What Are Bantu Knots?
The Zulu People of Southern Africa Originated Bantu Knots, a Hairstyle Where the Hair Is Sectioned Off, Twisted, and Wrapped in a Such a Way That the Hair...
What Are Bantu Knots? The Zulu people of southern Africa originated Bantu knots, a hairstyle where the hair is sectioned off, twisted, and wrapped in a such a way that the hair stacks upon itself to form a spiraled knot.
What is the purpose of Bantu knots?
They are made by twisting your hair around itself until it forms a knot that resembles a stack of tires. It is used as protective style for both natural and relaxed hair and is commonly used in overnight routines to preserve longer lasting and more defined curly styles.
Why are Bantu knots offensive?
Bantu knots specifically have been appropriated by a number of high profile celebrities over the years including Khloé Kardashian who, in 2016, posted a photo of herself wearing the hairstyle on social media. The image sparked outrage due to the fact that she gave no recognition to the history of the hairstyle.
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