Chapter 18 Braiding and Braid Extensions

1. Chapter 18 Braiding and Braid Extensions

2. “Minds are like parachutes. They only function when open.”– Thomas Dewar

3. Objectives Explain how to prepare the hair for braiding. Demonstrate the procedure for cornrowing.

4. 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.

5. Natural Hairstyling Natural hairstyling originated in Africa. Some procedures take many hours to complete and last from six weeks to three months.

6. 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

7. 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

8. Hair Analysis Texture Diameter of hair; feel; wave pattern Density Hair condition Length

9. Tools for Braiding Boar-bristle brush Square paddle brush Vent brush Wide-tooth comb Tail comb Double-tooth comb Finishing comb Cutting comb Pick with rounded teeth Blow-dryer with pick nozzle Diffuser 5-inch scissors Long clips Butterfly and small clips Hood dryer Small rubber bands or string

10. Tools for Braiding (continued)

11. Implements and Materials Extension fibers Hackle Drawing board

12. Fibers Human hair: most imported from Asia Kanekalon: excellent quality Nylon or rayon: less expensive; may cut or break natural hair

13. Yarn: made of cotton or nylon blend Lin: wool fiber from Africa Yak: from Tibetan or Asian ox Fibers (continued)

14. Wet or Dry Hair Dry is best for braiding. Allow for shrinkage when braiding wet.

15. 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.

16. Blow-Drying Benefits Dries hair quickly Softens hair Loosens and elongates wave pattern Aids manipulation process

17. Preparation for Braiding Procedure

18. 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

19. 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

20. Ways to Cultivate Locks Double twisting Wrapping with cord Coiling Palm rolling Braiding Not combing or brushing

21. Three Lock Methods Comb technique

22. Palm roll Braids or extensions Three Lock Methods (continued)

23. 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.

24. Procedures Visible Braid Procedure Rope Braid Procedure Fishtail Braid Procedure Invisible Braid Procedure Single Braids without Extensions

25. Procedures (continued) Single Braids with Extensions Cornrows Procedure Cornrows with Extensions

26. Summary and Review What is the most effective way to prepare hair for braiding? What are the steps in creating basic corn rows?

27. Congratulations! You have completed one unit of study toward course completion.