Since hair grows fast enough, the hairstyle needs adjustment. The master recommends to carry out the correction once a month so as not to burden the regrown hair.

How to unravel

You can untwist the braids by contacting the master for help or by resorting to the tips from the video tutorials. Whatever decision is made, the following rules must be observed:

1. The unweaving process is carried out on dry hair.
2. Having studied the braids in detail, they cut off the artificial material from the native hair.
3. Unbraid each braid using the sharp end of a comb. The synthetic material and threads are carefully removed.
4. Unbraided hair is recommended to be combed with special care with a fine-toothed comb.
5. Finally, wash your hair with shampoo and apply a mask or conditioner. Several wellness treatments will restore your hair to its original appearance.

Afro-braids hairstyles gallery

Afro braids are a hairstyle that every girl thinks about at least once in her life. After all, this is not only a bright way to temporarily change the image, but also one of the options to facilitate the process and reduce the styling time.

Weaving African braids can be done both in the salon and at home. Most are inclined to the first option, the professional will obviously be more reliable and even more beautiful. After all, this hairstyle has to be worn from a month to three, you can and will spend on such a pleasure.

Types of afro braids

Afro braids can hardly be called the same type, since there is a huge variety of their types. Everyone can choose what they like, they will not leave anyone indifferent.

• Plain braids with a straight tip.
• Ponytail - braids with curled ends
• Wavy braids
• Senegalese harnesses
• Patterned French braids.
• Pigtails with large curls.

And this is just a small list of the most popular African braids destinations. In addition, many of the species also have their own subspecies, such as pigtails

zizi, which are already of four types.

Afro pigtails step by step - it's easy

Weaving afro braids is a fairly simple task, the only difficulty is time. Since it will take at least several hours to create such a hairstyle, it all depends on the desired number of braids, and of course the skill of the weaving one. Weaving Afro braids on yourself is rather inconvenient, so it is better to stock up on an assistant in this matter.

A fine-toothed comb, special glue or silicone rubber bands - the minimum list of necessary tools.

Of course, it is more convenient to weave afro braids on your hair, so to speak, not of the first freshness. They do not crumble so much and become smoother and more obedient. But it's better to wash your hair before braiding and use styling products to moisturize.

We carefully comb all the strands.

We start weaving from the occipital zone. We separate the first row from the bottom, collect the rest of the curls so that they do not interfere. We take a strand of the intended thickness, divide it into three parts and weave it together in the most usual, not cunning way known to all. We fix the tip with an elastic band or glue it together.

We braid all the braids of the row in the same way. We keep track of their sizes, it is desirable that all were of the same thickness.

Separate the next row horizontally, its width should be equal to the thickness of the first row. We divide into strands and weave pigtails in an already known way.

This is how, weaving row after row, we get a gorgeous hairstyle from afro braids.

Even when weaving, it is important to set the braids in the right direction, if weaving up, they will turn out to be a little sticking out, and if pulled down, they will fall off more smoothly.

If your own length is not enough or you want bright motives

African braids are a hairstyle for everyone, even pretty short hair has its own options. For weaving, you can use kanekalon, zizi or yarn. These wonderful materials will not only lengthen your hair, but also add brightness and personality to your hairstyles.

Afro braids with kanekalon

We take a pack of kanekalon of any color you like. Divide the material into particles about the size of a finger. For each of the braids, we need two curls of artificial material.

We take two kanekalon particles and form a loop out of them. We attach the material to the base of the future braid and weave it together with the hair to the tip.

It is more difficult to weave braids with kanekalon than just from hair, because the material can slip and you need to get a handle on working with it, but the result justifies the efforts.

Afro braids hairstyles

Afro braids do not always have to be worn loose, you can make many hairstyles from them. Quite attractive and, most importantly, hastily.

When three months have passed

After the expiration of the socks, or earlier, if you are tired of the Afro braids, you will have to undo them. This should be done very carefully so as not to harm your hair. You can do this manipulation in the salon, or you can do it yourself, connecting others and maximum patience. Since each braid must be carefully untwisted with a needle, so as not to tear tangled hairs. Do not be scared by the amount of hair that has fallen out, it is quite normal that tufts have crawled out of the braids. These are just dead hairs that have accumulated during wearing, and not some kind of hairstyle defect.

African braids top hairstyle for everyday life and leisure. That's right, because choosing braids we give ourselves a few months without long styling. The braids are bright and attractive, so your attention is guaranteed. And caring for them is quite simple, it is enough to wash the roots and scalp at least once every 10 days, without a hair dryer and balm.

Afro-braids are bohemian chic, and braiding them in the salon is quite expensive. It will also take a lot of time and patience, but in principle, you can do it yourself at home. Further - everything you need to know for this.

Steps

Part 1

Wash your hair with a cleansing shampoo. Tangled and messy hair will be difficult to braid into a straight braid, but it will be even more difficult to braid when the time comes. A cleansing shampoo is more effective at clearing dirt than most standard shampoos.

• This is especially important if your hair has absorbed products such as wax, oil, and chlorine. The build-up of these substances can make your hair look brittle, like straw, and worsen the general condition.
• If your hair is dry and you are worried that this shampoo will dry it out further, then you can use a standard shampoo.

1. Apply conditioner or a light-detangler. You need to remove moisture from your hair, so conditioner is a good idea. An easy-tangle conditioner or a moisturizing spray is even better, as they will make your hair smoother and easier to braid without even having to tie it.

   • If you want to lower the pH of your conditioner, you can dilute it with distilled water, aloe juice, apple cider vinegar, almond oil, or castor oil. Water-based substances, including juice and vinegar, are mixed one-to-one with your conditioner. And one part of the oil should be added to three parts of the conditioner.

2. Dry your hair. Before you start braiding your braids, make sure your hair is dry enough. Do it the way you like: blow dry them, or leave them to dry on their own.

   Dry your hair. Before you start braiding your braids, make sure your hair is dry enough. Do it the way you like: blow dry them, or leave them to dry on their own.

   • Hair should be absolutely combed from root to tip. Otherwise, your hair will become even more tangled and split as you try to unravel your braids. Due to the braiding process, your hair can become brittle and weak.

   Part 2

   Weaving Afro-braids

   1. Divide your hair into four sections. You have to create four square pieces: front-left, front-right, back-left, and back-right. Leave one part that you will be working with, and secure the other three parts with large hairpins.

      • The pieces do not have to be "square" by themselves, but they should be evenly spaced and have clear edges.
      • If you cannot part your hair with your fingers, then use a wide comb. Don't use fine-toothed combs, they will only tangle your hair more.

   2. Take a small section from the first section of your hair. Traditional African braids are pretty shallow, so grab a suitable section of hair between your thumb and forefinger.

      • Most people find it easiest to start at the front of your non-dominant side, but the choice is yours. Likewise, we recommend that you, for convenience, start with a section of hair from the front.
      • Also make sure that all future strands will be the same size. Otherwise, your braids will be uneven.

   3. Weave in synthetic hair if desired. You can make African braids from your own natural hair as well as from artificial hair. And yet, if you've chosen artificial ones, then it's time to weave them.

      • Remove a lock of synthetic hair from the bag. You can stretch it to make it longer and give it a more natural look, or trim it to the desired length if you like.
      • Fold this strand in half to form a u-shape, or horseshoe shape.
      • Divide some of your natural hair into three sections. Grab a little more hair in the center than on the right and left.
      • Place a synthetic section in the middle between your real hair. The tip of the synthetic hair should be overlapped on the left and right with your hair.
      • Make one braid with your hair this way. Cross the left side under the middle. Then, take the right side under the middle and thus complete the weaving.
      • Now secure your synthetic hair. Part your hair so that there are three strands of equal length and thickness.

   4. Braid the entire first section of your hair. You need to divide it into three parts in the same way as you did with the braid. Continuing in this way, you will have straight, neat braids that will be easy to unravel.

   5. Decide if you want to tie your hair or not. These braids are tight enough by themselves, they will not unravel. But if you want to protect yourself, then secure each pigtail with an elastic band at the end. This is especially worth doing if you have fine, sleek hair.

      • Although, note that rubber bands cause split ends and damage to your hair, so try to avoid them whenever possible.
      • You can also "seal" the ends of synthetic or natural hair simply by dipping them in boiling water. After that, your braids will loosen up.

   6. Repeat this for the rest of your hair. So far, you've only finished one braid. Weave the rest in the same way, and repeat this action until the whole head is braided.

      • Make sure that each strand of fake hair is the same length as your braids. Otherwise, you run the risk of braiding braids of different lengths.
      • Set aside enough time. This is a fairly long process, but you can make it even longer if you hurry and you have to redo everything.

   Part 3

   Pigtail Care

   1. Wear a silk or satin scarf at night. This is optional, but it can help keep braids from frizzing and gathering fluff while they sleep.

      • Tie the scarf around your head, collecting the braids. If your braids are longer than the scarf, you can secure them on top before tying the scarf, effectively rolling it up while you sleep or just leaving the ends.
      • Alternatively, you can sleep on a satin pillow to reduce frizz.

   2. Rub your braids with witch hazel. African braids get heavy if they get wet. Therefore, an easier way to keep them clean is to wipe them a couple of times a week with a rag dipped in witch hazel.

      • Dampen with a clean washcloth with warm water and soak thoroughly with witch hazel through a cloth.
      • Part your hair and wipe the scalp.
      • After that, wipe the braids themselves with a washcloth. You don't need to rub them hard, just brush them briefly.
      • You can do this once a week or more.

   3. Wash your hair with regular shampoo. You need to wash your hair every three to four days to avoid itching and dirt.

      • Focus completely on the scalp, especially if you are using witch hazel. Shampoo and water are essential ingredients for a clean, healthy scalp, and hamagelis will take care of the rest.
      • They will need to be washed every two weeks.
      • Plus, the water keeps the strands separate in the braid, which will surely help you unravel when the time is right.

   4. Massage your scalp with natural oils. Keep your scalp hydrated by massaging with natural, organic oils twice a week. Coconut oil, almond oil, and shea butter are best used.

      • Part the braids to reach the scalp. Using a cotton ball, or cotton pad, or a clean finger, apply a generous drop of oil to the parting areas. Try to apply the oil to your scalp as much as possible without getting on your braids.

   5. Unbraid your braids in two months. They usually last 6-8 weeks, but even if they still look good after this time, keep in mind that you still better unravel them, as they damage your hair.

      • If you wear your braids for too long, chances are that they will simply come off, or at least damage your hair for a long time.
      • In addition, you already lose hair on a daily basis. Your braided hair is constantly pulling on healthy hair and tangling it.

Surely almost everyone has met a person at least once in their life. with gorgeous Afro-braids.

And many would like to try to braid this on themselves, but are afraid for their hair, because somewhere they have heard about the dangers of African braids... Do not believe these words.

Afro-braids do not harm hair at all on the contrary, they protect them from external influences.

So there is no reason not to do them, and if you want Afrokos, then read this article and without a doubt start weaving.

The types of African braids are varied:

1. Classic... These are ordinary pigtails, into which kanekalon is additionally woven.
2. Harnesses... Pigtails, which are woven not from three, but from two strands and look like small cords.
3. Pony... For these braids, special lightweight material is needed, and a large wavy tail is left at their ends, which looks like a pony's tail.
4. Corrugation... A strongly twisted kanekalon is woven into the braids.
5. Zizi... Ready-made very light braids that are braided to the hair.
6. Curls... Wide soft wavy strands of a special lightweight material are braided to the hair.
7. Twist... Additional strands are braids with round, small curls.
8. Braids... Pigtails that are braided over the head.

Who is African braiding suitable for?

Of course, there are no restrictions on African weaving.... Anyone who wants to express themselves can braid such braids for themselves.

But they say that tall Afro-braids look better than short ones, since they visually "shorten" the person.

Also Afrokos strongly emphasize facial asymmetry... If you, on the contrary, are trying to hide it, then the Afrokos will only hinder you.

How long can African braids be weaved?

Minimum hair length, on which you can already weave, 3-5 cm. But weaving on such short hair is quite difficult, only a master can cope with this. Beginners are advised to braid their hair at least ten centimeters long.

What is good in African braids and what is bad

Undoubted advantages:

• bright individual image;
• protection of hair from the harmful effects of the external environment;
• no styling problems;
• you don't have to wash your hair often;
• the ability to unravel them at any time without consequences.

AND unpleasant cons:

• it can be hot in a "hat" made of braids;
• at first, the pigtails can pull tangibly;
• it is not very convenient to wash them.

You might ask why in cons no hair loss... The thing is, hair falls out on its own, which is normal.

They remain in weaving, and when you unbind the braids, you comb them all at once, and not just a little every day, so it seems that you combed out about half of the head... But it only seems so.

How to weave African braids correctly?

Before you start weaving, you need to remember a few rules. At first, it is necessary to degrease your hair as much as possible so that they do not slip. To do this, you can wash them with soap. Do not use balm rinse.

Secondly, you need to do the markup correctly... Squares should be perfectly straight so that hairs from different squares do not intertwine with each other, and staggered to hide the marking lines.

And thirdly, start weaving from the back of the head... And don't forget to give the braids the right direction.

Necessary materials

Here is a small list of everything that will be required for weaving:

• additional material, which depends on the type of selected Afro-weaving;
• two combs, one with fine teeth for marking, the other with sparse teeth for weaving;
• glue for fixing braids or small rubber bands.

What kind of artificial materials will you need?

In most weaves used kanekalon: it is bright, inexpensive, non-slip, adheres well to hair and is easy to clean.

Zizi are woven from another material, which is called so - "Zizi"... Afrolokons and pony braids are woven from it. All this is sold in specialized stores.

But you can experiment with any other materials, for example, make pigtails from yarn... Afrokos can be decorated with colored laces, beads, and, by the way, whatever your heart desires. The main thing is not to overdo it.

Step-by-step weaving technique

To get beautiful African braids, you must follow the step-by-step weaving technique:

1. We select a strand of the desired thickness in the occipital zone. Don't forget about correct markup.
2. Carefully comb the lock and as close as possible to its root we attach a prepared kanekalon thread (well, or a thread from another material).
3. Divide the entire resulting strand into three parts and weave a neat tight braid.
4. If the braid needs to be longer than your hair, then when the length is over, a little more material should be added so that the entire pigtail is of the same thickness.
5. We fix the tip the way you like best. It can be done using glue, beads, a special apparatus or an elastic band.
6. We decorate the pigtail, do the finishing touches according to your taste.
7. We braid all the hair, moving from the back of the head to the temples. Do not forget to set the braids in the right direction.

SIMILAR ENTRIES:

Afrokos care takes very little time and effort.

It is enough to wash the roots a small amount of shampoo about once a week or ten days. It is not necessary to wet the length, as it dries out with difficulty.

Balms and conditioners should not be used- they do not wash well.

Also do not dry kanekalon with a hair dryer... He doesn't like heat.

At first, irritation and itching may appear.... In this case, rinse your head in chamomile broth for several days. Itching and irritation will go away quickly.

AND do not wear braids for more than three months, as the regrown roots will slowly begin to stray into tangles. And by that time, the appearance of the hairstyle will not cause delight. All this can correct the braiding, but still wearing Afrokos for more than three months will begin to affect the condition of the hair.

Better to loosen your braids, let your hair rest and recover, and then braid again.

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