. So free up the ting, and enjoy!

    Wash 'n' go live your best life.

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    You wash your hair, then apply your leave-in products, and the week is yours! I'm not really a wash & go person because all my head knows is frizz; it needs no help in that department, but if your hair behaves, then the extra shaking and bouncing will only add to the volume! It gives a whole new meaning to bedhead. 

    Wigs: Don't ask me about lace fronts. This is all about the ones that come on and off daily.

    Top knot bun: It needs to be secured tight and slicked.

    Anything crocheted: If it's tucked in, I can tuck in.

    But if you’ve ever thought about other styles that should be avoided no matter how brave you're feeling, so have I.

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    Old braids: If you want to see one or two of them on the floor, then proceed.

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    Yes, they look cute as they age, but I've heard stories that have made my heart cry. Braids that should be in your head, staring at you on the floor. The embarrassment, the shame. Don't do it to yourself; the recovery is long. 

    Clip ins: more like clipped in than ripped out.

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    Whew. If you welcome bald spots, then please carry on. But there is nothing enjoyable about clip-ins being pulled. Of course, you could tell your partner to calm down, but things get lost in the moment; just don't let it be your edges. 

    Tape ins: aka ripped out with thin edges.

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    Much like clip-ins, tape-ins are not to be messed with. They just look too natural for your own good, ready to be yanked with confidence. Now you're left with thin strands all over. So if the headscarf is not around, then forget it.

    So there you have it, some of my do's and dont's when getting frisky and maintaining Black hair.

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    I know we can have just as much carefree fun as everyone else, but my hair’s more important.

    If it isn't that deep to you, that's fine, but there's nothing wrong with noting down some faithful hairdos for the girlies who want to slay while being slayed.

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    Join in and tell us your trusted hairstyles that have got your back while you arch it! We're eager to hear them!

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