Want to know how to do French braids? This post is right for you!
The French braid is classic and timeless, can be worn in a double variation, and is perfect for second or third-day hair. The French braid is straightforward and simple to learn, despite the fact that it may appear challenging to accomplish on your own.
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a French braid but been intimidated by the process? Not to worry; our staff of experts can walk you through every step of any process involving hairstyles.
How to Do French Braids?
Whether you’re learning how to French braid your own hair or someone else’s, our easy step-by-step hair braiding tutorial shows how to master the perfect braided hairstyle in no time.
What You Need
- Hair band
- Brush
Follow These Steps
- Brush Hair: Remove any tangles or knots.
- Gather Hair at Top of Head and Divide it Into Three Sections Starting at the Hairline: Pick up enough hair from the crown of the head to begin a standard braid. It should be divided into three equal parts. Place the middle section between your thumb and a finger of either hand, the left section in your left hand, and the right section in your right hand.
- Cross the Sections: Cross the right section over the middle section to start the braid, then do the same with the left section. As you go, smooth the hair down. You should not want the braid to be loose and come undone, so pull sections fairly tightly.
- Add Hair to the Section: After adding a small amount of additional hair to this section from the right side of the head, cross this larger section of hair over the braid’s middle section. Tip: To avoid having a lopsided braid, make sure the sections of hair you are adding are roughly equal in size.
- Add Hair to the Section on the Other Side: The remaining hair on your left side of your head should be pulled up and into the left section, then crossed over the middle section in a small section (equal in size to the one you just gathered).
- Repeat Adding Hair and Crossing Sections: When you’ve gathered in all the extra hair strands, repeat steps 4 and 5 to add more hair. Finish with a standard braid at the bottom.
- Secure the Braid at the End With a Band: When you’ve finished braiding, wrap a hair band tightly around the end to secure it. Gently pull out the hair strands for more volume to give the braid the appearance of being fuller.
Tips for Doing French Braids
Here are some tips for you when making French braids.
Make It Look Tidy
Grab your hairspray and bobby pins if any flyaways or layers are still poking out of the French braid.
Apply a light mist of hairspray to any flyaways, being careful not to get any in your child’s eyes.
Any stray layers or pieces sticking out of the braid can be fixed with bobby pins.
Give Your French Braids An Extra Touch
If you want to give your French braids an extra special look, tie ribbons at the bottom over the rubber bands, or clip in a favorite hairbow to complete the look.
For more hairstyle guides, keep reading:
- How to Do Vintage Curls?
- How to Do Knotless Braids?
- How to Do Fishtail Braids?
- How to Do Waterfall Braids?
- How to Do The Low Bun Hairstyle?
Maintenance of French Braids
Regular maintenance is necessary to keep French braids looking their best.
The braid needs to be brushed every day with a soft-bristled brush and lightly misted with a lightweight hairspray or serum to keep it from getting frizzy or tangled.
You can loosen a braid by gently gliding your fingers through it if it gets too tight.
Final Words on How to Do French Braids
The French braid is a beautiful and classic hairstyle and a favorite to many.
Now that you are familiar with how to do French braids, there are multiple hairstyles you can achieve with this braid.
Given that these plaits tend to be on the tighter side, French braids are still a viable option if you want looser tendrils around the face and an overall loose braid.
Also Read: Dutch Braid Vs French Braid
FAQs about French Braids
How Long Do French Braids Last?
You should never keep braids for longer than eight weeks. Any longer than that will result in significant hair damage as your new growth will stretch, become damaged, and eventually break.
Is It Harder to French Braid Your Own Hair?
French braiding takes practice. You’ll get better the more you punish yourself!
Is It OK to Sleep With French Braids?
Hair can break in ponytails and braids, especially if the style is pulled too tightly. Hair damage may become permanent if you consistently wear it that way. If you can avoid sleeping in braids every single night, do it.
