How to Do a 5 Strand Braid

If you take the time to practice, you can definitely learn how to do a 5 strand braid. The more you work on this hairstyle, the easier it will come in time. This look is great for people who have long hair or want a braided look that is a bit more intricate.  

Start by gathering the hair at the point where you want the braid to begin. Place your hand palm-side up under the gathered hair. This will help you to separate the hair into five sections. You should have sections of hair between each of your fingers; the fifth and final strand should on the outside of your pinkie finger.

It is important to when weaving a five strand braid that you keep track of each section of hair. It may help to number them or label them with labels. This way, you can keep track of your weaving. Often, the first mistake people make is to lose track of the strands. One wrong move and you may have to unravel your work.

First, take the first strand and weave it under the second and over the third. Next, you would take the fifth strand and braid it under the fourth and over the new third strand. After you have gone through this rotation, you would then rename the strands and repeat the process.

The tighter you pull this five strand braid, the tighter and more secure the braid will be. It will definitely help if you practice braiding in front of a mirror. Once you master this braid, you can experiment with the thickness of each section of hair and can even try to give yourself two five strand braids. Finish off your braid with a rubberband, hair tie or clip.