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Cornrow Foundations

Clean parts, even tension and straight back cornrows from hairline to nape.

You will be able toBraid neat straight back cornrows with consistent parts and comfortable tension.

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Chapter sequence

  1. 01

    Prepare

    Preparation

    Start with clean, detangled and conditioned hair.

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  2. 02

    Section

    Sectioning and parting

    Map each row before you braid.

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  3. 03

    Demonstrate

    The underhand braid

    Pick up hair with every pass to keep the braid flat to the scalp.

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  4. 04

    Finish

    Finishing and edges

    Set the style and care for the hairline.

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Who it is for

Anyone learning to braid on their own hair or a model.

Prerequisites

None. Comfortable three strand plaiting helps.

Equipment

  • Rat tail comb
  • Sectioning clips
  • Wide tooth comb
  • Edge brush

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