Senegalese Twists

Long rope twists made with smooth synthetic hair, each one a glossy, tightly wound spiral running the full length.

BeforeSenegalese Twists

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The rope effect comes from twisting two strands hard in one direction and letting them wind back on themselves, which leaves a visible spiral from root to tip. Kanekalon supplies both the shine and the weight, so the twists hang straight down rather than swinging outward. Ends are dipped in hot water to seal them into a smooth point. That gloss is the real difference from Marley twists, which stay deliberately matte.

Suitsround, square, oval, heart face shapes. Long vertical rope lines pull the eye down the face, which narrows a round outline and softens the corners of a square jaw.
Hair typecoily, curly, medium density, thick. The base hair needs grip at the root to anchor a long synthetic twist and enough strength to carry the length without hairline tension.
UpkeepEight to twelve weeks maximum before take-down, with the edges checked for tension and the scalp washed using diluted shampoo in a bottle.
Ask forAsk for Senegalese twists in Kanekalon at the length you want, medium sections, with the ends sealed in hot water.

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Questions about Senegalese Twists

Who does the Senegalese Twists suit?

It works best on round, square, oval, heart face shapes. Long vertical rope lines pull the eye down the face, which narrows a round outline and softens the corners of a square jaw.

Does the Senegalese Twists work on my hair type?

Best on coily, curly, medium density, thick hair. The base hair needs grip at the root to anchor a long synthetic twist and enough strength to carry the length without hairline tension.

How much upkeep does a Senegalese Twists need?

Eight to twelve weeks maximum before take-down, with the edges checked for tension and the scalp washed using diluted shampoo in a bottle.

What do I ask my stylist for?

Ask for Senegalese twists in Kanekalon at the length you want, medium sections, with the ends sealed in hot water.

Can I try the Senegalese Twists on my own photo first?

Yes. HairGlam puts the Senegalese Twists on a photo of your own face in a few seconds, so you can judge it against your face shape and hairline before you book. It is free to download on iPhone and iPad with 12 free looks: 4 haircuts, 4 hair colors and 4 makeup looks, and some looks can also be tried free in your browser at hairglam.app/try.