Looking for a fresh take on a classic three-strand braid? Jenny Strebe (@theconfessionsofahairstylist) shares her how-to for creating a beautiful mermaid style your clients are sure to love. Combining a traditional three-strand braid with funky knots gives this look a fashion-forward edge that’s perfect for every type of client. “I’m really into combining a few different braids with knots because I feel it creates a really different hairstyle,” notes Jenny. Whether she wants a casual day look or an elegant evening style, this look fits the bill. Kenra Ultra Freeze Spray 30 locks this style in place all day and all night! Here’s (more…)
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Create a triangle section on each side a couple of inches from the part down to the hairline to create the triangle section. - 3Step 3 of 16
Create a three-strand braid. Once you get to the back of the head, pancake by pulling and stretching the braid, then clip it into place. - 4Step 4 of 16
Create a three-strand braid on the other side, pancaking it out and clipping it in place.
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Remove the clips and connect the two braids in the middle, securing them with an elastic. - 6Step 6 of 16
Moving forward, split the hair into three sections, leaving some of the middle hair out. This is where you're going to connect your knotted hairstyle to your braids. - 7Step 7 of 16
Take the sides and drape them across the other side. - 8Step 8 of 16
Lift the ponytail up and drape the side sections across again. Once you are on the top you can create your knot. - 9Step 9 of 16
Take the sides underneath and create another knot. Pin the top section up with a bobby pin to get it out of the way. Take the ends underneath once more and create another knot. - 10Step 10 of 16
Continue creating knots until you reach the ends and secure with an elastic band. - 11Step 11 of 16
Release the top section. Then go back and curl some of the hair in the ponytail. - 12Step 12 of 16
Add some Kenra Shine Spray to smooth any flyaways. - 13Step 13 of 16
To finish the look and keep the style in place all day, spray Kenra Ultra Freeze 30 Ultimate Hold Hairspray. - 14Step 14 of 16
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