A waterfall is a braid with flowing curls; individual strands passing through the braid remain hanging freely.
This hairstyle you can actually make models or do it yourself, which allows you to experiment with a large number of options.
An important advantage: it is suitable for any hair length, so beauties with short curls, and long-haired owners of locks.
The waterfall is woven from 2 or 3 strands.
A waterfall is a braid with flowing curls; individual strands passing through the braid remain hanging freely. This hairstyle can be done by a model or by yourself, which allows you to experiment with a large number of options.
Attention! Important advantage: it will suit any hair length, so both beauties with short curls and those with long hair will be able to surprise and inspire.
The waterfall is woven from 2 or 3 strands, the number of levels depends only on the desire of the model and the length of the curls. Look at the photos of examples of various weaving waterfalls.
Hairstyle options from waterfalls
- around the head from temple to temple;
- from the temple down and finish with a braid or bun;
- on 2 sides it begins and ends with a tail on the top of the head;
- as an option for decorating hairstyles (bun, braids, ponytails).
Disadvantages: this kind of weaving is easy to do on your own on the front and side areas, but the back of the head requires more time to practice and your hands may hurt when you weave for quite a long time. Once you finish and lower your arms, the pain will stop almost immediately.
What is needed to create a waterfall hairstyle?
On the model
- When the waterfall consists of 1 branch of weaving, you will need 1 elastic band or hairpin.
- Water to moisturize hair when it gets frizzy.
- Comb.
To myself
- Mirrors 1-2, depending on the placement of the weaving.
- An elastic band or hairpin to secure the hairstyle.
- Comb.
Which main secret braiding a waterfall?
Waterfall braid schemes
Classic
We present 2 classic waterfall schemes; they are the basis for creating other options.
braid pattern - waterfall of 3 strands
diagram of a waterfall braid of 2 strands (plait)
Unusual waterfall options
- waterfall with rings;
- darning in several tiers;
- various node options.
How to braid a waterfall braid (video in Russian)?
This hairstyle is a variation of the French braid, in which the lower strands are left free rather than braided. In this case, it seems that the hanging strands are enclosed in a kind of hair net.
One of the common variations of this hairstyle is the classic waterfall around the head. They weave it on both sides or on one - both methods look very impressive.
On the model
A video tutorial teaching how to braid a waterfall in Russian on a mannequin for familiarization, it will be especially useful for beginners
Option for a waterfall around the head from temple to temple
An educational video tutorial will help beginners understand and master the weaving technique in the case where 1 braid:
Loose hair:
- curled into curls;
- braided in small braids;
- left loose;
- collected in beautiful bunches.
The finished hairstyle is decorated with combs, hairpins or artificial flowers.
How to braid a waterfall braid for yourself (video)?
To do complex weaving yourself, you need to practice and learn how to do the work step by step.
A large mirror or trellis will help in the work - everything is visible from three sides, this greatly simplifies the work. If there is no such 3rd mirror, use two mirrors placed opposite each other.
It’s easier to make a waterfall yourself, starting from two sides:
Advice: Do this hairstyle on hair that has been washed the day before or treated with a fixative - it slips less and holds the braid better.
A comb with a long thin tail will help with the work - it can easily separate even and neat strands. If your hair is very thin and thin, lightly backcomb the strands that will be braided and leave the free parts of the waterfall smooth.
For short and medium length hair
The video will help you braid a waterfall on your hair yourself, and step-by-step actions will make the learning process easier for you
To myself on long curls
Step-by-step explanations in the video will help you figure out how to properly hold your hands and fingers or braid a braid - a waterfall
The waterfall turns into a spit
How to complete a waterfall? A tail, a neat stream, or maybe a scythe?
Waterfall crossing french braid, one of the most convenient and practical options. Repeat each step in the video and in 8 minutes you will have a spectacular and practical hairstyle done yourself.
How to braid a waterfall braid with 2 strands (diagram)?
The original version of a waterfall is a braid of their flagella. The result of this weaving is interesting hairstyle, in which the loose strands seem to be enclosed in a frame of two flagella. For all its external complexity, this hairstyle is done quite simply.
On the model
If someone's hair is being done, braiding takes literally a few minutes. In this case, a more complex option looks more interesting, in which the weaving is done in several rows. The finished hairstyle resembles an original basket or net of hair with spectacular loose strands.
- Start creating your hairstyle by combing your hair.
- They are treated with a fixative.
- Separate two thin strands and cross them.
- A wider strand is selected from the main mass of hair and passed between crossed thin flagella.
- Thin flagella cross again. A wide strand is fixed between thin, as if crossed out by a crossbar of hair.
- The next wide strand is separated, equal in width to the previous one.
- It is passed between thin flagella, which cross again.
- The operation is repeated until the desired result is achieved.
- The remaining strand is secured with a thin elastic band, which is hidden under the hair or covered with a hairpin.
- They complicate the weaving by sequentially performing the same operations in the opposite direction.
- A beautiful hairstyle combines a multi-row waterfall of flagella in combination with curled free ends of the hair or curls laid in a lush bun.
We weave a waterfall from 2 strands on our own
It’s not difficult to make a weave of flagella; several options are used: start above one ear and weave diagonally, braid a waterfall horizontally around the entire circumference of the head, or do a combined weave.
- Comb and smooth hair well.
- Begin weaving on one side, separating the strands high above the ear.
- They make weaving from flagella, intertwining wide strands with thin ones, gradually going down diagonally.
- Repeat the braiding on the same side, opening the ear and creating an asymmetrical hairstyle.
- Complete the weaving at the back of the head.
- The remaining free hair is curled into tight curls.
- The result is an original asymmetrical hairstyle that combines braiding and curling.
How to braid a waterfall braid with step-by-step photos?
It's easy to learn weaving step by step photos. They help you understand the sequence of work. It’s good to practice difficult stages of work on a friend, which would be difficult to do on yourself. This is how complex types of weaving are performed, for example, double spikelet, which looks like a crown of hair. This hairstyle looks impressive on holidays, for example, at prom.
On the model
- Comb your hair until smooth.
- Treat with fixation spray.
- Take three strands as for braiding a regular braid.
- Weave a waterfall braid high on the top of the head, pulling the strands tightly.
- Braid the second row under the first, stepping back a few centimeters and starting from the opposite side.
- Arrange loose hair in curls.
To myself
- Comb your hair and spray with styling product.
- Separate the bangs and pin them up.
- Separate three strands high on the crown and begin braiding.
- Weave a waterfall, going down and to the side. You should get a crescent from the braid.
- Secure the last loose strand with a hairpin.
How to braid a waterfall braid on your own medium hair (video)?
With the help of a braid, a waterfall is beautifully decorated not only long curls, but also hair middle length. This hairstyle with a low waterfall braid looks especially impressive. The hair for the hairstyle must first be curled with curlers or a curling iron.
- If the hairstyle has bangs, it is separated and secured with a hairpin.
- Weaving begins above the ear, highlighting three starting strands.
- Braid the waterfall, making even strands.
- The direction of weaving leads first down to the base of the neck, and then smoothly rising up to the ear. You should get a neat crescent.
- Secure the remaining strand with an elastic band and hide it in your hair.
Knots waterfalls
Option 2 of a waterfall using bobby pins
4 strand waterfall
For a hairstyle with a triple waterfall, you will need knowledge of how to tie a beautiful ponytail no roosters. All instructions with the necessary videos and photos are waiting for you in this
Waterfall braid for princesses
Having mastered how to weave a waterfall braid from 2 strands, you can easily turn it into festive hairstyle princesses. If desired, add a tiara, tiara or crown to the top of the head. Thanks to the cords on the sides, it will be held in place perfectly.
- Braid the waterfall braid on both sides using 2 strands. To do this, separate a thin strand and divide it into 3 parts.
- We pick up one (upper) of the 3 strands and pass it between the other 2 (lower) ones, after which we cross the strands to form a tourniquet. Repeat the steps: pick up, skip, twist and repeat with each step.
- Repeat this until you reach the middle of the head, where the parting goes.
- To temporarily protect the strand from unraveling, braid it in a French braid or tie it with an elastic band.
- Do the same on the second side; when the weaving is finished, you should have 2 strands left in your hands.
- Unravel the braid on the right while continuing to hold 2 strands from the left braid in your left hand.
- You have 4 strands in your hands, 2 from the right and 2 from the left. We put the middle ones on top of each other and get 3 strands.
- We make a French braid of 3 strands, adding strands from the waterfall, moving from the nearest strands to the farther ones. We shift the outer strands to the central one, pick up the thin closest strand on the right and add it to the central one.
- We transfer the left strand to the central one, picking up a thin strand on the left.
- We repeat this until the free curls of the waterfall run out.
- Tie the ends of the braid with a small elastic band to match your hair or gather all your hair into one ponytail.
- If you want to make this waterfall more voluminous, curl the remaining curls with curlers or using rags.
This video will help you learn how to weave a waterfall braid from 2 strands and add a braid to it to get a hairstyle for princesses
Useful video master classes on various waterfall options
Crossing harnesses
For straight hair
Hair rings
Prepare your hair for braiding; the entire hairstyle will take you no more than 90 seconds. You will need: wax and a product to prevent your hair from becoming frizzy and electrified.
- Comb your hair and part it evenly.
- Separate a section of hair from the parting to the ear. You should end up with a rectangle with one side parted.
- Separate a strand in the area above the ear. Then treat the separated strand with wax or silk, lightly rubbing it on your fingers.
- Make a ring from the strand using 2 fingers, winding the strand around them. Keep it in the place where the loop goes into long end so that the ring does not fall apart. The curl is on the index and middle fingers, and the thumb holds the tip.
- I grab the next strand with 2 fingers that are in the loop. Don't forget to wax. Pull the loop through the resulting ring not all the way, but make sure that the end of the first link is under the rings on the inside.
- We do this until the end of the row, the length you want, if some link is stretched, don’t worry, you can easily fix it by pulling the end. This weaving is somewhat reminiscent of crocheting.
- To finish the weaving, pull the end out of the last loop and secure the last link with a bobby pin, inserting it into the place from the ear and parallel to the horizon, but so that it is almost invisible in the hairstyle. Cover the attachment point with a strand of hair.
- Adjust the rings so they are the same size. Secure the first ring with 2 bobby pins.
To prevent the loops from falling apart, give the end of the first link to the girl and let her hold it. Lightly wax each strand.
A visual video on creating hair rings in the shape of a waterfall:
In which hairstyles can I use the ability to braid a waterfall braid?
French braid waterfall cross to cross weave to ourselves
Lace braid from a waterfall to yourself
Triple Falls
Hairstyles resulting from waterfall braids are distinguished by their variety and versatility. They allow you to create everyday and evening hairstyles for girls and women of all ages for long hair and medium-length curls.
Recently, braids braided in a variety of ways have become very popular. One of the most common and popular types of weaving is the French waterfall hairstyle. This styling is suitable for any female with medium to long hair. The French waterfall looks especially impressive and mysterious on curly hair with highlighting, thanks visual increase volume.
Classic waterfall technique: step-by-step instructions and weaving diagram
Exist different ways hair braiding The technology for creating a French waterfall hairstyle allows you to do it at home beautiful styling as in the photo. Therefore, you need to have a good idea of how to do this hairstyle yourself. To do this, we present you with step-by-step instructions and detailed diagram weaving. 
- Before you start braiding, you need to comb your hair well with a thick comb, and then separate it with a side parting.
- From the convenient side, you need to separate a strand of hair from your face and, dividing it into three parts, begin to braid a regular braid.
- If you have bangs, you need to start with them. Weave the braid horizontally along the head to the ear.
- Next, one lower strand needs to be released, and in its place take a curl from loose hair.
- A new lock of hair can be taken from both the bottom and the top of the braid.
- The released strand will be the first “jet”.
- Next, weaving continues by analogy.
- The more strands released, the richer the “waterfall” will be.
- The end of the braid must be secured with an elastic band or hairpins.
Detailed weaving instructions can be seen in the photo and diagram. The waterfall hairstyle has an elegant look and a gentle look.
French waterfall hairstyle - photo with a bun
The elastic band should not be too tight so as not to pull the hair. To achieve a more voluminous bun, the edges of the hair can be combed or twisted into large curls. 
French Falls It starts with a bun, just like the classic braid model. The weaving process is similar. At the end of the braid, all the hair should be gathered into a ponytail. 
French Falls: hairstyle with photo
Having mastered the technique of weaving the classic French waterfall braid, you can easily create hairstyles with the addition of any decorative material. 
Various variations are also possible with the number of braids braided in the French waterfall style. The hairstyle (photo) is perfect for any hair color. Two braids can start at the same level and weave towards each other, connected by an elastic band at the back of the head. Also, they can start on the same side, but at different heights of the head. They can be woven either strictly horizontally or at an angle. 
The classic version of the French waterfall braid hairstyle photo can become an everyday style. By adding a decorative element to the braid, this hairstyle can become elegant and festive. A ribbon woven into a braid will highlight the individuality of its owner. 
Many girls use just this method of braiding as a wedding hairstyle, decorating the braid with flowers and beads.
A beautiful headband of braided hair and the bottom, curls descending like streams, this is that very braid waterfall. This hairstyle is available to both owners of luxurious hair and girls with modest bobs. This hairstyle can be done both on straight strands and on curly hair. The trickles of a waterfall can be both small and large. And the braid itself can be made regular, reverse, tight, fluffy, or you can even braid several of them. In general, the hairstyle is completely uneven, suitable for both an everyday look and a formal weekend occasion. The main essence of weaving a waterfall is absolutely not complicated, the main thing is dexterity of hands and eye, so that everything turns out evenly and neatly.
Weave a waterfall step by step
You may not get everything right the first time, and this is normal, because in order to achieve results you cannot do without effort and training.
What will you need?
- Comb
- Thin silicone rubber bands
- Desire and patience
What to do?
- First of all, comb your hair thoroughly.
- We separate part of the hair from the forehead and divide it into three equal strands.
- We make the first binding: We intertwine the strand furthest from the back of the head along the top with the middle one, and it becomes middle, then we intertwine the strand furthest from the forehead with the one in the middle. Let go of the strand that is furthest from the forehead, and hold the other two.
- Next to the released strand, take a new strand of hair and repeat the same movements as in the previous step, always starting from the top.
- We weave this way until the end, fixing the tip with an elastic band.
You can braid the waterfall braid to the end, that is, let it go completely solid over the head, or you can initially make the task easier for yourself and braid the braid on both sides, and fasten it beautifully at the back of the head. Either way, the hairstyle will be great, it’s just that the second option is easier, especially when you braid it on yourself.
How to diversify your waterfall braid?
If you braid as in the instructions, you will get a headband from a regular braid, but if you move the strands, on the contrary, not on top, but under the bottom of the middle one, you will get a voluminous French braid.
You can design a waterfall like a malvinka, decorate the place of fastening bright accessory.
If you carefully straighten the braid, you get such openwork splendor.
Take a ribbon or chain and weave it into a braid. Result: completely different look. This move is guaranteed to add a touch of mystery and romanticism to your hairstyle.
Pay attention to the shapes. You can weave either a semicircle or a triangle, or you can weave it all the way diagonally. You can make small locks, striving for perfection, or you can make large, careless curls. In any case, the species will not be harmed.
Don’t be afraid to try new things, because your hairstyle, like you yourself, should not be a carbon copy, but on the contrary, it should be full of individuality and uniqueness.
One of the important advantages long hair is that their owner has a whole arsenal at his disposal spectacular hairstyles For different cases. The famous “French Falls” is one of these hairstyles.
This poetic name, according to one version, is associated with the French Gavarnie waterfall in the Pyrenees mountains. It was considered not only the highest in Europe, but also one of the most beautiful. The picturesqueness of this miracle of nature allegedly inspired the masters to create a similar hairstyle.
Most likely it's just beautiful legend, invented by stylists. However, the similarity between flowing hair and water pouring from a height is undeniable.
Weaving technique and hairstyle options
Any girl can learn to weave a “French Falls” if she has a diagram at her disposal (similar to the one shown in the photo below), detailed instructions or video master class. We offer you all three types of materials so that you can choose the learning method that is most convenient for you.
- Wash, dry and comb your hair thoroughly.
- Make a side parting.
- Separate the strand at the very beginning of the parting.
- Divide it into three equal parts and start weaving a regular braid.
- After the first braiding step, leave the bottom strand and take instead a strand of hair that is not involved in the braid.
- Continue weaving in this pattern to the opposite temple.
- Secure the braid with a thin elastic band that matches your hair color.
The advantages of the French Falls hairstyle are its combination of ease of execution (such a braid can be braided without outside help), a minimal set of accessories (you only need one elastic band) and effectiveness. Despite the fact that the French Falls braid is good in itself for both everyday and evening look, stylists offer many options for complementing and decorating it. Let's look at some of these ideas.
- Braiding long bangs
If you have long side bangs, you can incorporate them into your French Falls look. In this case, weaving a regular braid begins from the middle of the forehead, and the lower strands can be released from the temple. The advantage of this option is the neat design of long bangs, which usually looks stylish, but is inconvenient in everyday life.
- Waterfall curl
Each strand released from the braid can be curled with curling irons. The resulting curls should not be combed so that they do not develop prematurely. If you want to give your hair a certain shape, it is better to separate the strands with your fingers.
- Combination with a bun
You can easily make even an office version of the French Falls hairstyle. To do this, just make a bun out of loose hair and secure it with hairpins.
Once you learn how to do the French Falls, you can experiment with this hairstyle to find the version that suits you best. Be sure to consider the following recommendations stylists.
- Tight braiding will make the hairstyle more strict, loose - light and slightly careless.
- Young girls can braid their hair together with a ribbon or braid in a color that matches their outfit.
- You can decorate your hair with an elegant hairpin, a neat bow or another not too large accessory.
- Since recently washed hair often becomes frizzy, which interferes with braiding, treat it first with mousse or gel.
Hairstyles such as the “French Falls” favorably emphasize femininity, which means that every long-haired girl should learn how to weave this braid.
