Afro, spikelet, intricate braids – in 2013braids have come back into fashion in the past year, and they look equally good on both long and short hair. Stylists recommend choosing such models not only for every day, but also for special events and holidays (weddings, corporate events, parties). And some braiding options can be a real salvation for girls who have absolutely no time for constant styling.
We go to the beauty salon: afrokosichki and dreadlocks
For many of the fair sexAfro-braids, zizi, gofre are a way of self-expression. After all, being different and standing out from the crowd these days is something only a few can do. Besides, such a hairstyle looks pretty funny on young girls. The older generation should be careful with small braids or dreadlocks, as, unfortunately, they do not suit everyone. But if a businesswoman or teacher is still an ardent fan of this style, a hairdresser can create a masterpiece that will look quite respectable. Types of Afro-braids Today, there are many options for such hairstyles. Hair braiding is a real art. An experienced master can even depict a picture or an inscription on the client's head using only hair. But only a few agree to such experiments. Residents of our country like simpler and more feminine options. Classic Afro-braids Weaving in three threads is the most common and popular option. Every girl has probably done her hair in this style at least once in her life. Naturally, salon work looks neater, and the result lasts for months. The number of braids can be up to two hundred to three hundred. The more of them and the thinner they are, the longer you can wear them. In a salon or hairdresser's, you can be offered two types of hairstyles: with a chopped or live ponytail. In the second case, the tip is not completely braided, but remains free. Which option is better to choose depends entirely on your wishes and preferences.
- Main questions
The operating time in this case directly depends onquantity, length of braids and materials used. On average, this procedure takes the master from three to six hours. In order for the hairdresser to be able to work with you, the length of your hair should not be less than six to seven centimeters. If you turn to a real professional in his field, and also use special care products, then you will be able to walk with such beauty for up to four months. Then you will have to do a correction (unbraid and re-braid your hair).
Braids This hairstyle is a complex one.braiding that is done close to the skin. These can be either regular lines arranged in even vertical rows or complex designs. Representatives of the fair sex usually combine braids with afro, rather than abruptly cutting off their braids. This option should be chosen by bold, self-confident girls, as well as people who want to radically change their image. By the way, French braids are very often done by athletes and dancers.
- Basic moments
In a good salon, the hairdresser will not spendless than forty minutes. When finished, you should take a good look at yourself in the mirror. There should be no defects (fluffiness, displacement, clumps). If you don’t like something or have any doubts, it’s better to ask for it to be redone. After all, you will have to wear your braids for at least a week and a half. Girls who want to extend the wearing time should tell their hairdresser about it. In this case, he will weave in special elements (artificial hair), which will increase the period to two months. Please note that the length of your hair should be at least ten centimeters. Pony tile Outwardly, such braids are quite similar to afro. But their weaving technique is completely different. Another visible difference is the length of the curls and the degree of curl. In this case, all this is regulated by the girl herself, not the hairdresser. The main advantage of pony tile is that you can experiment with the color of your hair and your style as you like. At the same time, your natural hair will not suffer.
- Basic moments
This kind of hairstyle takes a long time to do – up to eighthours. But then you won’t have to spend money on expensive shampoos, masks and balms. The main thing is not to forget to comb the ends with a soft massage brush with rare teeth. Otherwise, the curls will turn into stuck together tangles. Zizi Zizi is one of the easiest and fastest braiding methods. Braids made of a special material are attached to the girl’s hair, similar to very thin afros. You can choose wavy, corrugated or perfectly straight elements. The only downside to this option is a small palette of colors. In some cases, girls have to repaint their hair beforehand so that the hairstyle looks harmonious.
- Basic moments
You will spend two to four hours in the master's chairhours, depending on the complexity of the work. You can walk around with braids for three months. And to look beautiful and natural during this period, do zizi on short hair. The maximum length is twenty to twenty-five centimeters, no more.
Pros and cons of African braids Advantages
- The huge plus of braids is that forhair almost do not need to look after. I went to the salon, and you can go on vacation, not being afraid to ruin your hair. This option is great for those who like to relax in the mountains or the woods, where there is no possibility to wash your hair every day with shampoo and balm.
- Weaving can be performed with the help ofadditional materials (special yarns, artificial strands). Now you do not need to wait until the hair finally grows to the desired length after an unsuccessful haircut.
Flaws
- The biggest disadvantage is the length of the procedure. The master can spend more than five to six hours at work without interruption. And you all this time will have to sit and wait quietly, when the stylist will finish. At the same time, if you have too much hair or you do not have enough material, you will have to go home with an unfinished hairdo. Of course, the next day the barber will continue to make pigtails.
- Weaving is rather troublesome and time-consumingprocess, and the procedure itself can be very painful, especially if you have sensitive scalp. To the created masterpiece is not disheveled after a week, the master will tighten the strands as much as possible. In the first days after visiting the hairdresser's, the head may be slightly hummed.
Dreadlocks Whoopi Goldberg, Daria "Nookie" Stavrovich,Lauryn Noel Hill and many other celebrities never change their style and constantly walk around with cute dreadlocks on their heads. The easiest way to get such beauty is to stop combing your hair. And after six months or a year, the strands themselves will mat and get tangled into clumps. This method was previously used by the Celts, Aztecs and other peoples who had problems with water. Of course, no one will tolerate such neglect of personal hygiene these days. In addition, now it is enough to go to a salon and they will make you a similar hairstyle in just one day. However, before you go to the master, familiarize yourself with the basic information about dreadlocks. So, firstly, you should have a suitable length - from ten centimeters. If the hair is shorter, the materials used for the hairstyle may fall off at one fine moment. Secondly, you need to correct defects in time. Naturally, if you do not want to get hard roots that will need to be cut at the root. In extreme cases, you will have to get a wig or go with a cute hedgehog on your head. To avoid such unfortunate consequences, you will have to tuck the hair that has come out back into the base every morning. This hairstyle looks neat and even causes an adequate attitude of others towards the girl. If you want to go with fluffy dreadlocks, like a hippie, then it is enough to braid the roots once every two months. Thirdly, you will need to constantly take care of your hair. Washing your hair is very difficult, so some beauties prefer to resort to this procedure as rarely as possible. An unpleasant odor and skin diseases are the least that can be expected in this case. Please note that you will not be able to wet your hair for the first few days. In the future, experts recommend using regular soap. Shampoos, balms and conditioners will have to be put off until better times. Fourthly, in no case should you trust non-professionals to weave dreadlocks. Moreover, you should not try to make such a masterpiece yourself using improvised means. Otherwise, you risk being left without hair for a long time. In addition, during the work, the master must use professional materials, thanks to which the hairstyle lasts for a very long time. It is not recommended to use honey, wax, ash and other folk ingredients, since they will not be effective at all. By the way, weaving dreadlocks and removing them are not the most pleasant procedures. Unfortunately, not every representative of the fair sex can withstand such pain. But the result obtained after five to eight hours of hellish torment will definitely please you.
Lovely pigtails with their own hands
If you are going on a date and planningto conquer a young man, it is better to stop at cute French braids. Unlike rough dreadlocks, such hairstyles add femininity and charm to girls. By the way, most models can be done independently. Moreover, the result will look no worse than if you went to a salon. At the same time, the whole thing will take no more than ten to fifteen minutes.
- A simple French braid
Want to look like Lara Croft?First, comb your hair and apply a small amount of foam to it so that the hairstyle lasts as long as possible. At the base of the forehead, separate three small strands and start braiding. Each time you alternately apply hair to the base, grab a small bun from the side. At the end, when there is nothing to grab, continue braiding a standard braid of three strands. At the end, if a small tail remains, the hairstyle is secured with a hair clip, ribbon or elastic band. If desired, you can twist the remains into a bun, which is secured with hairpins and invisible hairpins. Please note that the spikelet should pass exactly through the center. If you have not dealt with such hairstyles before, try to take thick strands. Girls with thin straight hair may not use a comb during work. Flaws (cocks, loose hairs) are corrected at the very end. Curly-haired beauties can either straighten their curls with a flat iron or not pull the braid too tightly.
- Inverted spit
The principle of creating such a hairstyle is practicallythe same as in the previous case. Only the strands are picked up from below, not from above, due to which the braid will be voluminous. To prevent your hair from getting disheveled during the day, spray it with a small amount of hairspray. It should be noted that making a "dragon" is much more difficult, so it is better to start it after you have mastered the "spikelet".
- Fish tail
Gather your hair at the back of your head into a tight ponytail,secure them with a thin elastic band and divide the hair into two equal parts. On the right side, select a thin strand and throw it over the left half. Do the same on the other side. As a result, you will get a rather funny hairstyle, resembling a fish tail.
- Lush French braid
After you braid your hair into a spikelet,Use the thin side of the comb to lift each strand. However, be careful when doing this. If you apply too much force, the hairstyle will fall apart. It is worth loosening not only the base, but also the end of the braid. According to stylists, this season, a slight carelessness, as if you just got out of bed, is very relevant. The main thing is not to overdo it with the image as a whole. If you prefer this option, choose a suitable look. Wearing a stretched T-shirt, old sneakers and jeans that have seen better days, you risk being known as a slob, not a sexy goddess.
- Harness
Such hairstyles can be seen very often infashion shows on girls strutting down the catwalk. Curls braided into a tourniquet reveal a pretty face without distracting attention to minor details. For residents of our country, this option will be relevant in the hot season, when the neck begins to sweat because of a long shock of hair. So, divide the ponytail into two halves, which should be twisted in different directions. Note that the tighter the tourniquet, the longer the hairstyle will last! Then intertwine these parts together. In this case, it is very important to guess the direction, otherwise the braid will simply unravel.
- Two trashy pigtails
We make it neat and perfectly even in the middlethreaded. You can use a comb or a nail file for this. Now, on both halves, we begin to braid a regular tight braid. At the end, you can either secure each braid separately or fasten them together. In the latter case, you must have very long and thick hair, otherwise the hairstyle will look unfinished.
- Four-strand braid
First, divide your hair into four equal sections.parts. Now we start tossing the strands from left to right, then, when you reach the last one, do the same in the opposite direction. After going through five or six rows, secure the hair with a hair clip. If desired, you can use a thin silk ribbon as decoration, chosen to match the color of the outfit.
- Scythe Bezel
Separate a thick strand from ear to ear along the linebangs. To keep the rest of the hair out of the way, secure it at the back of your head with an elastic band (but only so that it is convenient for you to take out the strands). Now, from the right temple, start braiding a regular braid around your head, capturing a small part from below. When you reach the left side, secure the ponytail with invisible pins under your hair.
- Braids of hippies
No time for styling?Braid thin braids on the sides and press them lightly with a hair straightener. As a result, the ponytails will not frizz and the hairstyle will not be ruined. If you want to add elegance and brightness to the image, use colored threads that are woven from the very roots. You can also braid the braids on top of the hair, like a hoop. This way, you will kill two birds with one stone. Firstly, you will quickly put your hair in order. Secondly, you will finally get rid of the curls that are constantly falling on your face. You can secure the ends with a small hair clip or a regular elastic band.
Celebrities Prefer Braids Do you think thatIs this the lot of single young ladies? And in vain, because even stars appear on the red carpet with similar hairstyles. Kim Kardashian, Nicole Kidman, Selena Gomez prefer to braid a lush braid on the side. And even Rihanna showed off a couple of times with an elegant braid on her head, which can truly be called a real masterpiece. Only professional stylists with a world-famous name usually work their magic on the hair of celebrities. Therefore, there is no need to doubt the choice, tastes and preferences of great actresses and singers. Hairstyle mistakes
- Dirty hair
It is believed that it is much easier with dirty haircope with than with clean. However, in order for the hairstyle to look neat and beautiful, it is necessary to thoroughly wash the hair first. If necessary, after drying, foam or mousse of weak fixation can be applied to the strands.
- Cocked "cocks"
If you braided, for example, a spikelet, and on your head"cocks" have formed, try to get rid of them with a comb or a regular crochet hook. It is better to hide such a defect than to pin it with hairpins or invisible ones. In extreme cases, redo your hair.
- Unsuitable style
Don't make it incredibly easy to get to the office during the weekcomplicated styling with lots of ribbons, hairpins and bows. It is better to leave all the flashy and bright elements for later. After all, you are unlikely to wear an evening dress to work or negotiations, no matter how expensive and fashionable it is.
The secrets of real ladies
Slavic beauties have long been famousbeautiful long braids to the waist. Unfortunately, in our time girls prefer more practical short haircuts. Modern representatives of the fair sex on weekdays try to spend as little time as possible on creating complex masterpieces on their heads. But when holidays, weekends or vacations come, ladies go to hairdressers to make their hair shine. Thanks to first-class masters, women turn from Cinderellas into real Princesses. And the more complex and interesting the hairstyle is, the more often men pay attention to the beauty. But real Ladies know how to look stunning every day. And it is not necessary to spend a lot of money, time and effort for this. It is enough to practice a little in front of the mirror or go to special courses for beginners. You can also ask the master to make a hairstyle that does not require care. There are a lot of options, it remains to choose what you like best. We advise you to read:
