this braid is perfect if you have layers or you want a style that actually holds all day. how to do a faux french braid step-by-step: 1. Gather all the hair just below your temples, and secure it with a small hair elastic. 2. Using your index fingers and thumbs, create a clean opening just above your hair elastic, and flip your ponytail up, and pull it all the way through the opening. 4. Gather the hair on both sides above your ears. 5. Begin a classic three strand braid by crossing the right se