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A Step-By-Step Guide to Getting The Perfect Crown Braid

Kahh Spence, one of New York's youngest Celebrity Hair Stylist and YouTube Personalities gives detailed instructions on getting the perfect crown braid.

By Deena Campbell · April 11, 2016October 27, 2020
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The Perfect Crown Braid

Kahh Spence, one of New York’s youngest Celebrity Hair Stylist and YouTube Personalities gives detailed instructions on getting the perfect crown braid.

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First, part your hair from the middle of your head to the nape of your neck with comb. You may need to brush hair to ensure that it’s free of knots and tangles.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Sleek down edges around the perimeter of you head with an edge control. Also, spray with Black Vanilla leave-in conditioner for shine.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Gently run your fingers through the synthetic hair to remove any tangles.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Starting from the nape of the neck, braid the hair towards the front of your head adding the hair extensions as you go.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Continue to braid, carefully making sure to grab the stray pieces.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Tip: Be careful not to braid too tight!

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Next, secure the tail end of the braid with bobbi pins. You can adhere the braid to the starting point of the opposite end.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Secure stray pieces with bobbi pins.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

Gently pull the hair to loosen the braid and give it a more lived in look.

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The Perfect Crown Braid

The final result, is a beautiful crown braid that’s perfect for any occasion.

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