The multiple ponytails hairstyle

The best hair styles of long hair are those that use limited preparation time. The multiple ponytails style is a very popular long hairstyle.

The multiple ponytails style consists of three base ponytails, but it is possible to have more ponytails if interested! Once the basic style of three ponytails is mastered, which normally takes ten minutes, you can improvise on it! If you plan on just having three ponytails, newly washed hair is great; but if you plan to add knots or braids, it’s better to work with hair that is not so soft. The hair has to be brushed to remove knots and tangles. Then all the hair from the top of your crown has to be picked up and separated into three even sections. Some hair from the ears below has to be left loose to flow around your neck. Each ponytail then has to be smoothened into separate mini-ponytails, and secured with either a hair bungee or elastic hair band. Once the basic multi-pony look has been achieved, you could use different braided or knotted styles. You could create multiple ponytails where no hair is left to flow down your back. Another choice is to have all the different ponytails coiled up and pinned on top of the crown to get a beautiful up-do of braids. You could also braid the center of the multi ponytails and leave the side ponytails unbraided. Then you could pin jeweled hairpins at the top of each ponytail, or experiment with different color scrunches to cover the elastic bands.

Bohemian Hair Styles

Talking about Bohemian hair styles, I think of earthy and natural looking hair. Long hair parted in the middle and hanging in loose subtle curls is a throwback to the 1970’s hippie scene. Back then, young women wore long flowing hair with leather headbands, faded jeans and chunky jewelry, very much like some of our styles today. With or without bangs, Bohemian hair enhances your natural beauty and brings out a feminine glow. Loose face-framing curls can give you a soft, romantic look.

Thick straight bangs are one option, while some prefer long, side-swept, almost wispy bangs. No matter what texture your hair is, wearing it in its natural state is perfectly Bohemian.


Brooke White and Carly Simon wore Bohemian Hair Styles

You can create this wild child hair, by scrunching even or layered hair sprayed with a curl activator such as TIGI’s, Curls Rock or a mousse like Paul Mitchell’s Sculpting Foam with conditioner. Scrunching will give your hair more texture and volume, let your hair air dry and finger comb through. Your bohemian hair style is uniquely yours to wear and as a hair stylist, I think our individual differences are what make each of us beautiful.

Bohemian hair styles are low maintenance and look ultra-feminine, so keep make-up fresh and light to go with your hairstyle.


Minka Kelly in half up do with braids

One quick and easy Bohemian hair style is long natural hair with two loose braids on either side of a center part, then connecting in the back. Easy to do and looks sooo cute!


Sienna Miller in a Bohemian halo updo hair style

Want a Bohemian Updo hair style? You can create a braided halo; start with a center part and a long braid. Wrap the braid around your head and pin it down as you wrap, secure the end of the braid under the beginning of it.


Side braids connecting in back

Another Bohemian updo hair style starts with two French braids on the sides, which are braided to the neckline where the ends are secured with elastic. Separating the ends into smaller sections, twist each section into a coil then pin it down, leaving the ends free. It’s an artsy, Bohemian updo that turns out differently every time you create it.

Your Bohemian hair style may be as simple as pulling your hair off your face and letting long waves spill over your shoulders. Whichever, you choose remember that Bohemian hair is clean, shiny and natural!

Micro braid hairstyles

African American women are very common with Micro braid hairstyles. When people are on vacation in the Bahamas, Jamaica, Mexico, and many other touristy and tropical areas, they wear micro braids too. For any age micro braids can be a fun hair style, but people usually get a few, and they are only worn for a short period of time. Please keep in mind, the brittle hair is not the best type of hair to be braided. The hair can damaged to hair, and for a period of time it may cause brittle hair to break. When you remove the braids, your hair could be damaged beyond repair.


Beautiful Black Micro Braid Hairstyles

There has been micro braid hairstyle for a long time now. Some people think it is a particularly comfortable option. It helps you keep cool during summers if you have long hair. If you maintain it properly, it lasts for days together.


Micro Braids Hairstyle with Human Hair

Micro Braid Hairstyles have been popular amongst the guys since the likes of rapper stars like Coolie and Snoop Dog came around that. The trend has kept going in their favor.

You need to take care of micro braids before, after, and during the braiding process to ensure the best result. The reason is that the very small nature of the braids hair can easily be damage and even fall out. Maintenance of micro braids hairstyles includes routine conditioning and shampooing. The black braid hair style is worn for about three months. You need to follow a healthy diet and keep the scalp clean and well conditioned.

Tips for Braids Hair

Treat your scalp to an invigorating fingertip massage and sponge the braids themselves.



You’ll find that a silk or satin scarf wrapped around your head at night keeps your braids neat; avoid using cotton as it tends to draw out your braids’ natural oils.

Some braided styles should not really be washed (such as corkscrew braids), get the green light from your hair braiding stylist before proceeding. Know when to end a good thing.

You may be tempted to keep those glamorous braids in forever, but remember that it’s unhealthy to keep your braided hairstyle for more than two months.

When braids or weaves are removed, allow afro hair to rest first before relaxing the hair. Essential - trimming between braiding.

Boho Braids Hairstyles

This summer, one of the hottest trends will be the very cute, very elegant and easy to do, boho braids. A boho braid is a side swept single braid that gives your coif a little edge. Boho braids work on anyone with medium to long hair. It doesn’t work that well on short hair because the braid needs to be swept across to one side and go behind the ear.



A boho braid can be included in any messy updos, including natural, soft waves, or just a messy bun. To get the messy updo with the boho braid, start by spritzing your hair with a shine enhancer after you’ve washed it.

Get a dime-sized amount of gel or mousse and scrunch your hair with your hands. Flip your hair over for even more volume, and blow dry.

Take a 2-4 inch piece of hair right at the front (see picture) and braid it across to the other side. Make sure you braid it all the way to the end. Pin the braid behind the ear, and you’re all set. Boho braids are great for the summer because they keep the hair out of your face, as well as giving you a chic and elegant do that you can wear anytime during the day.

Braids Hairstyles

Cornrows Hairstyles

What is Braiding?

Braids are popular with today’s diverse community, ideal for summer or holidays, keeping the natural hair in place. Braiding is a popular method used especially amongst afro-Caribbean clients. Braids hold your natural hair in place and protect it from daily exposure.

Suitability

The technique used can be time consuming, but a full head can be achieved within four hours depending on length and thickness. Braids can last up to two to three months depending on hair textures; extension fibre can be added creating a variety of styles and colours. Such styles include cornrows, micro braids and twist braids.

The Process

The amount of time taken will depend on your chosen style, and whether you require a full or half head of braids, some clients will mix different braid techniques to create their desired look. Front cornrow back single braids. The micro braids could last up to four months, this braid technique takes around five hours.

For Afro hair types, after braiding you may apply you normal after care products, or recommended braid sheen.


Long Braids Hairstyles

Mermaid hair styles

Locks that different in color will really illuminate the contours of a unique, loosely braided style - you might even consider asking your stylist to add in a few extra highlights on the underside of your tresses to play up the hair-do. Madeleine hairpins with French lace, Swarovski crystals, and ostrich feathers will make you gorgeous.

African American Hairstyles

Traditional African American Hairstyles


The traditional African hairstyles that the African Americans embraced for generations often included tight braids and slicked back hair. These hairstyles were easy to care for and often included parties to get the hair dressed properly.

Braids Hairstyles for African American Women

Braids have simply evolved. Braids can be used to add hair extensions or weaves in, or to style the natural hair in an easy to manage hairstyle. Braids often form crowns or other styles such as buns as one would use their unbraided hair. Braids are difficult to get tangled and require only minor care adjustments, making them easy to keep.