How to Create Piecey, Sculpted Waves

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Begin this with damp hair

   This will ensure the hair is easy to work with and will dry in the braids, the secret to their staying power.
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   Step 2: but no more than 50 percent of it dry.

   , A half dollar sized dollop of each leave in and gel should do the trick.
   
   Disperse throughout hair evenly, focusing on the lower hair shaft. , Two braids is sufficient, but for tighter or more plentiful curls, do more.
   
   Experiment with different kinds of braids, such as normal, fishtail, french, rope, etc.
   
   Different styles will net different curl patterns and may work better for your hair type than others. ,, If they're not, blow dry the braids until they are completely dry. , If you see fit, straighten your bangs and the ends of your hair with the braids still in. , Pat dry and wait until they air dry from it. ,,
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   Step 3: Comb out your hair until all of the knots are completely out.

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   Step 4: Apply a serum or leave in conditioner

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   Step 5: and a little gel or mousse if you want an extra hold.

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   Step 6: Braid your hair.

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   Step 7: Sleep on the braids.

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   Step 8: Make sure the braids are dry in the morning.

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   Step 9: Apply a little serum to the braids and the ends of your hair and bangs.

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    Step 10: Hairspray the braids liberally.

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    Step 11: Carefully remove hair from braids

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    Step 12: then hairspray.

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    Step 13: Finished.

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