How to Secure French Braids With Hair Products

A French braid is an easy way to dress up medium to long hair for any occasion. The braiding technique leaves hair looking intricately woven and beautiful. To keep wisps and stray ends from detracting from the look, try one of these technique.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Braid the hair when it is damp to have more control and to tighten the braid as it dries. Comb the hair so that it is perfectly smooth before beginning.

2. Spray the hair with gel or hairspray before braiding to add body and to lock the hair into place as it dries. Ask an assistant to spray the hair with a setting lotion or refresh it with a fine mist of rose water as the braiding continues.

3. Dampen the hair with a fine mist of hairspray. Use one hand and press down over the French braid while using a blow drying to dry the hairspray and secure any fine hairs.

4. Use a bit of pomade or hair wax on the finished braid to secure any flyaway ends. Place a small amount of pomade in the palm of the hand and work it for a few minutes between the hands to emulsify it before applying it to the hair. Press the product onto the braid.

5. Control frizzy ends with a little shine product or oil. Pat or spray the product onto the finished braid and then press it into the hair while using a blow dryer.

6. Keep stray ends in place with hairspray. Use the end of a rat-tail comb to push the stray ends back into the braid and then finish with extra-hold hairspray.

Tips & Warnings

• Wrap the hair at night with a silk scarf or night cap to control frizz. Use the product on your hair before wrapping or putting on the night cap.