Cornrows on natural hair are one of the oldest protective styles there is, and there’s a reason they’ve never gone out of style, they’re versatile, they last, and they can be as simple or as intricate as you want them to be. Let’s go through my favorite ways to wear them.
Here are twelve natural cornrow hairstyles worth trying.
Straight-Back Cornrows
Clean, simple, and classic, straight-back rows are the foundation every other cornrow style builds from, and they hold beautifully on their own.
Cornrows Into a Bun
Rows that feed into a low or high bun give you a polished, elevated finish that works just as well for the office as it does for a night out.
Curved, Freestyle Cornrow Patterns
Curved rows in creative patterns turn a protective style into a genuine art form, and no two designs ever look quite the same.
Cornrows With Natural Curl Left Out
Rows along the front or sides with the rest of your curls left loose blend protective styling with your natural texture on full display.
Jumbo Cornrows for Speed
Fewer, larger rows cut your styling time significantly, making this a great option when you need a protective style fast.
Caring for Your Scalp During Cornrows
A light oil applied directly to the scalp every few days keeps rows from feeling tight or dry throughout the weeks you wear them.
Complete the Look: More Natural Hairstyle Ideas
If you love the structure of rows but want more twist texture involved, my natural twist hairstyles guide is worth exploring next. Do you prefer your rows simple and clean, or are you drawn to more creative patterns?
