01What You'll Need

  • Comb
  • Hair elastics
  • Bobby pins
  • Curling iron or wand
  • Heat protectant spray

02Step 1: Prep Your Hair

  • Start with clean, dry hair.
  • Apply heat protectant spray to protect your hair from the curling iron or wand.

03Step 2: Create Curls

  • Using a curling iron or wand, curl your hair in small sections. Hold each curl for a few seconds before releasing.
  • Continue curling all your hair, focusing on the bottom layers for the waterfall braid.

04Step 3: Section Your Hair

  • Take a section of hair near your temple and divide it into three equal parts.

05Step 4: Start Braiding

  • Cross the top section of hair over the middle section.
  • Cross the bottom section of hair over the new middle section.
  • Drop the top section and let it hang down.

06Step 5: Add Hair to the Braid

  • Pick up a small section of hair from near the parting and add it to the top section of the braid.
  • Cross the new top section over the middle section.

07Step 6: Drop and Repeat

  • Drop the bottom section and let it hang down.
  • Pick up a new section of hair from near the parting and add it to the bottom section of the braid.
  • Cross the new bottom section over the middle section.

08Step 7: Continue Braiding

  • Repeat steps 5 and 6, adding hair and crossing sections, until you reach the back of your head.

09Step 8: Secure the Braid

  • Once you reach the desired point, secure the braid with a small hair elastic.

010Step 9: Finish the Look

  • Gently tug on the loops of the braid to create a more voluminous and romantic look.
  • Secure any loose ends with bobby pins.
  • Spray with hairspray to set the style in place.

Conclusion

Now you know how to do a waterfall braid with curls! This stunning hairstyle is perfect for special occasions or a fancy night out. With a little practice, you'll be able to master this elegant and romantic look. Have fun experimenting with different variations and accessories to make it your own!

MethodsDetails
Step 1Prep your hair and apply heat protectant spray.
Step 2Create curls using a curling iron or wand.
Step 3Section your hair near the temple.
Step 4Start braiding by crossing sections of hair.
Step 5Add hair to the braid and cross sections.
Step 6Drop sections and repeat the process.
Step 7Continue braiding until you reach the back of your head.
Step 8Secure the braid with a small hair elastic.
Step 9Finish the look by tugging the loops and securing any loose ends.
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