How to Do a French Braid with Box Braids

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Gather a small section of hair/braids

   This section of hair is normally taken from the front and center of the head and should be in a horizontal line (i.e. from the same row of hair, rather than lower or higher).
   
   The section can also be taken from the side of the head if you are choosing to create a side French braid or a French braid that runs diagonally across the back of your head.
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   Step 2: and separate it into 3 smaller sections.

   Repeat this two more times, crossing the left section over the new middle section, and then the right section over the middle again.
   
   This is a basic Braid, which will form the beginning of your French braid. , Cross this left section over the middle. , Cross this right section over the middle section. , If your hair is long enough, then continue to braid normally until you come to the end. ,
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   Step 3: Hold the 3 small sections of hair in both hands and cross the right section of hair over the middle section.

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   Step 4: Grab a small section of hair from the left side of your head near the top front and join it with the left section of the braid.

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   Step 5: Now grab a small section of hair from the right side of your head and join it with the right section of the braid.

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   Step 6: Continue steps 3-4 until you have "used up" all of your hair.

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   Step 7: Finish by securing your braid with an elastic or hair tie!

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