Just like how beads elevate adults’ braided hairstyles as we saw in the previous post, they can also elevate kids’ hairstyles and make them super cute and fun.
Beads can take your child’s hair from blah to wow in a matter of minutes, and the fun part is that they can always be reused, so you don’t have to worry about repurchasing new beads and bows every time.
Braided hairstyles also make the process of getting ready for school and other activities in the morning super seamless.
All you have to worry about as a parent is the regular maintenance of the braided hairstyles and nothing more.
Whether your child is getting natural hair braids, Fulani braids, box braids, knotless braids, stitch braids, braided ponytails, beads and bows are a sure way to take the hairstyles a notch higher.
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Today’s blog post features more than 40 different braided hairstyles with beads and bows for you to try on your child’s hair this year.
Do’s and Don’ts of getting braided hairstyles with beads
1. Do use your child’s natural hair for braiding if they are tender-headed. This prevents tussling with the hair stylist and avoids sitting for long hours at the salon.
2. Do wash your child’s hair with shampoo and conditioner, and deep condition it if necessary.
3. Do stretch your child’s hair and apply heat protectant while doing so to prevent heat damage.
4. Do buy the required braiding hair, if using any in advance.
5.Do inform your stylist to avoid braiding your child’s hair too tightly to avoid hair and scalp damage.
6. Do not pick the style for your child. Show them a few pictures for inspiration and let them choose something that they love.
7.Do not Purchase the beads and bows from your stylist as they usually tend to be overpriced; But you can do so if that’s your personal preference.
8.All the beads, bows and braiding hair can be found at your local beauty supply store, Amazon and your stylist’s salon.
Ps. If there’s one product that I would highly recommend you use on your kid’s hair immediately after washing and before braiding, it has to be Blue Magic Conditioners. It results in smooth, soft and easily manageable hair so please use it after washing your child’s hair. They are an absolute game changer.
My mom used it on me and my siblings every time before getting our hair done, and I still use it now in my adult life before getting my hair braided and it works like a charm.
They come in a number of variants; Mango and Lime, Vitamin E, bergamot and the original Indian hemp hair and scalp conditioner and more.
The 4 variants down below work wonders but choose the one that tickles your fancy and they can all be found at your local beauty supply store.
The variants are as seen below.
40+ cute braided hairstyles with beads and bows for kids
1. Double braided ponytails with beads and bows
2. Ponytails with double-sided fringe
3. Ponytails with long fringe
4. Jumbo box braids with beads and bows
5. Half up half down ponytail
6. Half up half down pony with fringe and curls
7. Feed in ponytail braids with side fringe and curls
8. Top knot stitch braids with butterfly ponytails
9. Top knot bun with side bangs and curls
10. Double braided low ponytails
11. Double-braided low ponytails with pink and red beads
12. Double braided low ponytails with brown and pink bow
13. Shoulder-length boho Fulani braids
14. Half up half down boho Fulani box braids
15. Top stitch braids with double butterfly ponytails
16. Ponytail updo with double front ponytails
17. Double low-braided pink and black ponytails
18. Top knot stitch braids with knotless fringe and heart-shaped ponytails
19. Genie human hair ponytail with stitch braids and fringe
20. Stitch braids with genie ponytail and double fringe
21. Stitch Fulani braids with laid edges
22. Boho Fulani braids with double fringe
23. Small feed in braids with heart shaped fringe
24. Medium length Stitch ponytail
25. Large size feed in braids with side fringe
26. Half up half down stitch Criss cross braids
27. Heart shaped stitch braids with ponytails
28. Large feed in braids with side fringe
29. Half up half down with heart shaped ponytails
30. Criss cross stitch braids with fringe and curls
31. Natural hair Mohawk updo with twists
32. Half up half down stitch braids with side fringe
33. Natural hair stitch braids with ponytails
34. Natural hair double ponytails
35. Natural hair half up half down
36. Double twists ponytails with fringe
37. Natural hair ponytail updo with twists
38. Natural hair ponytail updo with twists and side fringe
39. Half up half down twists
40. Natural hair updo with twists fringe
41. Natural hair updo with heart shaped side fringe
42. Double sided ponytails with twists
43. Natural hair half up with twists box braids
44. Natural hair updo with heart shaped side fringe
45. Natural hair updo ponytail with twists
Braided hair with beads and bows maintenance
1. Regularly oil and moisturize your child’s scalp. A quick, cheap and effective moisturizer is a mix of water and conditioner. This should be done at least 3 times a week.
2. Wrap their hair in a silk scarf or bonnet when going to sleep, having a silk pillowcase is an added bonus at it prevents wear and tear.
3. Depending on the braided hairstyle you chose, avoid keeping the braids in for too long.. recommended life of braids is 4 to 5 weeks max depending on the chosen hairstyle.
4. Keep the beads and bows after unbraiding kid’s hair as they could be used again to rock another hairstyle.
5. Clean their scalp regularly to prevent itching.
Which one of these braided hairstyles with beads and bows will your child be rocking this year ? Do let us know in the comments down below.. XOXO