how to braid your own hair

To braid your own hair, here is a simple step-by-step guide:

1. Start by grabbing a section of hair from the front or side of your head. Tie back the rest of your hair to keep it out of the way.
2. Divide the section into three equal strands using your fingers.
3. Begin braiding by taking the outer right strand and crossing it over the middle strand so that it becomes the new middle section.
4. Next, take the outer left strand and cross it over the new middle strand.
5. Continue alternating crossing the right and left strands over the middle section down the length of your hair.
6. Keep the tension consistent so the braid holds together nicely.
7. Once you reach the end, secure the braid with a small elastic band.
8. You can gently pull the braid to the side or leave it down as desired.

For beginners, it's helpful to do this in front of a mirror and practice the hand movements to get comfortable with holding and crossing strands. This basic three-strand braid is the foundation for many hairstyles and a good starting point for learning how to braid your own hair.