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  • Question
    How do you do an upside-down braid?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You can create an inverted braid by crossing the outer strands of a French braid under the center strand instead of over. You can also braid the hair from the nape toward the hairline, creating a reverse flow.
  • Question
    How many types of braids are there?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    There are many types of braids, but they are all based on a few techniques. If you can master a plait, French braid, cornrow, four-strand, five-strand, fishtail, and rope braid, you can braid anything!
  • Question
    What is a milkmaid braid?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    A milkmaid braid is a style of braid with a neat center part that wraps around the head. It is made by creating two pigtail braids and then wrapping them up and around, crossing them over the top of the head.
  • Question
    If I get a lot of bumps in my hair, can I put in bobby pins?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    Yes, bobby pins can be used to hold braids down and to flatten part of the braids that may be bumpy.
  • Question
    How do I milkmaid braid my hair with bobby pins?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    After you've finished braiding both braids and placed them on top of your head, secure them with bobby pins. Try to use bobby pins that match your hair's color. Place bobby pins at the ends of the braids, and connect them to the hair, so that they're able to attach to the roots and be secure.
  • Question
    How do you get the bumps down in like 10 seconds?
    Community Answer
    If you have some bumps in your braids, you can use bobby pins to hold them down. If you end up with a lot of bumps, you will probably want to redo your braid and try to make it a little tighter.
  • Question
    Will the milkmaid braid hold for a long time?
    Community Answer
    It should last all day. If you're concerned about it falling out of place, you can use some extra bobby pins and hairspray.
  • Question
    How long does your hair have to be to milkmaid braid it?
    Community Answer
    It would need to be around medium length, just past the shoulders at least.
  • Question
    Do I have to leave the braids loose if tied up in pigtails?
    Community Answer
    Depending on the look you are going for, you can make it loose or tight. Tight gives a very professional look, while loose give a very bohemian vibe.
  • Question
    Can I still do a milkmaid braid even with layered hair since my hair is different lengths?
    Community Answer
    Yes, of course you can do a milkmaid braid with layered hair but it will be messier. The hair would stick out from the braid and the end result wouldn't be sleek and polished. However, you can give it a boho look by adding some fresh flowers and using a bit of hairspray. Maybe layered hair would be better with rope braids or a tight fishtail. Try it out.
  • Question
    Are you able to put milkmaid braids in part of your hair and leave the rest down?
    Community Answer
    You may. On the top layer of your hair, it creates a halo of sorts. It would look much better on the bottom layer of your hair; but keep in mind, it might not reach.
  • Question
    Is a milkmaid braid a special up-do?
    Community Answer
    A milkmaid braid is a casual up-do. It can be made special by giving it a twist, adding a ribbon to the braids, embellishing it with flowers, trying any other braid instead of the classic three stranded one. The sky is your limit. It can be worn at work, a party, date or a wedding, the choice is yours.
  • Question
    What is the proper crown braid shape?
    Community Answer
    Most people like to make crowns in a circle, but you can also go crazy and do all sorts of shapes.
  • Question
    Can I do a milkmaid braid with hair on my shoulders?
    Community Answer
    Yes. It should work, although it may not reach the top. Try French braiding up your head.
  • Question
    Why does this hurt my arms?
    Kindness
    Top Answerer
    When you lift your arms to braid your own hair, your muscles and bones are working against gravity. Because braiding takes a bit of time to complete, your arms eventually get tired and hurt after staying long in a position opposed to gravity.
  • Question
    How would my milkmaid braid look if I leave it in overnight?
    Community Answer
    It would definitely have a messy, edgy look. However, that isn't a bad thing. You can freshen it up in the morning, let it loose or leave it be. Freshening the look up in the morning would be ideal if you want to wear the hairstyle another day. If you let it loose, your hair will be wavy. Leaving it be would give you a slightly edgy look, which can be cool.
  • Question
    Is this a good homecoming hair style?
    Community Answer
    It depends on the type of dress you are wearing. It could be a great fit if the dress you are wearing is not too formal.
  • Question
    Can I milkmaid braid my hair if it is medium length and thin?
    Community Answer
    That’s how my hair is. I tried it and it does work! Just make sure to put tons of bobby pins in.
  • Question
    Can I milkmaid braid my thick hair?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it's fairly easy. All you have to do is follow the same instructions, but use a little more hairspray to get rid of frizz.
  • Question
    How long should this hair style take to do?
    Community Answer
    It should take somewhere between 5-15 minutes, depending on how skilled you are at styling.
  • Question
    How do I stop my baby hairs from falling out?
    Community Answer
    Try using hairspray or bobby pins. You could also try gel.
  • Question
    I just recently dyed and relaxed my hair. Now it is short and messy. Can I still milkmaid braid it?
    Community Answer
    Yes, if it’s long enough to make the braids reach the top middle of your head. (It will look slightly messy, though.)
  • Question
    How do I milkmaid braid short hair?
    Community Answer
    Do the same, although they may not reach the top. Try Dutch or French braiding instead.
  • Question
    Can I use hairspray if I'm getting bumps in my hair from braiding my hair?
    Community Answer
    You could but it would be better to just use bobby pins because they will not make your hair stiff and therefore harder to work with.
  • Question
    Why does my hair stick out when I put the two braids together? If I don't have hairspray, is there anything else I can use?
    Community Answer
    According to the tips at the bottom after the video: "If you end up with a bump in one of your braids, just use a bobby pin to hold it down."
  • Question
    Do milkmaid braids look good on 10-13 year olds with brown hair?
    Mary Maney
    Community Answer
    A milkmaid braid would look good on anyone. You can use Dutch braid, classic braid, rope braid, and even a fishtail braid.
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