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Tutorial: All About Marley Braids and How to Style Them

Everything you need to know about Marley braid hair. 

Today, we’re taking the time to break down protective hairstyles and Marley braid hair in particular. First, we talked about crochet braids—what they are and how you should take care of them. Now, we’re diving into Marley braid hair.

Marley braid hair is actually a type of store-bought hair that is used to create popular styles like Marley twists. The hair is composed of a synthetic fiber called kanekalon. Read on as we dive a little deeper explaining the variations available to you and styling options:

Marley Braid Hair Explained and Popular Hairstyle Ideas

Types of Marley Braid Hair

There are many variations of Marley braid hair from extensions to even wigs. It is offered in different lengths, colors (like blonde, ombre Marley hair and more), and even various curl patterns. When it comes to caring for Marley hair, the hair can be washed and reused, but be sure to check the package. On average a pack of hair would cost about $6. For styling, consider using more than one pack of hair to create the style. For a fuller look, consider buying about a minimum of three packs of hair.

Styles Created with Marley Braid Hair

While variations of Marley twists hair looks are one of the most popular hairstyles to create with Marley hair, there are many other stylish protective style options.

1. Marley Hair for Crochet Styles

marley braid hair crochet style

You can use Marley hair to create crochet hairstyles like this hairstyle. Crochet hairstyles are created simply by latching hair extensions onto a cornrow braid. If you’d like, you can leave the hair as is and create an afro style, or you can set the hair with rollers for a curly look. For shine, you can finish off with a shine spray like Bed Head by TIGI Masterpiece Shine Hairspray. Marley hair can become dry over time, so a hairspray that provides shine is essential.

2. Marley Braids

marley braid hair with box braids
Marley hair mimics the look of yarn braids. Photo credit: Allyson Alapont

The style pictured above is what it would look like to use Marley hair for braiding. It has a similar look and texture to yarn braids. Some braid options that you can do with Marley braid hair are box braids, cornrow braids, and ponytail braid hairstyles. If you’re planning to wear as a protective style long-term, consider washing with a gentle cleanser like Suave Professionals Sulfate-Free Cleansing Shampoo and Conditioner.

3. Tree Braid Style Using Marley Hair

Create tree braids using marley hair

When it comes to styling with Marley hair, you can try your hand at many different styles and techniques. Take the tree braid style, for instance, you can cornrow your hair and add in pieces of Marley hair to create this look.

How to Do Your Own Marley Twists

1

Comb the Marley hair.

Start off by combing through the Marley hair to remove any tangles.

Marley braids comb through hair
2

Section your hair.

Section your hair off into smaller sections that are easier to work with.

Marley braids section off your hair

 

3

Prep your hair.

Prep your hair with TRESemmé TRES Two Extra Hold Gel by combing the product through your strands.

Marley braids use hair gel
4

Wrap the Marley hair.

Wrap the Marley hair around the root of that section of hair. Begin twisting the hair using a section clip to hold the roots.

Marley braids section off and twist
5

Continue twisting.

Continue twisting until you get to the end of the Marley hair.

Marley braids keep braiding
6

Repeat throughout your hair.

Repeat the process until all your hair is twisted.

Marley braids finish braids
7

Trim the ends.

Carefully use scissors to trim the ends of the Marley hair.

Marley braids snip the ends
8

Smooth your edges.

Use a toothbrush and hair gel to smooth your baby hairs.

Marley braids edges
9

That's it!

You’ve done it.

Marley braids finished look

Are you thinking about trying out a Marley braid style? Be sure to grab a picture and tag us @AllThingsHairUS!

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