How to Do Cute Hairstyles with Braids: Fine Hair
Got long locks? Braids can help change up your look in minutes.
From French braids, Dutch braids, pigtails, crown braids, fishtail braids, bubble braids and many more, you can braid your hair into a classic up-do, a casual messy look, or half-up, half-down braids for a bit of both.
Braiding can seem confusing or complicated, especially when you see some of the intricate styles out there. But even if you’re a beginner, you can learn how to plait your hair by following along with these easy tutorials from celebrity hairstylist Christine Symonds.
Join the Batiste Braidy Ladies, who tested three step-by-step braids tutorials with Christine: half-up, half-down crown braids, fishtail pigtail braids, and bubble braids. If you missed the show live on IGTV, you can still check out the videos below or on the Batiste YouTube Channel.
Show off your sleek new braids on BeReal or during your latest viral TikTok.
If you have textured hair, check out our tips for dry shampoo with box braids or crochet braids.
How to Braid Half Up, Half Down Crown Braids
Go from plain hair to a fabulous half-up, half-down crown braids hairstyle in just 13-minutes with this video. Hairstylist Christine Symonds teaches the Braidy Ladies how to section off hair and create cute crown braids in this step-by-step tutorial.
How to Do Fishtail Braids Tutorial
Think fishtail braids are too complicated? Think again. Christine Symonds also has an easy braid tutorial for fishtail pigtail braids.
Fishtail braids look intricate, but they are actually easier for many people who get confused by three-strand braids. Follow Christine and the Braidy Ladies for a step-by-step tutorial for simple and cute pigtail fishtail braids. Here’s a tip: rub some Batiste Leave-In Hair Mask through your mids and ends before braiding to help nourish, smooth and reduce stray hairs.
Dry Shampoo Tips & Hacks for Braids Hairstyles
Dry shampoo is a great product for braiding fine or straight hair because it adds grip to help make hair less slippery. This helps your braids stay together and look fuller. For great-looking braids, Symonds says: spray your favorite Batiste Dry Shampoo into your hair and brush it through to soak up oils and add volume and texture.
Curly-haired or dry-haired folks can use Batiste Leave-In Hair Masks before braiding to smooth and nourish hair at the ends.
Batiste Dry Shampoo applied to the roots before braiding can help volumize your hair for thicker-looking braids and tame "fly-aways" and stragglers. Use it before you braid, or spray some on your fingers to push out-of-place pieces back into the braid.