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The Sleek High Ponytail for Natural Hair

The sleek high puff ponytail is a classic and stunning natural hairstyle. It features flawlessly slicked-down edges with a voluminous, textured "puff" of curls at the crown.

A Black woman with a stunning sleek high puff ponytail, showcasing perfectly laid edges and a voluminous, healthy afro puff at the crown.
Learn how to achieve the perfect sleek high puff ponytail on natural hair. A stunning contrast of sleek edges and a voluminous puff.
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Did you know?

This hairstyle is a modern evolution of the classic ponytail. For afro-textured hair, the "puff" became a go-to for its simplicity, and sleek edges elevated it to a formal look.

KEY BENEFITS OF HAIRSTYLE

Benefits
  1. A beautiful contrast of sleek and textured


  2. Elegantly showcases your natural curl pattern


  3. Keeps all hair securely off the face


  4. A versatile look for casual or formal wear


  5. Lifts and accentuates the cheekbones

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How to ask your stylist for this hairstyle 

Tips

"This is an at-home style! The foundation is a healthy puff. At a salon, you can ask for a deep conditioning treatment to make your curls pop."

People also ask 

Question & Answer

How do I get my 4C hair into a puff?

The trick is to work on stretched hair (like an old twist-out). Use a long shoelace or bungee cord to gather your hair, as it allows you to tighten the base without pulling too hard.

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