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French double braids add a touch of elegance to wavy hair that ranges from short to medium length. This hairstyle is also ideal for those with layered hair, as the braids effectively hold shorter strands in place. When creating French double braids, you have various options for finishing the look.
Steps
Create Two Separate French Braids
Divide the hair into two equal sections. You can use a comb with a pointed end to help create a straight part.
Secure a section of hair with a clip or hair tie.
Divide the left section of hair you’re braiding into three smaller parts close to the crown.
- You don’t need to use all the hair; just take a small section near the top (about 2.5 cm). The remaining hair will be used to create the French braid.
- Try to divide the three sections evenly for a uniform braid.
Hold the sections of hair, ensuring you have a left, middle, and right part.
Move the left section to the middle and adjust the original middle section, as it is now on the outside.
Bring the right section over the middle and adjust the original middle section again.
Add more hair to the left section before bringing it to the middle. Repeat the same process for the right section.
Continue repeating the steps until all the remaining hair on both sides is braided. For the braid’s tail, you can finish it with a traditional three-strand braid.
Use a hair tie or other accessories to secure the braid in place.
Repeat the same process on the remaining hair to create another braid. Once completed, you’ll have two French braids.
Combine two French braids into a single braid
Divide the hair into two equal sections. Depending on the hair’s length, you can temporarily secure the remaining section while working on the first braid.
Split the section you’re braiding into three equal smaller parts. You don’t need to use all the hair at once; just divide the hair near the crown into three sections. You’ll incorporate the remaining hair as you braid.
Find a way to hold the sections of hair so you can braid comfortably.
Take an outer section of hair and bring it into the middle. You can use either the left or right section.
Adjust the original middle section so it moves to the outside.
Bring the remaining outer section into the middle. If you’ve already used the left section, now it’s time to use the right section.
Gather a small amount of hair from both sides before bringing the outer section to the middle. From this point, you’ll need to add a bit of hair each time you move the middle section outward.
Braid the remaining hair using the same technique.
Decide where you want to merge the two French braids into one and braid a short section beyond this point.
Use a clip or hair tie to secure the braid in place.
Repeat the process to braid the remaining hair.
Combine the two braids into one.
Continue braiding by bringing the outer sections into the middle until all the hair is braided.
Use a hair tie or accessory to secure the braid in place.
Finish.
Tips
- Practice creating a single French braid before attempting double braids.
- Hold the sections slightly tight while braiding to prevent the braid from becoming loose.
- If braiding your own hair, use a handheld mirror to check your progress.
- Apply hairspray to keep stray hairs in place.
- Start braiding near the crown for the best results.
- Use water to tame flyaways or leave them for a more natural look.
