Two Ways to Add Curl Extensions to Your Mini Twists or Braids

Method 1: Twist-in-and-Leave-Out

Perfect for: That mini twists with leave-out curls, adding extra oomph to your regular mini twists.

What You’ll Do:

1. Prep your sectioned natural hair with your favorite curling cream. (You already know our Curling Gum is that girl.)
2. Take a piece of pre-curled extension hair — spring twist, water wave, boho curls — whatever matches your mood.
3. Apply a bit of curling cream to the extension, and fold it in half.
4. Twist or braid it into your natural hair at the root — not too tight, not too loose. Just right.
5. As you twist your way down, leave out the curly tail from the extension for that soft, bouncy finish.
6. You can twirl the ends, leave them loose, or fluff ‘em up for volume — just don’t leave them dry and confused.
7. Add a bit of curl cream or mousse to keep everything soft and defined.

The Vibe:

She’s soft. She’s giving “boho but intentional.” This twist-and-curl combo is perfect for work, brunch, date night, or catching compliments in the grocery store. You choose.

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🪄 Method 2: Crochet-In Curls After Mini Twists

Perfect for: When you already twisted your life away but decide last minute you want curly ends too (because why not be extra?).

What You’ll Need:

• Pre-curled hair (spring twist, boho curls, water wave — lightweight + drama-ready)
• Small crochet hook (yes, the tiny one that gets lost in every drawer)
• Mini twists already installed
• Scissors (for shaping ends, not trimming exes)
• Curling cream, or mousse

✨ Step-by-Step:

1. Do your mini twists first. Natural hair or twisted-in extensions — just get your twist life together before moving on.
2. Prep the curly extension hair by gently separating it into small pieces. (Think volume, not chaos.)
3. Choose where you want curls — a few peekaboo twists or every twist for full-on vibes.
4. Slide your crochet hook under a twist.
5. Hook a small piece of the curly extension and pull it halfway through the twist.
6. Loop it through and pull to secure — like you’re tying a little knot of fabulousness.
7. Repeat the crochet step throughout your head. Go full glam or keep it subtle.
8. Trim any uneven bits, fluff with your fingers, and use mousse or cream to blend the curls in with your twist ends.

💁🏽‍♀️ The Vibe:

Think of this as twist remix energy. It’s perfect if you don’t want to commit to curly ends from the beginning — or if you woke up and decided, “These twists could use a lil drama.” Great for revamping old twists or creating a style that screams soft but spicy.

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Grab our Curling Gum — perfect for defining both your natural strands and your added curls. Infused with hibiscus, aloe, and proteins to keep everything juicy, shiny, and flake-free. Because your twists deserve luxury.

💡 Final Words:

Mini twists are cute. Mini twists with curls? That’s main character energy.

So whether you’re twisting in the curls from the jump, or adding them after like a plot twist — this is your sign to give your style a little bounce, a little fluff, and a whole lotta slay.

Now go forth and twist… with curls that say, “yes it’s mine — plus a little help.”