Tutorial: How to Do an Inverted Fishtail Braid
Ready to up your braid game? Check out how to ace the inverted fishtail in 10 easy steps.
So guess what: An inverted fishtail braid is one of those things that looks more complex than it actually is. It’s a style that’s become an online favorite, mainly because of its highly photogenic appeal and perceived skill factor.
Therefore, it’s no wonder that busy social media stars turn to the inverted fishtail whenever they think their feeds need an instant shot of wow. It’s a tongue-wagger, all day, every day. This ol’ thing? Took me 10 seconds, kthxbye.
How to Do An Inverted Fishtail Braid
But seriously—that’s almost how long it really does take. We broke down this process, but once mastered, it’s a style that shouldn’t take you longer than a Snapchat post. Read on to learn more about making an inverted fishtail braid.
Start with a low pony.
Start on clean and conditioned hair by using TRESemmé Pro Collection Beauty-Full Strength Shampoo and TRESemmé Pro Collection Beauty-Full Strength Conditioner. Then, create a low ponytail at the base of your head, near your nape. Secure the base with a hair elastic or super-fine hair tie.
Divide the pony.
Split your ponytail into two equal sections: A and B (doesn’t matter which is which).
Grab a thin strip from one section.
Using one hand, grab a sliver of hair from the outermost side of section A and weave it under the entire section B. Use your other hand to incorporate the sliver into section B.
Repeat with Section B.
Repeat the process, using an outside sliver from section B this time and incorporating it into section A. Remember: It’s this “weaving under” motion that will give your fishtail an inverted look.
Repeat on the entire pony.
Continue this downward weaving (sliver A under big B, then sliver B under big A) on the entire length of your ponytail.
Pancake it.
Widen or “pancake” your plait to your desired flatness by gently tugging at each of its edges.
Set with some hairspray.
Finish the look with a light misting of some hairspray like Nexxus New York Salon Care Comb Thru Finishing Mist. This helps keep the plait intact.
Done!
You’re all done! Time to show off your fab inverted fishtail on all your social media accounts. #BraidsOnFleek
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