How to Add Waves to Your Hair Using Braids

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By Katie OConnor
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Wavy Hair

Hot irons can be dangerous and harmful to your hair, but there’s no doubt they give great look when waving your hair. However, there’s a much easier way to get a great result – and more volume too! Add some waves to your hair using braids for a fun, pretty look that’s quick and easy.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Hair ties
Water
Bandana
Hair spray or mousse
Hair dryer

Step 1

Start with a damp head of hair. Starting with a wet head helps the braids set better.
Step 2

Split your hair into your regular part. Remember that it’s hard to change your part once it’s in waves, so do not skip this step!
Step 3

Start at the front of your hair. Split into thick squares across your hairline. Thin hair should have 2-3 on each side of the part. Thick hair will have 3-5. Splitting into thicker sections will cause looser waves.
Step 4

Continue making squares like these from the front of your hair to the back.
Step 5

Tie each with a hair tie, and cover your head with a bandana.
Step 6

Sleep on the braids. Your hair will usually be dry in the morning. If not use a blowdryer on low to dry wet braids.
Step 7

Untie the braids and gently unfold the twists. Finger-style gently.
Step 8

Add hair spray or mousse for extra hold.

Tips & Warnings

For a funkier, crimped look, make smaller, tighter braids.
To make your waves a little wild, flip your head upside-down and spray generously with hairspray. This will add generous volume.
Do not brush your hair with these waves! It will only turn your hair into a frizzy mess!