How to Tuck in a French Braid

French braids look like they're very complex to do. But, they're really not. What's great about a French braid is that you can make a simple change and it creates a totally new look. For instance, tuck the French braid under to create a sleeker, more mature hair style. Follow these steps to learn how.

Things You'll Need

• Hair brush or comb
• Hair elastic
• Pins
• Hairspray

Instructions

1. Finish the French braid by braiding as far as you can go--all the way to the end of the hair. Tie it off tightly with an elastic or rubber band.

2. Fold the braid in half, under itself. Tuck the bottom of the braid up under the center of the French braid itself.

3. Hold the French braid in place with one hand. Grab hair pins or bobby pins with the other hand.

4. Secure the French braid with hair pins. Stick them into the hair focusing on the area under the braid and to the sides of the braid. Make sure the pins are grabbing the ends of the braid.

5. Hide the pins inside the hair so they don't show. Keep pinning up the braid until it's completely secure and in place.

6. Spray the entire French braid with hair spray.

Tips & Warnings

• Use pins to hide any bumps in the French braid. Simply press the pin into the bump and push it until it lies flat.

• Add pins, flowers or other accessories to dress up the French braid.

Resources

• French braiding your own hair