1. Chapter 18
Braiding and Braid Extensions
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2. “Minds are like parachutes. They only function
when open.”
– Thomas Dewar
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3. Client Consultation
Focus on client expectations.
Build trust and confidence.
Follow standard consultation guidelines.
Conduct in quiet spot.
Be warm, be friendly, and listen.
Complete client record card.
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4. Natural Hairstyling
Natural hairstyling originated in Africa.
Some procedures take many hours to complete and last from
six weeks to three months.
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5. Natural or Virgin Hair
No chemicals or dyes
Natural or coil pattern of hair not alerted
Never exposed to thermal styling tools, according
to some
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6. Natural Hairstyling
Braiding and extensions
Twisting: overlapping two strands to form a candy-cane effect
Weaving: intertwining a weft of faux hair with natural hair
Wrapping
Dreadlocks
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7. Hair Analysis
Texture
Diameter of hair; feel; wave pattern
Density
Hair condition
Length
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8. Tools for Braiding
Boar-bristle brush Blow-dryer with pick nozzle
Square paddle brush Diffuser
Vent brush 5-inch scissors
Wide-tooth comb Long clips
Tail comb Butterfly and small clips
Double-tooth comb Hood dryer
Finishing comb Small rubber bands or string
Cutting comb
Pick with rounded teeth
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9. Tools for Braiding (continued)
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10. Implements and Materials
Extension fibers
Hackle
Drawing board
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11. Fibers
Human hair: most imported from Asia
Kanekalon: excellent quality
Nylon or rayon: less expensive; may cut or break natural hair
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12. Fibers (continued)
Yarn: made of cotton or nylon blend
Lin: wool fiber from Africa
Yak: from Tibetan or Asian ox
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13. Wet or Dry Hair
Dry is best for braiding.
Allow for shrinkage when braiding wet.
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14. Straight Hair
Braid dry.
Let hair fall without tension.
Shampoo first.
Towel-blot without rubbing.
Apply leave-in conditioner.
Detangle from ends to scalp.
Blow-dry hair.
Use pomade, gel, or lotion to hold.
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15. Blow-Drying Benefits
Dries hair quickly
Softens hair
Loosens and elongates wave pattern
Aids manipulation process
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16. Tree Braids
Hair is braided with an extension.
Finished look shows mostly faux hair.
Process takes about four hours.
Two methods
Tying Individual strands in place about an inch from scalp area
Adding long pieces of hair to cornrows
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17. Dreadlocks
Separate networks of curly, textured hair that have been
intertwined and meshed together
Performed without chemicals in several slow phases
Process can take from six to twelve months
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18. Ways to Cultivate Locks
Double twisting
Wrapping with cord
Coiling
Palm rolling
Braiding
Not combing or brushing
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19. Three Lock Methods
Comb technique
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20. Three Lock Methods (continued)
Palm roll
Braids or extensions
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21. Developmental Phases of Locks
Phase 1: Hair is soft and coiled in spirals.
Phase 2: Hair begins to interlace and mesh.
Phase 3: A bulb can be felt at end of lock.
Phase 4: Hair begins to regain length.
Phase 5: Locks are closed at ends, are dense and dull, and do
not reflect light.
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22. Summary and Review
What is the most effective way to prepare hair for braiding?
What are the steps in creating basic corn rows?
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