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Having fine, straight hair allows you to create a variety of styles. A braid helps create waves that give your hair volume and disguise thin hair. Braiding your hair after a shower and sleeping on it is a quick and efficient way to produce the results you want with minimal time and effort. Wavy hair is a good style for all lengths and still allows you to put it up, if desired.Related Searches:Difficulty:ModerateInstructions Things You'll NeedCombSmall hair rubber bandsHair sprayBandana (optional)Suggest Edits1Wash and towel dry your hair. Don't begin braiding if your hair is dripping because it might not dry completely before the braids are removed. You may want to allow your hair to air-dry for about 20 minutes before braiding to ensure that it is dry by morning.
2Divide your hair into four to six sections. Put two or three at the crown of your head and two or three underneath. This will ensure even waves all over your head. Try to get the sections as close to the same size as possible so that the finished waves are the same.
3Divide each section into three pieces. Starting at the top of your head, braid each section. Hold one piece in one hand and two pieces in the other hand. Cross each section over in the same order all the way to the end of your hair. Secure with a small hair rubber band. Repeat with the remaining sections.
4Spray the braids with hair spray. Mist a small amount over your head to help hold the braids in place while you sleep. This will also add hold to the waves once you remove the braids. Cover your head with a bandana, if desired, which will help keep your hair in place.
5Take out the braids. Undo each braid and use your fingers to separate the hair. Once all the braids are out, finger comb your hair and adjust as desired. Add a small amount of styling product to prevent the waves from falling flat during the day.
Tips & WarningsUse products that increase volume on your fine hair, which will help add body.
If your braids are still wet when you take them out, use a blow dryer and lightly run it back and forth over your head until they are dry.
Pull a small bit of your hair back and secure with bobby pins, barrettes or a clip. This hairstyle highlights your waves and makes it look fuller at the same time.
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