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French braids (with elastics) into messy bun

If you struggle with French braiding, THIS IS FOR YOU ‼️🫶🏼

✍🏼 Steps:

1. Split all hair in half, and secure one side with elastic so it stays out of the way 🪮

2. Braid a small piece of hair in the front and secure with elastic. Section out a piece of hair behind, brush through, add the braid and secure with elastic! ✨

3. Braid all the hair in the elastic, section out more hair behind the braid, brush through, add braid and secure with another elastic! Repeat until you reach the bottom of your head, then do the other side too! 🩷

4. Grab the two ponytails together, and put into a messy bun! 🫶🏼

5. Slick down any baby hairs and that’s it!! 😍🙌🏼

✂️ Tools:

- Brush

- Comb and parting tool

- Handful of clear elastics

- One ponytail elastic

- Hair wax stick

#lemon8partner #hairstyletutorial #hairstylevideo #frenchbraidhack #easyhairtutorial

2025/3/23 Edited to

French braids are a versatile hairstyle that blend a classic look with modern trends. To achieve a stylish messy bun using French braids, begin by sectioning your hair to manage it better. It's crucial to practice the braiding technique as it helps to build confidence and skill. Use clear elastics to keep your braids secure without drawing attention to them. Additionally, incorporating hair products like a wax stick can help tame flyaways, contributing to a polished finish. A messy bun can be dressed up or down, making it perfect for various occasions—from casual outings to formal events. Don't hesitate to experiment with different textures and styles; for instance, you might consider adding waves to the hair before braiding. Watching tutorial videos can also be a great way to refine your technique and gain inspiration. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep trying until you feel comfortable and achieve the desired look.

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The flashing to different things hurts my eyes🙈 I love your videos but I’m sorry I couldn’t watch this one.

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