A Step-by-Step Guide on How to French Braid Your Hair

Secure the end of the braid with a clear elastic or rubber band, leaving a half inch or so of hair poking out at the ends. Then, to give the look a certain je ne sais quoi — in other words, make the braids look fuller with more texture — use your fingertips to gently tug at the plaits.

— Additional reporting by Kelsey Castañon