Braids

The Crown Braid From Pravana

March 28, 2014·1 min read

40706NEVO_Crown_Braid_Final_orig
Bring a little red-carpet glam and sophistication to your chair with this stunning crown braid. This intricate braid is the perfect updo for any occasion. And with prom and wedding season just around the corner, this is the perfect head-turning look to ‘WOW’ all your clients’ guests! For more information visit, www.pravana.com. High Twisted Pony Fishtail Bun How-To Style How-To:  Big, Voluminous Curls  Sleek & Straight Voluminous ‘Do  Subscribe to behindthechair.com On Paper Magazine! SUBSCRIBE NOW! (more…)
  1. 1Step 1 of 9
    40707NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_1_orig
    Begin with straight, dry hair.
  2. 2Step 2 of 9
    40708NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_2_orig
    Apply NEVO Detail Shine & Define Polish to palms. Have your client lean their head all the way back. Smooth and contain all the hair back to create a sleek, high ponytail. NEVO Detail immediately smoothes and holds hair in place while adding extreme shine—the perfect tool when creating ponytails.
  3. 3Step 3 of 9
    40709NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_3_orig
    Divide the ponytail in half.
  4. 4Step 4 of 9
    40710NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_4_orig
    Braid each half of the ponytail.
  5. 5Step 5 of 9
    40711NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_5_orig
    Melt NEVO Lived-In in palms to add texture and grit to the braids. With product in hand, pinch and separate each braid to loosen.
  6. 6Step 6 of 9
    40712NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_6_orig
    Pull the first braid forward, across the parietal ridge and front hairline. Pin to secure.
  7. 7Step 7 of 9
    40713NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_7_orig
    Pull the second braid forward, across the parietal ridge and just behind the first braid. Pin to secure.
  8. 8Step 8 of 9
    40714NEVO_Crowned_Braid_Step_8_orig
    Checking the balance, pin to secure. With a bristle brush, lightly brush loose pieces out around the front-side hairline using a bristle brush to deconstruct the crown of braids.
  9. 9Step 9 of 9
    40706NEVO_Crown_Braid_Final_orig