Adorable, Easy Hairstyles For Black Girls With Natural Hair (2023)

Wearing bubble ponytail holders and barrettes is a rite of passage for many Black girls. This style is created through parting the hair in several sections and using a bubble ponytail holder, also known as knocker balls, at the top of the twist, and then protecting the ends of the hair with a barrett.

Do you remember decorating your hair with beads as a child? Incorporating beads into braided styles holds cultural significance, and is a stylish way to elevate the classic style.

If you’re looking for a style that will last throughout the school week then bantu knots are perfect no matter your daughter’s age. Bantu knots, which originated from the Zulu tribe of South Africa, is an easy protective style that can last up to a week. The sectioned off hair is twisted and wrapped into a small bun where the hair is stacked on top of one another to create a spiral knot.

One of the easiest and quickest styles to do at home is pigtails. If you have no braiding techniques or you’re just short on time, pigtails are an easy go-to style in the mornings.

If your daughter is under the age of two, don't overly manipulate her hair. Instead after washing your baby girl's hair, add a little extra virgin coconut oil while it's still wet to lock in moisture. Since hair might be minimal at this age, decorate it with a beautiful red bow like Kaavia James Wade Union, who looks adorable matching her father in this monochromatic style.

If you're looking for a cute hairstyle for your young daughter, get some inspiration from Blue Ivy Carter. These Black girl braids are perfect and because there are only six, they won't take super long to achieve. When prepping the hair, make sure you detangle well after washing.

It may seem hard to find cute hairstyles for teenage girls, but Skai Jackson is showing us how! This sleek ponytail is an easy braided style created by solely braiding the ponytail (or buying a pre-braided box braid ponytail), leaving you with time to style her edges in a fun way.

Marsai Martin’s fun updo scores big points and is easy to replicate. Haven’t mastered the art of smooth edges? Grab a soft bristle brush along with your favorite edge control product and you’re ahead of the curve!

Most girls love a princess-inspired look. Try adding a modern twist as Faith Herman does here by adding a bit more texture to a traditional top-bun updo. Two-strand twists or simple braids work to elevate a simple look.

Hands down one of the simplest styles to replicate, Eris Baker embellishes her hair with just the right baubles. Fluff and tease your daughter’s strands while securing each puff with a floral rhinestone barrette. When creating hairstyles for Black girls with natural hair, especially 4C hair, it's essential to keep the hair moisturized with a lightweight leave-in conditioner.

This is an easy toddler hairstyle that won't be difficult if you have a kid who doesn't sit still for long. Leave the front out and two-strand her bangs using a light-hold gel. Place the remainder of the hair in two easy pigtails. Once dry, you're ready to unravel and play up this simple style!

Playful with a side of embellished twists, Faith Herman rocks a look we can all be envious of. Want to take it up a notch? Secure her updo pony twist with a few bobby pins and you’ll have a new protective style that'll last for days.

This pre-Grammy Gala honoring Diddy may have been his moment, but all eyes were on his three daughters D'Lila Star Combs, Chance Combs, and Jessie James Combs. These red carpet looks easily translate to great Black hairstyles for prom pictures or birthday celebrations. Whether it's a sleek ponytail like D'Lila Star and Jessie James or a top knot like Chance, these hairstyles for Black girls with weaves are sure to turn heads.

A statement style that’s easy and refined? Well, we can’t help but think Shahadi Wright Joseph enjoys being a scene stealer in this trendy upgrade to the classic bun. To get the look, loosely bobby pin her bangs back while smoothing down any stray baby hairs — it's the perfect natural hairstyle for girls. Help her strands stay moisturized and healthy, especially if she has low-porosity hair, by using a deep-conditioning heat cap that will help products penetrate into her strands.

Here’s the perfect wash-and-go option for healthy coils. Show her the ropes by moisturizing with a light leave-in conditioner, then air-drying (it's totally okay to ditch the hot blow dryer — you’ll thank us later!). Don’t forget to fluff and separate strands for the full effect like Lidya Jewett.

If you're not ready to let your teenage daughter have a full weave, you can dabble with clip-ins. Skai Jackson's red carpet look is perfect is the perfect prom hairstyle for natural hair. Part down the middle, twist the front, then add curly clip-ins on the side and back for volume. Twist the clip-ins with her natural hair and use a creamy leave-in moisturizer that won't weigh down the hair and provides a frizz-free look!

Experimenting with new shapes and textures is how your girl will grow to adore her hair (and that’s the key, right?). Get creative with protective styles like this one worn by Eris Baker. A flat, twisted low bun is the perfect no-fuss style for any occasion.

The fall and winter months are still the best time to give you both a break from over-manipulating precious strands. Box braids are a versatile style and Jayden Rey shows us how to style the look in this cute top knot. Extend the wear of her extensions by tending to her scalp and sleeping in a satin-lined scarf.

Okay, so we won’t kid you into thinking that gorgeous loose waves come with minimal effort. Instead, we’ll tempt you with a chic look Navia Robinson makes look easy. All you’ll need to complete this style is a flat iron and mastering a few curl-bumping techniques. To tame flyaways, smooth on a dime-sized amount of pomade where needed.