30 Senegalese Twist Styles

If you’re looking for a protective hairstyle that keeps your natural locks safe while giving you lots of styling versatility, Senegalese twists offer high-shine hair that can be worn a ton of different ways. Most often installed using synthetic Kanekalon hair, Senegalese twists (also known as rope braids) use a two-strand twist technique that looks ultra chic. Senegalese twists can look similar to Marley or Havana twists, but are usually thinner in diameter and more silky looking. With so many different lengths and colors to choose from, this protective style gives you just as many options as box braided styles but in a slightly different texture that offers up some high-shine potential. If you’re looking for something new and creative for your next protective hairstyle, take a look at 30 of our favorite Senegalese twist styles.

While some ladies love to wear their Senegalese twists in ultra long lengths, you can easily shape them into a mid-length style that’s a little more manageable. This long bob lands right around shoulder length, creating a twist style that’s long enough to tie up, but not so long that it gets in your way.

These Senegalese twists are long, silky, and insanely glamorous. Style with a center part and you can wear this gorgeous head chain to dress up your protective style for a fancy night out.

If you don’t want to wear your Senegalese twists in a stick-straight style, you can give them some added texture either right after installation or a few weeks later to freshen them up. Wrap twists in flexible perm rods, then carefully dip in hot water, and allow to fully dry before unravelling. Feel free to experiment with different size rods to make your curly look more dynamic.

For an edgy but trendy way to wear a Senegalese twist style, pair the long rope braids with shaved hair at the sides. With fewer twists on your head, you can go for an ultra long length and still won’t feel like your hair is too big or heavy.

Add a few twists in a contrasting color to give your Senegalese twist style an extra pop without going full-on rainbow. This style is perfect for women in more conservative workplaces where ultra-bright shades of hair aren’t allowed.

If you’re bored of basic black braids and twists, try a new color to freshen up your protective style and compliment your skin tone. This deep, rich burgundy looks incredible against olive complexions and most deeper skin tones.

With ultra skinny Senegalese twists, a whole range of styles become possible. These twists have been styled into a three-strand braid that will add some extra versatility to your styling arsenal on days when you want to feel feminine and romantic.

Pop a few hair jewels into your Senegalese twists to add an extra accessory to your look. Even on the most casual days, this metallic shine will make you feel like a hair superstar.

Layering different colors of hair in your Senegalese twist crochet braids style adds extra depth and dimension. With a warm brown shade underneath and honey blonde on top, this is the perfect twist style for ladies with golden-toned skin, especially during spring and summer.

For a wedding or other special occasion, try this chic updo to secure your Senegalese twists in place. This style goes especially well with strapless or backless dresses, keeping your hair from interfering with your gorgeous outfit.

This twist out style sees hair installed in Senegalese twists about half way down its length, with the rest of hair left loose. A wave pattern helps to give this style extra texture, beginning a few inches from the roots so as not to add unwanted volume.

This vibrant purple shade makes Senegalese twists pop, with an amethyst jewel tone that does an incredible job of making brown eyes pop.

High buns and top knots have been very on-trend for the past few years, and are a great way to keep your twists looking chic and secured on busy days.

This golden honey brown shade senegalese twist crochet braids is perfect for fall, bringing a little extra warmth to your hairstyle and complexion as the weather outside starts to cool.