How to Get Bouncy Curls with Bantu Knots

Thinking of redefining your curls or giving your hair some extra bounce? Try the bantu knots technique. Follow our quick steps to master the skill and wave goodbye to bad hair days once and for all.

What will I Need to Get Curls with Bantu Knots?

Hair Pins
Curl Holding Cream
Conditioning spray
Spare ten minutes before you go to sleep

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Step to Achieve Bouncy Curls with Bantu Knots

How to Get Bouncy Curls with Bantu Knots

Step 1: Gently rub holding cream into your hair

Apply holding cream onto your hair, focusing on the ends. Make sure your strong hold cream is with oils or moisturising properties that will help prevent your hair from drying out.

Step 2: Start to twist

Start at the front with a small section. Twist the hair around until a bantu knot takes shape. Your hair will fall into the bantu twist itself – just be firm and keep twisting your locks.

Step 3: Pin the bantu knot

Go for pins you feel most comfortable using. Once in a tight twist, pin the knot firmly to make sure it doesn’t undo itself!

Step 4: Repeat, repeat, repeat

Use the same technique on the rest of the hair. Section, twist and pin in place.

Step 5: For extra moisture, spritz on some moisturiser

Spray on some moisturiser to protect and hydrate your hair.

Step 6: Bed time!

For the curls to set, you will need to wait a few hours. This is why it’s best to do bantu knots before sleeping or if you are having a relaxing day at home.