Based on the provided reference, the process of tying front braids involves continuously plaiting the hair by pushing one section of hair in between two others, essentially following a standard braiding technique while keeping the braid at the front of the head.
While the snippet is quite brief, here's a generalized and more complete explanation of how to tie front braids, assuming we're talking about a standard front braid or French braid that starts at the hairline:
- Preparation: Begin with detangled and slightly damp or moisturized hair for better grip.
- Sectioning: Divide the hair at the front of your head where you want the braid to start. Usually, this is at the hairline, and you'll take a section about 2-3 inches wide.
- Starting the Braid: Divide this section into three equal strands.
- Initial Plait: Begin a standard braid by crossing the right strand over the middle strand, and then the left strand over what is now the middle strand.
- Incorporating Hair: This is where the "front" aspect becomes important. Pick up a small section of hair from the side of your head closest to the strand you're about to cross over the middle. Add this section to that strand before you cross it over the middle.
- Repeat on the Other Side: Now, pick up a small section of hair from the other side of your head and add it to the strand you're about to cross over the middle. Then, cross that combined strand over the middle strand.
- Continue Braiding: Repeat steps 5 and 6, adding hair from both sides of your head into the braid each time you cross a strand over the middle. Maintain consistent tension for a neat braid.
- Reaching the End: Once you've incorporated all the hair along your hairline into the braid, continue braiding the remaining length in a standard three-strand braid.
- Securing: Secure the end of the braid with a hair tie.
- Finishing Touches: You can gently pull at sections of the braid to make it appear fuller or add texture. Hairspray can help hold the style in place.
