How to make a French braid ponytail

You can simplify your morning hair care routine without sacrificing style with this ponytail blended with an easy French braid. A versatile updo, it combines the trendiness of a braid with the timeless elegance of a ponytail.

What do you need to make a French braid ponytail?

You'll only need a few trusty tools and products to create the perfect French braid ponytail:

• A flat iron (if your hair is curly or wavy)
• A comb
• Elastic hair ties
• Hairspray

How to make a French braid ponytail, step-by-step

1. Begin with straightened hair. This is where your flat iron of choice comes in if you need it. To ensure your hair is tangle-free, you'll want to run through it once with a comb.

2. Begin the braid by gathering the first section of hair from the middle of your head.

3. Take a second section of hair from the left side of your head and cross it over the first section. Remember, you can make the braid as tight or loose as you choose.

4. Gather a third section of hair from the right side of your head and cross over the second section.

5. Continue these steps, adding small sections as you go. 

6. Once the braid reaches the nape of your neck, secure this section of hair with an elastic band.

7. Now, add the excess unbraided hair and secure with another elastic band.

8. Finish the look with a coat of your favorite hairspray.

There you have it! Want to try another simple yet trendy style? You can check out our everyday finger wave hair tutorial for more.