3. Step-by-Step 10-Minute Styling & Blowout Routine
In Part 3 of our breakdown for 39 Braided Hairstyles You Won't Miss, let’s walk through the exact hands-on technique I teach my clients so their hair looks freshly styled in ten minutes or less.
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Sienna’s At-Home Salon Finish Protocol
For an at-home braid, I recommend starting with a round brush blowout to add some shine and smoothness to the hair.
Then, use a braiding spray to help detangle the hair and make it easier to braid.
Simply section the hair into three parts and begin the braid, gently picking up small sections of hair as you go.
Finish with a spritz of hairspray to keep everything in place.
For a more polished look, I recommend using a curling iron to add some texture and definition to the braid.
Simply section the hair into small parts and then use a curling iron to create loose, beachy waves.
Finish with a spritz of hairspray to keep everything in place.
Take a moment to review the proportions, textures, and timing notes on this page so each step adapts effortlessly to your own routine.
Head to Page 4 for my long-term gloss maintenance schedule, bond-repair tips, and salon touch-up checklist.