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Vertical Twisted Puffs Protective Hairstyle

A fun play on the traditional Afro puff hairstyle, these vertical puffs are one of the most elegant protective hairstyles for natural hair. Accessorize with small cornrows and flowers like the picture seen here for a hairstyle that is formal-event-ready in an instant.

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