Options for braiding long hair

A hairstyle with a braid has always been a symbol of femininity. The tradition of braiding weaving dates back to centuries and remains popular to this day. In ancient times, it was believed that the braid conserves female energy and protects the woman herself. Now we cannot verify this, but the fact that the hairstyles with her adorn any girl cannot be denied. In this article we will try to maximally expand on the weaving of braids for long hair.

Before we examine in detail the options for weaving braids, it is worth noting the importance of good hair quality. If we start braids from sick hair, then after hoping for a beautiful result it makes no sense.

It is worth starting with the most basic - the choice of high-quality shampoo. Best to choose on sulfate-free shampoos, since in ordinary cases the probability of containing harmful substances such as sodium laureth sulfate is rather high. This chemical destroys the structure of the hair, making it brittle and, as a result, it does not look good. It is also worth remembering that the shelf life of the shampoo is no more than a year. After it, harmful compounds appear in it.

A popular and proven method of improving hair is oil hair masks. Ideally, you need to use olive, but you can use any other.

For owners of burnt and weak hair, there is an abundance of modern regenerative procedures such as Botox for hair, lamination and other things.

It is no secret that the key to shiny hair is also proper nutrition. Regular consumption of avocados, red fish, caviar, green salads and vegetables with fruits will improve not only the condition of the hair, but also the whole body.A good result is the use of Omega-3.

If weaving a standard braid of three curls is easy and familiar to everyone, then not everyone knows other types of weaving.

The second most popular braid of long hair is the French braid. The essence of her technique is the addition of "new" strands.

An unusual option for weaving is a braid of four strands.

A bold and non-standard option is a hairstyle from small African braids. It is worth noting that such a hairstyle with an abundance of colored rubber bands at the tips or weaving of artificial strands of different bright colors will look even more shocking.

Another common type of weaving is a braid called “openwork beauty”. It is an excellent solution for owners of liquid and rare hair. We will talk about it below.

A very non-standard type of weaving is a braid of 5 strands.

Youth kind of braid weaving - “braid-twist”. For this weaving you will need several elastic bands. This hairstyle looks pretty good and young its owner.

The scheme or the method of weaving an ordinary braid of three curls is the basis of other weaving. It is quite simple and is presented below:

• comb hair thoroughly;
• divide the entire hair into three identical strands;
• move the right curl to the middle between two curls;

• do the same with the left curl;
• continue to weave to the ends of the hair;

• fasten the tip of the braid with an elastic band.

Now, let’s take a look at the step by step popular and easy weaving of a French braid from long hair with our own hands.

• You need to take a wide strand from the area at the beginning of the growth zone. The wider the strand, the visually thicker the whole braid will appear as a result.
• Divide this strand into three identical curls.
• Now these three strands need to start weaving like an ordinary braid. The right strand must be braided so that it is in the middle. And the left - so that it also appears in the middle.
• To weave in this way you need one or two links of a pigtail.
• Now, holding the left curl and the curl in the middle, you need to pull another curl to the right. It needs to be captured just below the braid itself. The right strand should be thicker than the other two.

• Weave another braid link in this way.
• Now again, you need to take a strand of the remaining free hair, but on the left side.
• Again, weave one sector of the braid.
• Continue to weave the remaining hair gradually until the end of the hair growth level.
• After all the hair has been woven, the remaining length must be continued to be braided using the usual braid technique.
• At the tip, fasten with an elastic band or a solid hairpin.

It is important to remember that do not weave too large strands. This should be done gradually and medium curls. Otherwise, the braid will turn out to be uneven and asymmetric. By the way, for a larger volume, you can do it at the beginning of the hair growth zone.

Another braid instruction called “spikelet” or “fishtail” for beginners.

• Before starting the process, it is necessary to treat the hair with a styling agent. It can be a foam, mousse or hair gel.
• You will also need to slightly moisturize your hair. To do this, you can use both a spray bottle with water and various sprays.
• Now you need to carefully comb and gently comb the entire hair back.
• About 2.5 cm thick curls are taken from the temple area.
• These two curls need to be brought to the back of the head and crossed with each other.
• Again, select two strands from the temples and braid them over the first two strands.
• Thus, it is necessary to continue weaving to the end of the hair growth zone on the back of the head.
• Now you need to divide the hair into two parts and continue to weave as at the beginning, adding strands.
• Secure the tip with an elastic band.

Simple, but spectacular is weaving using the braid-braid technique. To braid such a braid, you need to do such manipulations.

• Comb your hair and make a high ponytail.
• Divide the hair into two halves.
• The first strand must be twisted like a harness.
• Do the same with the second strand.
• Start twisting both curls in the direction opposite to their twisting.
• Secure with rubber as desired. With proper twisting, such a braid does not open.

A “braid twist” can also be ranked among everyday options due to its simplicity and simpleness. Instructions on how to weave it correctly include the following steps:

• comb your hair to the side and make a tail;
• directly from the top of the gum mount, you need to make a hole and thread the tail there;
• After again fasten with an elastic band;
• thread the tail over the elastic again;
• Repeat this until you twist the whole hair in this way.

Perhaps the most famous original option for girls is a braid with a bundle, where weaving can be located in different places. A common option is back weaving using the French braid technique, turning into a high bun. Simply put, you need to comb the hair forward to weave the braid from the beginning of hair growth and make a bun on the top of the head.

Simple, careless, but at the same time bright and unusual is the next option with one pigtail. It is necessary to comb the hair and make a parting on the side. After you need to braid a tight French braid on the side, next to the parting. It will visually seem that a smaller part of the hair from the parting seems to have disappeared, and the other has become much more magnificent. This hairstyle suits young ladies, looks good with colored curls and bright makeup.

Any small braids around the collected hair or a bundle with the addition of pearls on stiletto heels represent a festive hairstyle. It looks especially good on little girls.

The basis of wedding hairstyles is often the braid "openwork beauty." Most often, such a braid is braided in the form of a rim or fixed at the back in the form of an inverted crescent. On such a hairstyle, you can conveniently and firmly fix the veil.

No less original than all other hairstyles is the “scythe-shell”. The weaving technique is based on the French braid technique. Weave it as follows.

• Brush hair.
• Take the lock on the right side from the area above the ear and divide it into two strands.
• From the right curl you need to throw part of the hair to the left along with the “additional” curl.
• The same must be repeated with the left strand.
• Continue to weave to the back of the head.
• On the occipital area, you need to take "extra" curls only on the right side.
• Sometimes take thin strands on the left side. You should get a pronounced direction of the braid from the left to the right.
• Add a braid to the ends of the hair.
• Fasten with a thin elastic band of one with hair color.
• Fold the free end in the form of a shell on the back of the head and fasten with invisibility.

An interesting option for an evening hairstyle is “openwork beauty”. She is great for long flowing hair. Here we will consider the basic technique that can be varied with different techniques and other types of hairstyles and styling. It’s not so difficult to weave.

• Before starting the weaving process, it is imperative to treat the hair with styling agents so that they are obedient and well laid. Hair mousse is ideal, but styling gel is also suitable.
• It is necessary to divide the hair into three parts.
• Start weaving a normal braid. Weave two or three chains.
• Now thin strands should be pulled from the already woven sections from the sides.Thus, the pigtail appears openwork.
• Continue to weave using this technique, all the way to the ends of the hair.

Consider another romantic evening option. It is necessary to weave three small braids at the beginning of the hair growth zone. Twist each of them on the back of the head in the form of a rose and secure with invisible eyes. The rest of the hair to dissolve. Thus, the hair will not interfere, and a beautiful image will be provided to you.

Another option for weaving with this technique is a hairstyle, in which you also need to braid two small braids at the beginning of hair growth and attach them to each other in the form of a hoop at the back. The rest of the hair to dissolve or wind on large curlers. In such a "rim" you can weave ribbons or insert flowers there.

Returning again to the evening look, it is worth noting the luxurious braid of five strands, reminiscent of woven fabric. This is just the hairstyle to which nothing needs to be additionally attached, it will be enough to spray with varnish to fix it.

A very romantic and uncomplicated technique of weaving is distinguished by a “spit-waterfall”. The technique of weaving includes the following steps.

• First you need to separate three identical locks from the area near the face.
• It is important to remember that you need to weave the braid sideways. Now you need to weave two chains of a normal braid.
• On the next chain, the lower strand should be lowered, and instead take a curl from the upper part.
• Continue weaving in this way to the side and to the ends of the hair.
• Hide the long end under the hair and secure it with invisibility.

You should not make such a braid very tight, it should be “airy” and free. Otherwise, this hairstyle can create a deceptive impression of having bald patches.

We should also note the technique of weaving from five strands. Here, for convenience, we number each strand from left to right from 1 to 5:

• we pass the first strand between the fourth and fifth;
• we pass the second between the third and fourth;
• now the third strand is threaded on top of the fourth and fifth;
• the second is between the third and fifth;
• continue to weave in this way to the ends of the hair;
• fasten hair with an elastic band.

No matter how trite it may sound, only plain braids can be truly beautiful. One of these options is an ordinary braid, woven from a high (horse) tail. It can be both openwork, and the type of "fish tail".

Owners of rare blond and blond hair are perfect French braid "diagonally." The French braid technique can also be used for two symmetrical braids. This will create the illusion of thick and “heavy” hair.

Circular weaving allows you to dissolve most of the hair. With such weaves, slightly wavy hair dyed using the ombre technique looks good.

A gentle and even wedding option is the braid-crown. The basis for such a hairstyle is weaving a fish tail.

Each braid is only decorated with the addition of various living and artificial flowers, ribbons, bows, headbands, dressings and even tiaras. The main thing is to know the measure.

In conclusion, it is worth noting that the best braid for long hair is and remains a braid. It is she who reunites beauty, simplicity and at the same time practicality - does not allow long hair to get confused.

See how to braid a fishtail braid in the next video.