Don't be discouraged! "Once you master the rhythm of a basic braid, you can move on to more intricate styles," Rubenstein says. And she's sharing her step-by-step for a basic braid just below.
Next, apply Braid Balm to the root. Step 4: On the first half of the head, take a one-inch section of hair closest to the forehead and separate it into 3 sections to begin creating a Dutch braid.