Cute Half Up Waterfall Bubble Braids Hairstyle

A waterfall bubble braids hairstyle is a great addition to your hair routine. It works well for short, medium-length, or long hair. Because it is easy to adapt to your unique hair, it is a good choice for anyone to wear. I really like it as a hairstyle for bridesmaids in a wedding. The look is the same, but each person is unique! How cool is that?

Waterfall Bubble Braids

Bubble braids are one of my favorite styles, but this design incorporates them into the classic waterfall braid. The waterfall braid is just a fun version of the French braid. Adding small braids to the ends of the parts gives it more texture that creates a look that stands out from the rest. You’re sure to love how it turns out, regardless of your hair length or texture.

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What Should I Do with Waterfall Bubble Braids?

This hairstyle requires only a few things. You usually need hair ties. For this, I recommend using the smaller non-slip hair bands. Depending on your preference, you can use colors or clear. Also, even if not used in the final look, having a few bobby pins on hand will help keep the hair separated and out.

Waterfall Bubble Braids Tutorial

This hairstyle looks great on any hair length or texture. Another benefit is that it works well on clean hair and dirty hair. I like to do braids like this a day or two after washing my hair. It helps keep the hair in place and has fewer flyaways.

Start by combing your hair and making sure it is completely detangled. Our model has a side part, and that looks great with this braid. However, if you want, you can have a middle part for this style. Do what is most comfortable for you.

Step 1

On the side opposite your hair part, pull the hair back from the part to behind your ear.

Secure it with a hair tie as a half side ponytail. Your braid will start on this side and will be the longer part, so go ahead and clean up the sides and smooth it back if necessary.

Step 2

Now, take the hair from underneath and on the opposite side, on the side without the ponytail. Cut it out of the way until later. This will help keep your braids and the fall more manageable.

Step 3

Next, you start adding foam braids and a waterfall look to the style. Start by dividing the hair in the ponytail into 5 sections. These will be small sections that will be “bubble” braids.

Now, starting at the outer end section, add a band of hair about 1″ below where the main ponytail is in place.

Then, every 1/2″ to about 3/4 down the braid, you add another hair tie.

Now, repeat this same process with the other four sections of that tail. Remember, you are only wrapping the hair you pulled out and nothing is placed under or to the side of the braids.

When done, you will have 5 small bubble braids hanging from the half-up partial ponytail you created.

Step 4

Once all the foam braids are done, you move to the other side of your head. Unclip the hair, and then pull the front part of the hair, from the ear towards the back. Use side hair from part to ear/edge of your hairline.

Step 5

Divide it into three sections and braid once.

Then, pull the foam braid closest to you, towards the braid you started with. Braid the ends of the braid into the original braid.

Continue this process, adding another foam braid each time you cross for another braid.

Once you have added all five mini braids to the main side braid, you will secure it at the end with a hair band.

Tips For Making Waterfall Braids

The waterfall braid is a unique version of the French braid. Basically, it is a French braid where part of the hair is left to go through your back or hairline. It sounds super tricky, but it’s actually a very simple process. If you’re worried about doing this, below are some quick tips to make sure your braid looks good.

• Make sure your hair is combed or brushed out and detangled. For added convenience, I recommend using a straightening product if you are doing this with curly or wavy hair.
• Gather all your supplies and bring them. Since you’re adding lots of small hair ties and lots of braids, you’ll need to have a bunch of them on hand. For this braid, small rubber or elastic bands are best.
• Grab some extra bobby pins or small clips to help keep the hair out of place while you work on the waterfall braid.
• Don’t rush the process. Although this is not a difficult style, it should be paid attention to. Do this when you have time to practice first, or when you have plenty of time and no distractions.

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