12. Long, Thick, and Curly

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Some Black women have red hair with darker roots. This amazingly glamorous long red mane boasts ultra thick curls. To help your own red hair stand out, consider rocking a gold eyeshadow.

13. Coiled Bantu Knots

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Bantu knots are a popular hairstyle for Black women and it’s easy to see why. Not only are they a beautiful protective hairstyle, but they can be superbly chic when tightly wrapped with long braided tendrils to hang down near the face. 

14. Light Red Curly Hair

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Dark red isn’t the only shade that Black women flaunt naturally. This light red is rich in its ginger and makes thick curls shine. The only thing that makes the mane more gorgeous are the woman’s freckles. 

15. High Ponytail

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When women of color have a lighter skin tone, you’ll often see them with an equally light or medium shade of red hair. This super high ponytail beautifully displays tight curls. 

16. Curly Red Pixie

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Even a short hairstyle can help Black women brag about their beautiful red hair. Short pixies may crop the hair, but curls spring back to life in an edgy way. A light pink blush is just the shade to complement red hair too.

17. Long Wavy Red Hair

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Some Black women may choose to highlight their red hair by adding darker or lighter highlights in red or brown. These long waves are soft, smooth, and stand out with a simple center part.

18. Cinnamon Red Afro Pixie

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A dusting of cinnamon hair color is a popular way to enhance red hair if you’re a Black woman. This short afro pixie is one of the best hairstyles to let your natural hair breathe in a trendy way.