How to Do a Dragon Braid

An easy pull-through braid tutorial for beginners

October 23, 2024

Ever wondered how to achieve a voluminous, braided look without complex braiding skills? Discover the dragon braid, also known as a pull-through braid, perfect for long hair. This tutorial will guide you through the simple steps of creating this stunning hairstyle using rubber bands, ideal for any occasion. Start by securing your hair into a high ponytail and follow the steps below for a flawless finish.

How To Do A Dragon Braid Step By Step:

Getting Started:

Begin by tying your hair into a high ponytail. It's easiest to start this style by working in front of a mirror with your pony hanging in front of your face! Dive into the technique with our mini tutorial below, and continue reading for detailed steps!

Prepare Your Ponytail:

Flip your hair upside down and gather it into a high ponytail using a strong hair elastic.

Create the Dragon Braid:

Divide the ponytail in half.

Take the bottom half and split it into two pieces. Spread these pieces outward and loop them over the top section, securing with a mini plastic elastic. Avoid regular elastics as they can be too visible.
Continue this method: Divide the lower section in half each time and loop over the top, securing as you go.
Fluff for Effect: Once you reach the end of your strands, gently pull apart the sections to create a fluffy, voluminous effect.

Accessorize:

Enhance the volume and style with a big scrunchie or bow.

Have you Mastered the faux French braid with rubber bands/a pull-through braid method?

Take It Up a Notch: Add Twists!

Dragon Braid with Twists: Step-by-Step Guide

Prepare Your Hair: Leave your hair down and push the length behind your shoulders.
Section and Secure: Take two small sections of hair from above your ears and secure them at the back with a plastic elastic.
Start the Twist: Flip the bottom of the mini ponytail up and under to create a twist.
Repeat for Volume: Continue this process, slightly pulling apart the twists for added volume, until you reach the nape of your neck.

Integrate with Dragon Braid: Combine this twisting method with the dragon braid technique from the first tutorial for a layered and intricate finish.

Final Fluff: After each section is secured with an elastic, flip the bottom up and through to fluff out, creating a gorgeously detailed braid.

Styling Tips:

Finish this look by curling the ends, or add a little bun and a big bow to keep the ends as full and voluminous as the braid itself.

I'd Love to See Your Style!

If you try out these faux braid techniques, please tag me @jackiewyers! I'd love to feature your beautiful creations on our site. If you like these Pinterest hairstyles, pin the photos on Pinterest & save to a board to try later.