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How to Cornrow Children's Hair

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Cornrows are a precise form of braiding that developed in Africa. Anyone can learn how to do cornrows on children's hair. It takes some time, skill and a bit of practice, but eventually even a novice can accomplish cornrows with ease.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Figure out what kind of style you're looking for. Plan it out before you begin with the child's hair. Draw out your plan on paper.

  2. Step 2

    Pick a time of day when the child is in a happy mood. She needs to sit still for a while, so she can't be tired or cranky. Give your child books or toys to keep her entertained while you cornrow her hair.

  3. Step 3

    Wash the child's hair with shampoo. Hair should be damp but not soaking wet when you do the cornrows.

  4. Step 4

    Use hair wax on straight hair before beginning. Make sure it's a water-based wax, not oil-based. Try Ice Wax or Aquarius Wax. Treat tight, curly hair with a moisturizer before beginning. The best bet is a hair grease or hair food. Most hair creams will break down too soon.

  5. Step 5

    Part the child's hair to create the section where you want the cornrow. Secure the other hair with a hair clip or rubber band to keep it out of the way.

  6. Step 6

    Separate a small section of the hair. Make three strands to begin the row. Weave them into one or two stitches of a normal braid.

  7. Step 7

    Bring a strand around and pick up some hair from the rest of the section. Join the new hair with the strand.

  8. Step 8

    Continue to braid, picking up another section of hair with each stitch. Think of it as adding hair constantly to a braid.

  9. Step 9

    Tuck hair under if you want to make an invisible braid. Bring the hair over the top for a visible track braid. Once you get all the hair into the braid, secure it with a rubber band.

Tips & Warnings
  • Add beads to the bottom of the cornrows for some flair.
  • Don't pull too hard on the hair, especially near the hairline, since it could break.

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