Two Braids Every Pinay Can Wear in 2022

Create an exciting 'do by putting your hair in two braids. Check out these hairstyles and let the fun begin. 

Do you love braids? Better get two, then! Two braids are perfect for hot and humid days. They keep every strand in place while making you look fresh even if you’re sweating. They are also easy to make. And even if you’re staying indoors the whole day, double-braided hairstyles are practical, especially if you’re going to be busy with various at-home like working out indoors or doing conference calls.

Ready to style your hair? Check out these chic ‘dos to get you started.

Two Braids Hairstyles That You Can Easily Create at Home

1. Two Side Braids

Two braids: Asian girl with two side braids
Unleash your quirky personality with side braids. Credit: Hariono Halim

Simply part your hair at the center and divide it into two equal sections. Create a basic three-strand braid on each side, and that’s it! Easy, right? This ‘do also doesn’t get messed up easily so no need for you to restyle in the middle of the day.

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Editor’s tip: Make hair soft and easy to style by washing it with Sunsilk Smooth and Manageable Shampoo. With the five flower essences, your hair will even smell fresh all day long! 

2. Looped Side Braids

Two braids: Asian girl with looped side braids
Wear looped side braids to shake up your school ‘do.

Now that you know how to make two side braids, you can easily make this one. After securing the ends of your braids with an elastic, pin them to the base to create a loop. You can use two or more bobby pins to keep your hair in place.

Editor’s tip: Keep your braids free from frizz by spritzing them with TRESemmé Salon Finish Extra Hold Hairspray before creating the loops. 

3. Boxer Braid

Two braids: Asian woman with boxer braid
With boxer braid, your hair won’t be a nuisance while working out.

Headed to the gym? Or doing planks and curl-ups right at your own home? Put your hair in a boxer braid to keep hair off your face while working out. Your braids should be close to your scalp. If you have dandruff, it will easily show in this hairstyle, so make sure you combat these nasty white flakes with an anti-dandruff shampoo.

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Editor’s tip: Minimize dandruff while nourishing and hydrating your scalp by washing your hair with Clear Complete Soft Care Anti-Dandruff Shampoo.

4. Loose Side Braids

Two braids: Woman with blonde hair and two loose braids
Loosen up your braids to add a chic, laidback feel to your hairstyle. Credits: Shutterstock

If regular twin plaits look too nene for you, the solution is easy: loosen them up. Doing so adds a grown-up appeal to your braids. Putting your hair in a loose hairstyle once in a while is also good to prevent breakage. You can wear loose side braids on weekends when you just want to chill at home watching your favorite TV series or listening to music.

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Editor’s tip: Use TRESemmé Total Salon Repair Shampoo and TRESemmé Total Salon Repair Conditioner to help restore your hair’s natural protective barrier, which will help prevent damage due to frequent styling. 

5. Bohemian Braids

Two braids: Woman with long brown hair in side braids and headband
A headband instantly adds a boho-chic vibe to any hairstyle. Credits: Shutterstock

Add a boho-chic flavor to your look by finishing your ‘do with a headband. This hairstyle is perfect for the beach as you lounge around and sip coconut juice. You can also go for this ‘do if you want to spice up your everyday look, whether you’re going out or not.

Editor’s tip: Do you have super straight and sleek hair? Spritz TONI&GUY Sea Salt Texturising Spray before you braid to give your hair grip. This will help make your hairstyle last longer. 

6. Twin Fishtail Braid

Summer braid: Closeup shot of an Asian woman with medium-length dark hair in two braids smiling outdoors
Even medium-length hair can be braided. Try the twin fishtail braid.

Feel like plaiting your shoulder-length hair? The twin fishtail braid is perfect for that. And because you weave smaller sections of hair at a time, you end up with a finer braid shape that will surely make your friends marvel at your hairstyling skills.

7. Messy Braid Hairstyle

Summer Sale: Asian woman with long dark hair in messy two braids hairstyle smiling
Look fresh and feel presko with this chic ‘do. Credit: Hariono Halim

A double Dutch braid can look too polished on days when you’re staying home, so what are you going to do? Make a chic mess! Just loosen some strands around your face to nail this ‘do. What a simple hair hack, isn’t it?

8. Thick and Messy

two braids: girl is winking while showing off her nice and long braided hair
This ‘do looks great even on second-day hair. Credit: Shutterstock

Got thick hair? Great! You can easily nail a messy hairstyle. But even if you don’t have thick hair, the messy style will do the trick and make your tresses look fuller. This ‘do comes in handy when you want to style your hair for a quick grocery run.

9. Two Braided Buns

two braids: girl's back view is seen as she shows her braided buns
Turn your buns to stylish braided buns. Credit: Shutterstock

Can’t take the summer heat but still want a unique hairstyle? Then, go for this updo that’s definitely going to turn any bad hair day into a stylish hair day. This hairstyle also exudes youth and playfulness. And the summer heat? You can kiss it goodbye!

10. Low Untucked Two Braids

two braids: girl is holding a paper heart while wearing two braids
Look like Goldilocks with this hairstyle. Credit: Shutterstock

Exude a relaxed look with low plaits. It’s perfect for thin hair because the untucked part creates the illusion of thick hair. So, the next time you want this kind of hairstyle, go double and just let the strands cover a part of your face.

11. Schoolgirl Braid

back view of model's hair is showing, flaunting her two braids
Try this ‘do even if you’ve long graduated from school. Credit: Shutterstock

This hairstyle used to be popular among schoolgirls many years back. Today, it’s popular for all ages who want to look nice while feeling fresh. All you have to do is to create two French braids to achieve this hairstyle.

12. Pink Braids

model is wearing pink sunglasses and pink hair
Pink hair looks preppy. Credit: Shutterstock

Two preppy concepts in one hairstyle equal style and beauty. Imagine how cute and girly you can look with this hairstyle.

Indeed, two braids are better than one. Share these ideas with your friends so all of you can sport these hairstyles wherever you are.