Cornrow Styles for Girls

Cornrow hairstyles are very popular among the youth and everyone loves to experiment with different cornrow styles. So what are cornrow styles? Cornrow is nothing but a braid hairstyle that is created by taking small sections of hair and braiding them into tight braids. A unique aspect of cornrow braid styles is that they are done quite close to the scalp, following the natural contours of your head. Although cornrow styles are more popular among African and African-American people, people of other ethnicities too, like this hairstyle. For creating cornrows, you need to have thick coarse hair and not thin and silky hair.

Cute Cornrow Styles for Girls

For a very modern yet chic look, there are stylish cornrow styles for girls that are a bit softer. To create this cornrow style, you need hair that has been washed a day earlier and which is not too silky. Comb your hair out with a wide toothed comb to remove all kinks and tangles. Next make a deep side parting at the left side of your head. Now braid a single cornrow by taking a four inch section of hair, going from the crown area to the back. Keep the braid tight and as close to the scalp as possible. When you reach the nape of the neck, secure the cornrow with an elastic band. Tie the rest your hair, into a loose chignon and then set your hair by spraying it with a spritz of medium hold hairspray.

Another good cornrow style that you can create easily at home is the combination cornrow. To get this hairstyle, you need to first section off your hair into two parts, creating a deep right side part. Taking a two inch section from just above your ear, make a braid keeping the braid tight and close to your head. Once you reach the end of your crown, secure the cornrow with an elastic band and clip the cornrow to your head with a hair clip. Take another two inch section of hair, above the first cornrow and then proceed to braid this section in the same way. Secure and clip the second cornrow in the same way. Once your two cornrows are done, apply a bit of hair mousse to keep hairstyle in place. Flat iron the rest of your hair and allow it to fall naturally.

Another good cornrow style for girls is the half updo that can be worn for a night out with friends. Create 6 to 8 cornrows starting from the front hairline to the crown section of your head. Secure this braided hair with elastic bands and then curl the rest of your hair with a curling iron. Make a small high ponytail with the curled hair, and your cornrow hairstyle is ready.

These were some cornrow hairstyles that are simple and easy. There are many female cornrow styles that are unique and very attractive. Experimenting with different cornrow styles will make you come up with new designs. While creating cornrows, make sure that you apply some good quality hair care products to make sure that your hair is protected. Cornrow braids of all styles require practice to be perfected.