Braided Hairstyles for Long Hair
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Classic Braid:
Divide hair into three equal sections.
Cross the right section over the middle section, then cross the left section over the new middle section.
Continue crossing sections over each other until the braid is complete.
French Braid:
Start at the crown of the head and divide hair into three equal sections.
Cross the right section over the middle section.
Take a small section of hair from the right side and add it to the right section.
Cross the left section over the new middle section.
Take a small section of hair from the left side and add it to the left section.
Repeat steps 2-4 until all hair is incorporated into the braid.
Dutch Braid:
Similar to a French braid, but the sections are crossed under each other instead of over.
Start at the crown of the head and divide hair into three equal sections.
Cross the right section under the middle section.
Take a small section of hair from the right side and add it to the right section.
Cross the left section under the new middle section.
Take a small section of hair from the left side and add it to the left section.
Repeat steps 2-4 until all hair is incorporated into the braid.
Fishtail Braid:
Divide hair into two equal sections.
Take a small section of hair from the outside of the left section and cross it over the right section.
Take a small section of hair from the outside of the right section and cross it over the left section.
Continue alternating sides and crossing sections until the braid is complete.
Topsy Tail Braid:
Create a small hole in the hair just above the nape of the neck.
Pull the ponytail through the hole from behind.
Split the ponytail in half and pull each half through the two outer sections of the hole.
Tighten the braid by pulling on the ends.
Crown Braid:
Start by creating a Mohawk section from the front to the back of the head.
Braid the remaining hair on either side of the Mohawk into two French braids.
Cross the right braid over the left braid and pin it in place.
Cross the left braid over the right braid and pin it in place.
Repeat steps 2-3 until all hair is incorporated into the crown braid.
Waterfall Braid:
Create a side part.
Start at the top of the head and create a three-strand braid as if you were making a French braid.
After the first few crosses, drop the bottom strand of the braid and pick up a new strand from the side of the head.
Continue braiding in this manner, crossing the top two strands and dropping the bottom strand.
Once the braid reaches the desired length, secure it with a clear elastic.
Braided Bun:
Create a high ponytail.
Braid the ponytail using any desired braid technique.
Wrap the braid around the base of the ponytail and secure with bobby pins.
Optionally, leave some loose strands of hair around the face for a romantic look.
Braided Halo:
Create a braid on either side of the head, starting from the temple and ending at the nape of the neck.
Cross the right braid over the left at the back of the head and pin it in place.
Cross the left braid over the right at the front of the head and pin it in place.
Repeat steps 2-3 until all hair is incorporated into the halo braid.
1. Fishtail Braid:
Fishtail Braid
Steps:
1. Section hair: Divide your hair down the middle from forehead to nape of neck, creating two equal sections.
2. Take a small strand: From the outside of the left section, grab a small strand of hair close to the part.
3. Cross over: Bring the left strand over the top of the left section and cross it over to the inside of the right section.
4. Grab another strand: Now, from the outside of the right section, grab a small strand close to the part.
5. Cross under: Bring the right strand under the bottom of the right section and cross it over to the inside of the left section.
6. Repeat: Continue alternating between taking strands from the left and right sections, crossing them over and under, until you reach the ends of your hair.
7. Finish: When you run out of hair, secure the braid with a hair tie or elastic band.
Tips:
For a tighter braid, pull the strands firmly as you cross them over and under.
For a looser, more relaxed braid, loosen the tension as you braid.
Use a hairspray or mousse to hold the braid in place all day.
Add hair accessories like beads or ribbons to personalize your braid.
Section the hair into two equal parts.
Step 1: Section the Hair into Two Equal Parts
1. Brush the hair thoroughly to remove any tangles or knots.
2. Create a center part using a comb or brush.
3. Divide the hair into two equal sections, using your fingers or a hairbrush.
4. Secure each section with a hair tie or clip to keep it out of the way while you braid.
Take a small section from the outside of the left section and cross it over to the inside of the right section.
Take a small section from the outside of the left section and cross it over to the inside of the right section. Continue this process, alternating sides, until you reach the end of your hair. Secure the braid with a hair elastic.
Repeat with a small section from the outside of the right section, crossing it over to the inside of the left section.
Outside-to-Inside Braid
1. Start with a small section of hair from the outside of the right section.
2. Cross it over to the inside of the left section.
3. Take the next small section from the outside of the left section and cross it over to the inside of the right section.
4. Continue this pattern until you reach the end of the hair.
5. Secure the braid with a hair tie.
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