3. My Step-by-Step Studio Application & Styling Routine
In Part 3 of our guide to 15 Stunning Ways to Braid Curly Hair (Goodbye, Frizz!)., let’s talk hands-on technique.
You don’t need a professional backstage kit if you layer your prep in the right order.
Pin Look
How I Recreate It in Under 15 Minutes
Start with damp, detangled hair—I swear by a wide-tooth comb and a curl-defining cream, not a brush.
Section your hair into four parts, then braid each section from the roots, leaving the ends loose so they can curl naturally.
I always use a satin scrunchie to secure, because elastic bands leave crimps that ruin the finish.
Once the braids are in, I gently pull at the edges to loosen them.
This is the secret to that effortless, lived-in vibe.
Finish with a light-hold hairspray or a drop of argan oil on your palms, then scrunch the braids to blend everything together.
It’s a 20-minute routine that feels like a spa day for your hair.
Turn to Page 4 for my all-night wear longevity secrets, touch-up kit essentials, and final studio checklist.
