10 Best Protective Hairstyles For Short Natural Hair

by To All My Black Girls on December 24, 2024

@thedemarah

Protective styles are amazing for keeping natural hair healthy and beautiful. However, when you have short hair, protective styling can sometimes be confusing since short hair is often considered less versatile. However, short hair can be transformed into so many gorgeous hairstyles, you just need to choose the right one.

Need some style ideas? We got you covered. In this article, we've put together a curated collection of some seriously beautiful protective styles that are perfect for short hair. Whether you prefer to use extensions or rock your natural curls, we've got something for everyone. Read ahead to find your next look.

Benefits of protective styling short natural hair

Reduces Breakage:  Natural hair does not receive enough natural oils from the scalp, so it is prone to dryness that often results in breakage. Putting your hair in a protective style will help keep your hair from losing moisture quickly and also protect your ends from exposure to friction and damage.

Improves Length Retention: If you want to grow your short hair, protective styles can help you do just that. By keeping your hair tucked in and protected from damage, you will be able to retain more length and over time you will notice significant hair growth.

Low maintenance: Protective styles are perfect for anyone too busy to style their hair multiple times a week. They are low maintenance and can usually last for two weeks or more.

Now, let's dive into our top protective style recommendations for short naturalistas.

10 Best Protective Styles For Short Natural Hair

1. Bantu Knots

@jay_anoka

Simple and equally stylish, Bantu knots are a great hairstyle for those whose hair is at least more than four inches in length. They are also very easy to do, so you can try it yourself without going to a stylist. 

2. Flat Twists

@plush_naturalhairtz

Flat twists are another chic and easy protective style that is perfect for those with short to medium-length hair. This hairstyle is great for school or work and can be accessorised with our slogan hair clips for more drama.

3. Mini Twists

@adannamadueke

Mini twists are an amazing protective style because they look beautiful no matter how long your hair is. They are very low maintenance and can last for several weeks as long as you cover them with a satin bonnet before going to bed to keep them from getting frizzy.

4. Braided Low Bun

Looking for an easy last-minute protective style you can do in less than ten minutes? This cute braided bun is the perfect look for you.

5. Box Braids

@jay_anoka

Box braids are a classic protective style you can never go wrong with. They are perfect for any occasion and always look incredible no matter how short your hair is. They also last for several weeks so they are ideal for low-maintenance girls.

6. Wigs

A high-quality human hair wig is a great protective style for anyone who wants to try different looks without constantly manipulating their natural hair. Once your hair is tucked under the wig, you can change your hairstyle as often as you like and even rock different types of wigs like our headband wigs, lace front wigs, or even a U/V part wig.

7. Mini Braids 

@jay_anoka

If you love mini twists and the versatility that comes with being able to restyle them however you want, then you'll absolutely love mini braids. This hairstyle looks lovely on any length of hair and can be styled into a cute bun or a half-up half-down hairstyle.

8. Rubber Band Low Ponytail

This cute low ponytail is the perfect way to wear a ponytail if you have short hair. Instead of trying to force your hair to fit into a ponytail and causing unnecessary damage, just create a rubber band look like this and secure the ends without kinky straight ponytail extensions.

9. Cornrows

@oulfabeauty

There is just something so effortlessly iconic about cornrows. Whether you going for a glam look or just out on a casual day, this hairstyle always looks beautiful and the best part is, anyone can do it even if their hair is as short as two inches. 

10. Curly Weave

 If you don't want to deal with styling your natural hair for a few weeks, weaves are the ideal protective style for you. For a natural look, you will need to use a curly weft that matches your natural texture and that's where we come in. Whether you have type 3 or Type 4 curls, our collection of high-quality human hair weaves are made to fit all natural hair types.



No matter how short your hair is, there is a hairstyle that will suit your needs. Protective styles are chic, low maintenance and perfect for keeping your curls healthy all through the year, so be sure to try them out whenever you feel like doing something different with your hair.

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