Braids for Short Hair

Ford Models hairstylist Johnny Lavoy is here to show you how to turn long-layered hair into a short, sassy bob. Hot! Turn long-layered hair into a bob. Click through to watch this video on howcast.com

This video demonstrates how to curl your hair without heat. Heat can damage your hair, so try this method. Put Tresseme Curl Hydration in wet prewashed hair. Then work Aussie Catch the Wave Mouse and Leave in Conditioner in hair from top to bottom (these two steps maybe all y ...more

This video illustrate us how to draw a female assassin. Here are the following steps: Step 1: First of all take a sheet of paper and pencil. Step 2: Now start by drawing a oval representing the face and within the face draw two eyes and a sharp nose with small lips. Step 3: ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a manga girl. Start off by drawing the outline of the body, starting with the head. After this, draw the neck and shoulders, leading down to the rest of the body. Make sure to give the character feminine curves as you are drawing. Then, a ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a teenage manga boy. Start off with the outline of the boy in a light blue pencil. Next, take a dark pencil and draw over the outline, adding in details and clothing to him. Draw in the features of the face and add in short spiky hair on ...more

If you're a fan of braids, try these ones on for size. Not only will you learn one kind of braiding technique for your hair, but you'll learn three different ones: A stylish fishtail braid, a four-stranded flat braid, and a four-stranded round braid. Watch carefully and you co ...more

In case you missed out on slumber parties or your mom never taught you how, this video demonstration will show how to braid pigtails. To braid two simple braids, divide the hair into two groups and comb. Divide each group of hair into three sections and push the side section b ...more

With sailors to ensnare and seashells to gather for their flimsy bras which break all to often, mermaids have little time to spare on their massively overgrown hair. When they have work to do and want their mane out of their face quickly they tie their locks into a mermaid br ...more

A Senegalese twist is a hairstyle composed of small twisted braids that help tone down frizzy hair and also add structure to African American hairstyles. This look is great for pinning back hair to stay sweat-free during summer's humid days. Watch this hair tutorial to learn ...more

In this video, we learn how to curl hair using a straightener or flat iron. First, you will want to heat up your straightener in its highest setting, then spray heat protector in the hair. After this, take small sections of the hair, then place the straightener 3" down from th ...more

We love bohemian hairstyles: The loose, beachy waves, pretty curls, and sprinkling of braids look princessy and oh so feminine. But when you have to get up at 5 AM in the morning to get ready for school it's not as easy to muster up the patience to plait, pin up, and curl your ...more

Whipping your long hair into a short bob? It sounds incongruous, but it's actually doable using a few bobby pins. This way, whether you're dressing up as a flapper for Halloween or a murder mystery party, you won't have to chop off your Rapunzel locks just to get the flapper l ...more

Christina Hendricks, who plays Joan Holloway on "Mad Men," recently rendered a male reporter speechless during a live interview. And honestly we're not surprised. Beyond her fabulous curves, Hendricks rocks the most gorgeous and covetable retro outfits and hairstyles on the s ...more

In this video, we learn how to do a hippie hairstyle on your American Girl doll. To start, you will simply take the side of the hair and braid two braids into it. Pull these across the back of the head and then repeat on the other side of the head in the same exact braid. Next ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a cute down hair style on your American Girl doll. First, you will need to braid two braids on the doll's hair on each side. Tie it off at the end with a small rubber band. Do five of these around the head, from the top of the hair to the t ...more

This tutorial shows you how to add hair to a manga face. Two male hairstyles and two female hairstyles are demonstrated - a bun or topknot and loose hair for women, and a short shaggy cut and long ponytail for men.

In this video, we learn how to choose the right curling iron and flat iron. Ceramic flat irons leave a great shine to the hair, and you can even use them to curl hair. The ceramic also come in a lot of different sizes, which help with people who have short, medium, and long ha ...more

This is a short video on how to wash a patient's hair in bed. Vivian shows you how to properly and carefully carry this out, making sure the patient is comfortable throughout the process.

Torrin creates a Victorian up-do with long hair. The style can be done with hair that is at least just past the shoulders in length. Make a ponytail at the base of the neck. Slide the band down a bit and poke fingers through the middle of the ponytail to split the hair. Then p ...more

Tips and tricks to cross style French braids. Starting with making sure that you get hair damp and as close to perfectly straight to make sure the French braids come out as well as possible. This step by step instructional video shows you how to part and braid the hair on anot ...more

You know how some women won't leave the house without at least some rouge and red lipstick on? We're pretty sure that Nicole Richie can't leave the house without at least one bohemian hairband in her hair. The stylish It girl rocks the flowly, loosely wavy hair look along wit ...more

Bobs, both long (affectionately termed blobs) and short, are the hottest hair trend in Hollywood right now. A-listers like Eva Longoria and Victoria Beckham, who love the liberated, "modern girl" effect a bob tends to give off, have made the haircut high in demand at major sal ...more

No words are needed to show you how to draw this cute and corky squirrel. This video shows you how to draw a simple squirrel from the pattern of the outline and continues to add more detail like adding for realistic looking fur. Step 1 Draw a large circle for the body and at ...more

Kanye West might be the most popular and most hated rapper in America right now. It's funny how those two go along right? Whether you like him or want to make fun oh him, making an XBox 360 Avatar in his likeness is a good place to start. This video will show you exactly how t ...more

Who said the eighties were dead? Well, they might be, but that doesn't mean you can't still rock the hairstyles. Take your hair to new heights by ratting it, which is simply another way of saying backcombing. You Will Need: • A blow dryer • A flat iron • A boar bristle bru ...more

In this video, we learn how to perform a flat four string braid on your hair! First, you want to start off with either wet or dry straight hair that has just been brushed out. Next, you will grab the top three piece of hair on your head and perform a regular braid by placing t ...more

Controlling curly hairstyles can be difficult because of humidity, length and frizz. Learn to style long, short, straight and natural curly hair with expert tips from an Aveda salon instructor in this free hair care video series. Part 1 of 16 - How to Style curly hair. Style c ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to clean your American Girl's dolls' skin. To start, you will need to clean the marks on the face off with a magic eraser or a mixture of baking soda and water. To defrizz the hair, you can cut off the frizz with sharp scissors. To wash the hair, ...more

Okay, so there are lots of things about Jersey Shore's Snookie we wouldn't want to imitate. The fake bake (sorry, but we'd prefer not to have our face look like a Birkin bag at 40), the crazy bump it hair, and the shorter than short minidresses make us shudder more than watch ...more

This video is about cutting your own hair whether long or short. It's more for maintenance than for cutting a style. You need a pair of barber shears, a spray bottle to keep hair moist, comb, masking tape and ruler. The hair should be freshly washed and wet hair. Comb the hair ...more

Curling irons are indispensible tools for creating curls, whether you prefer tight finger curls or loose, luxurious waves. Watch this video to see beauty YouTube guru Ashey Victoria's take on the 1 1/2 Inch Hot Tools curling Iron, which doesn't work to give tight curls on thin ...more

Short on time and cash? No problem! It doesn't mean you have to be short on celebrity style! If you have hair long enough to go down to your shoulders, style it into a ponytail and follow along with this hairstyling tutorial to learn how to create an elegant messy updo bun, s ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a ninja sketch. First, you will draw out the outline of the body. Draw in two arms that are crossing and then draw in blades in the hands. From here, draw in the hair, which should be spiked and short. After this, draw in a mask around the ...more

This video will instruct you step by step on how to style side hair spikes. Starting with a straightening iron you ensure all hair is as straight as possible. Once done you would apply hair spray where you want the spikes to be. Then you run your fingers up through your hair t ...more

The braid makes a move from schoolgirl to sophisticated with this how-to video from Elle magazine. Plaits can add texture to a hair style, and are a pretty way to get hair off the face. Watch this video hair styling tutorial and learn how to make modern braids.

Wigs never look good if you just take them straight out of the bag and toss them on your head, hoping they look natural. You should actually style and even condition wig hair the same way you style your own hair in order for the faux hair to look real and to blend into your sc ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to cut layers into hair: the basics. Start out with dry hair and brush it out thoroughly. After this, grab the back of the hair and use a small comb to comb out from the head. Hold the hair at an angle, then cut it diagonally. Continue to do this ...more

Here is a short video tutorial which demonstrates how to debind books using a hair dryer. You may need to take books apart for detailed scanning projects. However, this is a destructive process which will destroy your book. The hair dryer method is a fairly failsafe method of ...more

Ashley Fierce unlocks the secrets of getting hair like Beyoncé Knowles in her video "Single Ladies." You can start out by straightening your hair and putting on a plastic headband in order to tame any short baby hairs you might have. Use hairspray to tame the front and sides o ...more

Like leading ladies Mia Farrow and Michelle Williams before her, Emma Watson recently chopped off her hair - almost all of it. Watson debuted her new pixie haircut a few days ago, proclaiming she'd wanted to do it for a long time and that it felt liberating. If you've made a ...more

This video shows how to make an inside-out French braid across the front of the head. First divide the hair into three pieces like a normal braid at the very front off to one side. Instead of braiding the normal way, make the middle piece go over the top alternately on the lef ...more

No need to run home from work to change for an evening on the town. With some simple switches, you can be on your way. Follow this Howcast guide to learn how to change your look from day to evening in just five minutes. You Will Need * A sparkly or jewel-tone sleeveless top, ...more

In this how-to video, you will learn how to tie a slipknot on micro braids. First, braid the hair to the desired length. It is good to braid it close to the end, unless the hair is permed. Now, hold the braid and fix it so that it can be nice and neat. Take a few strands of ha ...more

You don't need to lop all your precious long locks off to achieve Rihanna's signature hairstyles. While the lady currently has a short, choppy cut, she wears looks (like faux hawks) that can be replicated on longer hair. Take a look at this hairstyling video to learn how to c ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to make your hair look thicker. First, raise the top sections of your hair up and then spray hairspray on them. After this, slightly tease the hear at the root. When you are finished with the, continue on down to the bottom of your hair until you ...more

Do you always get razor burn? Razor burn can be painful, irritating and lower self-esteem. Follow these simple steps to get a smooth shave without the irritating bumps and burn. You Will Need: • Warm water • A washcloth • Baby oil • Shaving cream • A razor with multiple ...more

An iconic image of the punk subculture, liberty spikes are well worth the effort needed to achieve this dramatic look. You Will Need: * Super hold hairspray * Hair clips or ponytail holders * A blow dryer * A punk attitude * Egg whites (optional) * Dissolved gelatin (optional) ...more

Create a cute headband out of your own hair with this braiding trick. You Will Need: * Long hair * Elastic bands * Bobby pins Step 1: Comb your hair Comb through your hair to remove tangles. *Tip: You’ll have an easier time working with hair if it hasn’t been washed for a d ...more

We've all been there: You skip happily to the salon, hoping to get that haircut you saw on Beyoncé in US Weekly, only to come out with a haircut so terrible your hairdresser must have had a blindfold on while doing it. How do you fix a bad haircut or one that's too short? Ext ...more

Not sure how to style your straight, short bob haircut? In this video, learn how to curls a short bob hairstyle for a fun, flirty look! Make your hair shine and stand out in a crowd with guidance from this video.

This how-to video demonstrates a method for drawing a female character in a Japanese manga style. Starting with her eyes, the artist works step-by-step to create a sketch of the girl's facial features. Then the drawing is given more depth and detail as long hair is added. The ...more

Take it up a notch next Halloween by re-creating a classic princess with a naughty twist! In this two-part tutorial, learn how to steal the look of sweet & innocent Disney princess, Snow White and transform her into one hot retro pin-up model! Makeup & hairstyling is gone over ...more

On Valentine's Day you should look nothing short of drop dead gorgeous - turned up a few notches. Stray from the everyday ponytail and chapstick by donning this gorgeous, princess-inspired curly hairstyle. This style, specially for long hair, is perfect for Valentine's Day or ...more

Braids seem to be the latest Hollywood trend. Very rarely do you see boho stars like Nicole Richie, Blake Lively, Mary-Kate Olsen or Mischa Barton without at least one twisted strand in their hair. In this tutorial, learn how to get that celeb style by creating milkmaid braid ...more

Megan aka Maybabytumbler, shows in this video how to braid bangs just like television celebrities have been seen sporting. She starts by showing us the right tools for the job: a flat, plastic bristled hairbrush and several bobby pins. Once we have the proper tools, Megan inst ...more

With the nation's top hairstylists at her fingertips, first lady Michelle Obama can have just about any hairstyle she wants, and has sported everything from a simple, straight style to a severe, pinned up chignon. But no matter how many different styles she tries, she always ...more

One of the best things about having long hair is the fact that you can do almost anything with it. Cut it short, keep it long, put certain products in it, there's a lot of possibilities. So in this video tutorial, you'll learn about another one. This video shows you what it ta ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to dress in a Visual Kei style. Just be creative with this style, there is no exact way to do it! Use old clothes you have laying around the house and wear those in a funky fashion. Use mostly black and use some military jackets to spice things u ...more