How to Cornrow Children's Hair
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. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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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.
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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.
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Wash the child's hair with shampoo. Hair should be damp but not soaking wet when you do the cornrows.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bring a strand around and pick up some hair from the rest of the section. Join the new hair with the strand.
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Continue to braid, picking up another section of hair with each stitch. Think of it as adding hair constantly to a braid.
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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.
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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.
