How to Get Better at Braiding

How to Get Better at Braiding

You no longer need basic information on how to braid for beginners, as you've trained yourself and learned how to braid natural hair acceptably—quite well, actually! Maybe you are finally ready to launch your braiding business, or perhaps you have already started with your first clients. Still, you realize your braiding technique has plenty of room for improvement. You are a good braider, yes, but you want to become an outstanding one! There’s a lot of competition out there, and you need to polish your style to go from “Those braids look nice” to “Oh my God, that hairstyle is amazing! How in the world did you manage to do THAT?”

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Braids and Accessories: How to Beautify Your Cornrows with Beads and Colorful Thread

Braids and Accessories: How to Beautify Your Cornrows with Beads and Colorful Thread

Your braids are a great way to keep your hair protected from exposure to the elements and ensure that nothing spoils your fun during vacation time. But braids can be more than that! I like to think of braids as part of your personal style, a unique way to express yourself, your mood, and your personality. If you want to enhance the beauty and uniqueness of your braids, I always suggest decorating them with accessories. You’ll find all kinds of them!

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Myth vs. Truth: Is Braiding a Skill or a Talent?

Myth vs. Truth: Is Braiding a Skill or a Talent?

When it comes to braiding hair, you may have heard many popular myths and misconceptions. For example, you might believe that exceptional braiders are born with a special talent. This belief can be intimidating and may prevent us from further developing our braiding skills. If you are convinced that being a natural braider is something you're born with, you are less likely to work on improving your braiding skills. Either you have it, or you don’t, right?

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Top Products Every Braider Must Have

Top Products Every Braider Must Have

Are you looking forward to learning about the best products for braids available on the market? What do you need to buy to obtain optimum results when you braid? When you want to establish yourself as a professional braider, learning how to braid is a major part of your task, but it’s not everything. You must also invest in top-quality products to obtain professional results and ensure your clients always return.

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Essential Hair Mask Dryness Home Remedies

Essential Hair Mask Dryness Home Remedies

We all want beautiful, soft, healthy hair. However, some factors may cause your locks to look dull, flat, or feel rough to the touch. No matter how carefully you style it or wear a protective hairstyle such as cornrows, French braids, or jumbo box braids, hair may suffer from dryness and you have to do something about it.

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How To Part Hair For Braids

How To Part Hair For Braids

When you are learning how to braid, one of the most important skills to develop is doing the hair partitions. I believe they are the foundation of any braided hairstyle, and doing them right is the key to achieving a clean, lasting, professional look. Failing to do so has plenty of negative consequences, especially if you want your braiding business to grow.

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Top Favorite Braided Styles of 2024

Top Favorite Braided Styles of 2024

Are you looking for braided hairstyles to get inspired by? Maybe you want the simplicity of two braids to keep your hair protected while you exercise outdoors. Perhaps you are looking forward to getting box braids and seizing their versatility. Whether you are a professional braider looking for ideas for your clients or just a braid lover wondering which hairstyle to get next time you visit a braiding studio, this article will tell you all you need to know about the most popular braided hairstyles of 2024.

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Festival Braids Collection for Lost Lands

Festival Braids Collection for Lost Lands

Are you seeking inspiration to create unique braiding styles for your next music festival? Then, you’ve come to the right place! Lost Lands is an amazing experience for anyone who enjoys electronic music, partying for days and nights, participating in attractions, and being surrounded by colorful displays of lights, animatronics, and fireworks. As with other music festivals, attendees spend weeks—or even months!—planning their rave outfits, rave makeup, and rave hairstyles, as these are a major part of the festive atmosphere.

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How to Get More Clients as a Braider?

How to Get More Clients as a Braider?

Learn how to get more clients as a braider so that you can establish a consistent clientele, grow your braiding business, and become a successful and confident braider! Discover the secrets to standing out in a competitive market and attracting loyal customers.

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Box Braids Price Guide: How Much Should You Charge?

Box Braids Price Guide: How Much Should You Charge?

You’ve completed your hair braiding lessons and you are ready to start making money out of your braiding skills. Yay! When it comes to establishing your professional braiding studio or services, one thing to consider is your prices. As it happens with any business, setting the right price is key for success: Either undercharging or overcharging can be bad for business! However, it might be hard to tell exactly how much you should charge for a specific hairstyle in order to be fair both to your clients and to yourself.

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How Long Does It Take to Create Box Braids?

How Long Does It Take to Create Box Braids?

When people are learning how to braid and working on their braiding techniques, a common concern is that they are slow braiders. Of course, if you are only braiding your hair at home for fun, it’s no big deal! You can take your time to give your hair tender loving care or make your braiding session part of your self-care routine. I know I do it sometimes! I enjoy washing my hair and carefully detangling it before braiding it. I play my favorite playlist and watch an episode of a series (or a whole season!), and if I get tired, I get myself a snack.

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Mastering Cornrow Braiding: 25 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Perfect Results

Mastering Cornrow Braiding: 25 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Perfect Results

Cornrow braiding is a timeless and versatile hairstyle that has been cherished for generations. As a professional hair braider, I can tell you that cornrows are one of the most popular hairstyles, so it's important for any aspiring braider to be able to offer this style on their list of services. One thing I've noticed about clients who get cornrows is that they typically come back on a consistent basis to get the style redone. This means that if you learn to do cornrows, you are more likely to succeed at establishing your own consistent clientele.

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From Classic To Curly: Transforming Your Box Braids For a Beach Vacation
Braid Styles, Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles Braid Styles, Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles

From Classic To Curly: Transforming Your Box Braids For a Beach Vacation

Discover the endless possibilities of styling your box braids for a fabulous beach vacation. From classic straight ends, exuding elegance, to free-spirited wavy ends, and flirty, fun curly ends – each style is a unique statement. Elevate your beach look effortlessly, and book your appointment with us at Sunny Braids in San Juan, Puerto Rico. See you soon, beach beauties!

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Hair Products: What Do They Do and Why Should I Care?
Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles

Hair Products: What Do They Do and Why Should I Care?

Throughout my journey as a braider, I have come across people of all different levels of literacy when it comes to hair products. I have clients who know so little about hair products that I have heard them confess to using body lotion or soap to wash their hair. I dedicate this post to them about what hair care products are and what they can do for our hair.

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My Hair Nightmare Story
Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles

My Hair Nightmare Story

Since I’m a kid I've been paranoid of other people doing my hair. That’s how I started braiding my own hair when I was only 8 years old. Ever since childhood, I've been very skeptical of who I trust with my hair so I always style the hair myself: I can do my own box braids, I can straighten my hair, do hair treatments, and even trim my own ends. I don’t like people touching my hair, period! I only wish I had remembered that lesson.

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Box Braids vs Cornrows
Braid Styles, Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles Braid Styles, Braid Care & Hair Health Vanessa Charles

Box Braids vs Cornrows

While there’s a huge variety of hairstyles to try on, box braids and cornrows are definitely among the most popular ones. Both men and women alike choose these hairstyles to protect their hair and enjoy the beach during their summer vacations. If you are not sure which style is best for you, in this article we’ll compare them so you can see their pros and cons.

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