How to braid a fishtail on your own?

Any girl who is the owner of long hair loves interesting hairstyles, and especially options with braids, because they so transform the image. Hairstyles with braids are very popular since ancient times, today they are chosen by both ordinary fashionistas and representatives of celebrity. Especially advantageous can look "fish tail". Below we will consider in more detail how to braid it yourself, as well as get acquainted with the advice of specialists and their secrets.

"Fish tail" is a variation of the French braid familiar to everyone, which many people have been able to weave since childhood. It is not always possible to braid the "fish tail" the first time, especially on its own, since this technique is slightly different from the usual one. That is why, before weaving, it is advisable to consider some ready-made patterns and familiarize yourself with video tutorials.

• "Fish tail" is equally well suited for everyday and holiday images. Such a braid can be one and located in the center or there can be 2 on each side. There are a lot of location options, because you can braid such a braid in a circle.
• You can even braid a fishtail on the hair to the shoulders, however, such braids look best on medium-length hair.
• If you have some skills in weaving, a fishtail can be woven independently, without resorting to the help of hairdressers.
• This hairstyle looks very elegant. Weaving just two strands, she creates a complex, like lace pattern, which distinguishes its owner from the crowd.

Since the "fish tail" is considered to be very popular and popular among many fashionistas, consider its advantages and disadvantages.

• This hairstyle is very comfortable to wear, it does not weigh down the hair. Moreover, you can walk with her an unlimited amount of time, because she holds her shape perfectly. If the braid is well fixed, then nothing will happen to it even for a whole day, especially if it is fixed with varnish.
• The "fish tail" is ideal for any everyday look, for example, to work, or solemn - for a corporate party, wedding or graduation.
• If the girl’s hair is not very thick, then with the help of a fishtail, they can slightly add volume, which is also a significant bonus.
• This variety of hairstyles is ideal for all women, no matter what age they are. Moreover, the fishtail blends perfectly with any hair color. But, of course, it should be noted that the most memorable hairstyles with braids are those that are woven on an ombre, a gradient or the usual highlighting.
• When weaving a not too tight braid, you can get a gentle and sophisticated image, which can be a great solution for any photo shoot.

As for the cons, there are not so many of them. For example, the fishtail is difficult to braid for ladies with short haircuts and quads. But they should not be upset, because in order to weave such a marvelous braid, you just need to purchase false hair, which are called tresses, and the problem will be solved.

To quickly learn how to weave a "fish tail", we will consider several workshops that will help you master this simple technique. To begin with, you should prepare several combs, hairpins and elastic bands to fix the hair.

• Hair should be thoroughly combed over the entire length and divided into 2 identical parts.
• Next, gently separate one strip of hair from the top of the left side.
• The separated strand should be connected to the right side of the hair and then connected to the left.
• Repeat the same until the hair ends. Secure the end with a rubber band.

• Well combed and separated hair should be braided into a fishtail in a convenient and familiar pattern, it should not be made too tight.
• Then, for each loop of the braid, it is necessary to carefully pull and loosen, this can also be done using a comb for parting.
• Finally, the braid should be fixed.

The fish tail is on one side.

• Gently comb the hair and divide it into 2 identical parts.
• Then we shift all the hair to one of the parts, for example, to the right.
• Then, using both hands, we take 2 strands of hair and separate the thin curl from the edge with the index fingers, shifting the curl to the second strand.
• Repeat the same on the left side.
• The general scheme of weaving looks like this: we separate the curl - we shift - we grab - we separate - we shift and again we grab.

Before weaving braids at home, We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the advice of professional hairdressers.

• For those who are just learning to weave a fishtail, it is best to do so in such a way that the hair is gathered to one side. So the whole process will be more visual than weaving the braid behind, when you can not see your own hands.
• If it is assumed that the fish tail will begin as a classic spikelet on the back of the head, then weaving should begin from there. Well-combed locks of hair should be crossed at the crown. But they should be positioned so that the right curl is on top of the left.
• To get the perfect braid, you need to use your hands correctly.With your free hand on the opposite side, you should take a new strand of hair and bind it with the already obtained braid, and then you just need to repeat these steps until the end of the weaving.

• To create a very unusual hairstyle, for example, according to ancient Greek motifs, the fishtail can be braided around the head in the form of a wreath. To do this, use the usual weaving pattern. You can decorate such a hairstyle with the help of decorative hairpins with flowers and even ribbons.
• Weaving a fishtail should not be done on freshly washed and dried hair, as it will crumble. According to many stylists, it is best to braid the braid on the second or third day after washing the hair.
• To create a voluminous hairstyle, you can previously do a small pile on the hair. For fixation, you can use hair spray, and at the stage of weaving - mousse.
• If the braid weaving goes from the forehead and parts of the back of the head, then this should continue until the very end. All hand grabs should be done from the side parts, and not select them from separate strands.

For information on how to braid the fish tail to yourself, see the next video.