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The Fishtail Made Simple
Pull hair back into a ponytail. If this is your first time trying a fishtail, start by securing your hair with a disposable clear elastic or a hair bungee.
Divide the ponytail into two smaller, equal-sized ponytails.
Separate a half-inch section of hair from the outside of the left ponytail.
Pull this piece across the top of the left ponytail over to the right ponytail. “Don’t twist the hair as you bring it across,” says stylist Joshua Farrington.
Next, separate a half-inch section of hair from the outside of the right ponytail.
Pull this piece across the top of the right ponytail over to the left ponytail.
Repeat steps 3-6 until you run out of hair. “Don’t worry if it’s messy,” says Farrington. “That’s part of the charm.”
When you’re finished braiding, secure the ends with a second elastic.
If you used an elastic to start at the nape of the neck, cut it out. If you used a hair bungee, simply remove. Be sure to adjust the hair so that there’s no crease.
Birchbox Picks
We asked Joshua to pick his favorites from the Birchbox Shop. Here are his hair musts.
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Oscar Blandi Olio di Jasmine Hair Serum
Perfect frizz-fighter for wet or dry hair and the jasmine smell is so refreshing.
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Blow Heat is On Protective Styling Mist
If you’re stretching out the time between haircuts, use this product, which has aloe to target split-ends. -
Phyto 7 Daily Hydrating Botanical Cream
My absolute favorite leave-in styling cream. It’s a dream for curly-haired clients who wear their hair natural in the summer. -
Hair Bungees
They have unparalleled strength. Perfect for chic high ponytails or chignons.
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Oribe Texturizing Spray
Great for the day after a blow-out. It’ll help you get the same volume and texture. .
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