Hair Braiding Guidances 1.0

The thing that makes this braid so special: texture—and lots of it, Cho says. If you have naturally wavy or curly hair like Lawrence, add mousse and salt spray to damp strands and then diffuse your hair upside down to bring out natural bends. If your hair is straight, you’ll want to use a flat iron or curling iron to add waves. Next, tease your roots with a comb to add lift at the crown.

For example, in the loop braid you’ll see below, my hair had to be slightly damp and I also used mousse to help keep it smooth. Some braids will call for hairspray while some just a spray shine, but often the products depend on your type of hair. If your hair is very soft and sleek you might have to use hairspray to keep it in place.I hope these braids inspire you to try something different next time you style your hair. If this is something new for you then start by trying it out during the weekend when you have slightly more time to get ready.

. So, go ahead and get to braiding in your downtime. Netflix and braiding, anyone? Also, an added tip to smooth out the individual pieces before continuing with the style. You can do this with either your fingers or a boar bristle brush, if you're feeling fancy. Another helpful step is to add texture to your hair before you begin braiding. Spritz your hair with a bit of hairspray to add grip and texture. This will make braiding your hair that much more simple, which as a braiding newbie is everything I need.

Ok, so I may be getting a little carried away here, but I promise I won’t go on to a quadruple version. This just looks so interesting and professional! It’s the same concept as the double waterfall, only you add one more braid below the second one. Take note, this may only really work out with thick hair.I love this style – it almost looks like a basket weave at the back of your head. This gorgeous look is achieved with two waterfall braids, after which you simply sweep the remaining hair to the side to tie into a ponytail.

Knowing how to do a cornrow braid can be invaluable to a parent who has children with natural hair. Braids are a great protective style to use in your natural kid’s hair in order to keep it hidden and protected from elements such as the sun, wind and extreme temperatures.It is also a great styling mechanism if you want your kid’s hair to grow, rest or you’re just tired of fussing with it daily. Keep in mind, however, that you shouldn’t leave cornrows in longer than up to 3 weeks because they are continually pulling on your child’s hair line which can cause thinning around their edges.

Now that you’ve created two french braids, and secured them with clear elastics, it’s time to pin your hair into that faux milkmaid braid look. All you’re going to do is bring one braid around your head and under the other. Then pin it the end of the braid just behind your ear, hiding it behind the other braid. Add pins to secure the full braid to your head. Bring the second braid around and under the first and pin it just behind your ear as well. Add pins as needed until it feels secure.

Spray hair with a sea salt mist and use your fingers to add texture throughout. Blow-dry hair upside down for extra volume on top. Gather the top section of hair above both ears and secure in the back with bobby pins, pushing them up and into the hair to add volume. Create a loose fishtail braid using uneven sections of hair. Tie the end with a ribbon or elastic, then tie another one around the braid a few inches higher.

French-braiding someone else's hair isn't too hard. We all learned at slumber parties and summer camp. But French braiding your own hair? That's something else altogether. You have to reach behind your head and do everything backwards, with nothing but a mental picture in your mind of what you're actually doing. But you shouldn't have to call your BFF over to your house every time you want that hairstyle. You can do it yourself -- we promise. Here's how to French braid your own hair.