Hair 411: The braided starlet

How-To: Apply mousse to wet hair before blow drying completely with a diffuser (or a hair dryer on a low setting). This will help maintain all natural body. Part hair in the middle. Using a 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-inch curling iron, spiral wrap 1- to 2-inch panels of hair to create loose waves. Take a 1 square-inch section from each side of the head and French braid each side to the center back of the head (two inches above the nape of the neck). If you don't know how to French braid, twist each section to the back and clip together.

Product Picks: For added shine, prep hair by washing with Suave Professionals Vibrant Shine Shampoo & Conditioner. Finish with Suave Professionals Vibrant Shine Hairspray for extra hold and shine.

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