Braid Hairstyles

Braid Hairstyles are really beautiful, If you have long hair, you’re probably accustomed to braiding it. Braiding hair is an excellent way of keeping long hair in order as well as making it look eye-catching and pretty. Braided hairstyles can be worn at home as well as at work and at formal social functions.
There are many different types of hairstyles that incorporate braids.

• The English Braid hairstyle
  
  
  English Braid hairstyle

This is the most common braid and is quick and easy to create even on yourself.

1. Separate all the hair into three even portions and comb to ensure that all tangles are removed.
2. Then, you will need to use both hands, starting with the right portion cross is over the middle portion shifting the portion to the opposite hand, then cross the left portion over the portion that is now in the middle. 3
3. Place all portions back into the beginning hand separating each portion with your fingers.
4. Pull each portion away from each other to ensure that the braid is tightened as you go.
5. Continue the process alternating right and left portions over the middle portion, tightening the braid as you make it, until you reach the nap of the neck or have braided all the hair.
6. You can either use an elastic band, a bow or ribbon to tie the braid.

• The Fishtail or Herringbone Braids

This is a stunning two-strand braid and is a great way to learn the concept of French braiding before tackling three strands.

1. Divide a small section of hair where you want the braid to start (usually at the hairline at the front of the head or just behind your bangs if you have them) into two even sections.
2. Comb each section smooth.
3. Cross the right hand section over the left section.
4. Pull the sections away from each other to tighten the plait.
   
   Fishtail
5. Using the pointed end of a rat tail comb, lift a small section of hair on the right by drawing a line against the scalp from the hairline to the middle of the braid about a half inch to an inch beneath the first plait, depending on the thickness of your hair and how woven you want it to look (more strands create a more woven appearance).
6. Add the new section of hair to the existing section on the right and then cross it over the left section;tighten the plait.
7. Again using the handle of a rat tail comb, lift a small section of hair on the left by drawing a line against the scalp from the hairline to the middle of the braid even with the section you just lifted from the right, add this hair to the existing section on the left and then cross it over the right section.
8. Continue the process alternating right and left sections, tightening each plait as you make it, until you reach the hairline at the nape of the neck.
9. Secure the remaining hair with a hair-safe ponytail holder. You can then let the remaining hair hang free or weave a standard English braid to the ends.

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• The French Braid hairstyle

French Braid hairstyle by rungholt

The French Braid is a very popular hairstyle, particularly among younger children and older women. It is a hairstyle in which a braid is gradually woven throughout all of the hair. It is typically kept very close to the head, though it is not uncommon for some French Braids to be worn more loosely.

1. Divide a small section of hair where you want the braid to start (usually at the crown of the head) into three even sections.
2. Comb each section smooth.
3. Cross the right hand section over the middle section. The original right hand section is now the middle section.
4. Pull all the sections away from each other to tighten the plait.
5. Cross the left hand section over the middle section. The original left hand section is now the middle section.
6. Tighten the plait again.
7. Using the pointed end of a rat tail comb, lift a small section of hair on the right by drawing a line against the scalp from the hairline to the middle of the braid about a half inch to an inch beneath the first plait, depending on the thickness of your hair and how woven you want it to look (more strands create a more woven appearance).
8. Add the new section of hair to the existing section on the right and then cross it over the middle section; tighten the plait.
9. Again using the handle of a rat tail comb, lift a small section of hair on the left by drawing a line against the scalp from the hairline to the middle of the braid even with the section you just lifted from the right, add this hair to the existing section on the left and then cross it over the middle section.
10. Continue the process alternating right and left sections over the middle section, tightening each plait as you make it, until you reach the hairline. Secure the end of the braid with a hair-safe ponytail holder or continue weaving an English braid to the ends of the hair.

• The Dutch Braid hairstyle
  
  Dutch Braid hairstyle by spicebarid

Reversed French braid hairstyle is a Dutch braid hairstyle. This hairstyle is created by embossed look. Generally mistake of French braid is known as Dutch braid hairstyle. You can do this hair with the French braid hairstyle steps.

• The Corn Row hairstyle


black Corn Row hairstyle for boys by eyesparkle2008

Cornrows are a hairstyle that has slowly began to fade, though it is still worn among teenagers and young women, as well as men. It is known to be one of the most painful braiding techniques, as it is worn very close to the head. Cornrows can be kept very basic, but it is also common for them to be designed creatively.Do this corn row like French braid hairstyle steps.

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