Twist braids have always held an irreplaceable role in the evolving history of Black women’s fashion and hair styling. Celebrated for their unique blend of chic style and untamed natural energy, these protective hairstyles are vibrant, versatile, and deeply creative—always highlighting the innate and radiant beauty of Black girls.
In our previous blogs, we explored the world of kinky twists and mini twists. Today, we’re diving into the captivating realm of spring twists and passion twists. At first glance, these two styles may look like twins, but each has its own distinct personality and technique.
This guide will take a closer look at their key differences, walk you through step-by-step installation methods, and share pro tips to help you truly understand and master each twist style. Whether you’re new to protective styling or looking to expand your skills, we’re here to help you create stunning, confident looks with ease.
What are Spring Twists and Passion Twists?
Spring twists and passion twists orally are not only refer to twist hairstyles but also the hair extensions(bulk braiding hair and crochet hair) used for themselves.
Spring twists are defined by their tight, bouncy, spring-like curl pattern and Passion twists are known for their softer, bohemian, and slightly undone look.
Understanding the Key Differences Between Spring Twists and Passion Twists
While they share a family resemblance, Spring Twists and Passion Twists are distinct twist braid styles. Knowing their key differences is the best way to decide which one is perfect for your next look. Let's break it down by their defining characteristics.
Defining Characteristic: Curl & Style
This is the most noticeable difference between the two styles.
- Spring Twists are known for their tight, coiled, and highly textured appearance. Imagine a slinky or a tight telephone cord—each twist has a consistent, spring-like bounce and a defined, uniform pattern. This creates a full, bold, and structured look that is full of volume and energy.
- Passion Twists feature a softer, wavier, and more bohemian ("boho") curl pattern. The twists are looser, less uniform, and have a gentle, cascading wave. This results in an effortless, romantic, and "goddess-like" vibe that feels more lightweight and free-flowing compared to its springy counterpart.
Weight & Feel on Your Hair
The difference in materials and density directly impacts how these styles feel to wear.
- Spring Twists tend to be denser and slightly heavier. The crimped or coily braiding hair used is often thicker, and the tight packing of the twists can add more weight to your head. While not typically uncomfortable, those with very sensitive scalps or finer hair may feel the weight more initially.
- Passion Twists are famously lighter and airier. The softer hair used and the looser twisting technique create a style that feels less dense on your head. This makes Passion Twists a fantastic option for anyone who prefers a comfortable, lightweight protective style or is new to wearing twists.
Signature Braiding Hair Textures
The unique look of each style can be more easily achieved by using specific textures of braiding hair.
- For Spring Twists: The signature texture is crimped tight curly or coiled braiding hair(3b-4c hair). This hair comes with a tight, kinky, zig-zag pattern already set into the fibers. When installed, it instantly creates that iconic springy texture without any special technique.
- For Passion Twists: The look is achieved using softer, wavy or loose curly textured braiding hair, often referred to as "Passion Twist hair". It's not tight crimped; instead, it has a loose, wavy pattern. The signature texture comes from the two-strand twisting installation method itself, which stretches and manipulates the wavy hair into its final bohemian form.
By understanding these core differences in style, feel, and the unique braiding hair textures used for each, you can confidently choose the twist style that best aligns with your desired aesthetic and comfort needs.
How to Install Spring Twists and Passion Twists?
Before we dive into the installation tutorials, I want to highlight A key,and often overlooked factor:Whether your twisting direction aligns with the hair's curl pattern directly determines your final twist style and its longevity.
For neat and durable twists, always try to match your twisting direction to the hair’s pre-formed curl pattern. On the other hand, twisting sections in opposite directions can make it easier to achieve loose, bohemian-style twists.
How to Install Spring Twists?
How to Install Crochet Spring Twist Hair
How to Install Spring Twists with Braiding Hair?
How to Install Passion Twists with Braiding Hair?