Photo: Tamara Belis
#1. Your destination for easy chic
Want to keep those front pieces away from your face without you looking like you’re trying too hard? Braided headbands are your secret weapon!
First, give the hair the sides. Now, grab a small part of your hair just above the ears with more hair. Start knitting this section back and chase the hairline a little like a crown. Once you have knitted enough, secure the edges with small, clear elasticity. Now, like a headband, bring that pretty braid over your head. Stick firmly behind the other ears and push the edges under the hair for a seamless finish. Finished! Instant elegance.
#2. No-Heat Waves (Braids Method): Wavy!
Dreaming of beach waves without curl irons? This overnight braiding method is pure magic!
#3. Pinkal: Flexible curls, no need for heat!
Get ready for some serious bounces with the classic Pinkal. This heat-free method requires a little practice and patience, but the results are super cool!
- Here’s how to get these:
Start with a bit of damp hair. Grab a small section of your hair one by one. Next, roll each section firmly around your fingers, starting at the end and all the way to your scalp. Once you roll it, secure a small flat curl to your head with a bobby pin. Continue until your entire head is covered with these cute pinching coils. Let them dry completely – overnight is perfect for this. If they are completely dry, carefully remove each curl and gently separate it with your fingers. Hello, gorgeous, elastic curls!
#4. Sock Pan Curl: Ultimate Overnight Curl Hack
Who knew that old socks could give you amazing enormous curls? This is a very popular and effective heatless method!
First, grab your old socks and cut off your toes. You need a donut shape. Now, just like you’re making a ponytail, pull the damp hair out of the center of that sock. Start rolling your hair from the edges, pushing it neatly around the socks, and keep rolling until you reach the base of your head. If you need additional security, put in some bobby pins. Dry your hair completely (this is the best overnight). Once it’s dry, gently unravel your hair from your socks, and it’s a boom! You have soft and enormous curls that look like you’ve spent hours on them.
#5. Fishtail Blade: Complex yet simple!
This braid may seem very flashy, but trust me. If you understand it, you will immediately shake this gorgeous and intricate style. Perfect for adding a little extra to any outfit!
First, divide your hair into two equal sections. Here, pick up small thin hair from the outside of one of those sections. Bring this piece in and push it inside the other section. look? You’re already on the way! Repeat that exact same movement on the other side.
Always grab the small chains from the outside and cross them inside until you braid them all the way to the edge of your hair. Secure with elasticity and turn your back to admire the beautiful, detailed fishtail! Who knew it would be so easy?
#6. French Blade: Classic and Always Chic
The French Blade is a timeless classic that looks effortlessly stylish, yet keeps your hair hidden neatly.
Now, let’s kick things off! First, start by drawing three small hairs on the top near the forehead. Start the standard three-chain braid. Well, here’s the trick. Bring it into a braid and pick up small extra hair with loose hair to add. Be sure to braid the back of your head and incorporate new hair until all your hair is braided. nailed it!
#7. Roller settings (flexi rod or foam roller)
What heat do you want to have curls that really last? Flexible rods and foam rollers are your best friend for their durable and resilient appearance.
- Here’s how to roll with this:
On damp hair, take individual sections and carefully roll around the selected heatless roller (flexirods or soft foam rollers are incredible!). It fits perfectly on the scalp. The size of the roller determines how big the curls are, no matter how small. Let your hair dry completely – leaving it overnight is really ideal for the best results. Once dry, carefully roll each section and gently separate the curls with your fingers for a beautiful finish.
#8. Dutch braids: Pop braids!
Dutch braids are like cousins of French blade cooler. Because of its unique technique, it stands out (literally!).
So, Dutch braids? It’s like the brothers of the French blade cooler, Edger. Instead of weaving your hair into each other, you actually cross the chains of each other. This small switch-up will make the braid stand out from the head and bring you a fantastic 3D effect. Just like a French braid, we still start with three hair sections. But the key difference is that every time you grab a new hair and add it to the braid, bring a braided chain under that new hair before weaving under the other sections. Try it – you’ll be surprised at how impressive it is!
#9. Twisted Crown: A dignified touch
It feels like this simple yet elegantly twisted queen. Perfect for keeping your hair from the face with a whimsical touch.
- This is the royal treatment:
#10. Pineapple Method (for curly hair): Store those curls overnight!
Curly hair girls are happy! “Pineapple” is a game changer to store beautiful curls overnight and keep the frizzy at bay.
- This is the secret to fresh curls:
Let’s wrap it in…
Source: January Girl – www.lizbreygel.com
