10 Whimsical Bantu Knot Hair Styles To Choose From.

The Zulu people of South Africa originated Bantu Knots; "Bantu" being a term that simple translates to "people" in Zulu.

Bantu Knots as a hairstyle were historically originally worn as a protective, cultural hairstyle to keep coily natural hair safe from harsh climates and breakage.

The technique of the hair which involves twisting the coily hair and tucking them close to the scalp, was a practical way to keep the neck cool and hair from damage.

The coiling patterns of the knots were also said to resemble shapes in the cosmos, making the style deeply spiritual and symbolic of a person's status and identity.

To create Bantu Knots, the coily hair is usually sectioned off, twisted and wrapped in such a way that the hair looks like it is formed into a spiral knot.

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