Carolyn J. Braden • 3 Minute Read
Easy Wavy Braid Hairstyle Idea: Effortlessly Keep Hair Out of Your Face
Tired of hair falling in your face all day? This easy wavy braid hairstyle is the perfect blend of cute, quick, and practical. Learn how to create soft waves, braid your hair in minutes, and enjoy a chic look that stays put—from workouts to workdays and everything in between. This simple tutorial will show you how to style a wavy braid for any hair type with minimal effort and maximum style.
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I created a comfy casual outfit to go with my hairstyle
The Creative Inspiration
During the holidays, I usually do most or all of the cooking. I tend to heat up (like the food!) when I’m moving around as much as I do, so I usually need a way to get my hair out of my face. In the holiday season of 2024, I did a tutorial for Space Buns, which is a super cute hairstyle that definitely gets your hair out of your face and off your neck.
See my Space Buns tutorial here or see a 1-minute tutorial video version via my YouTube channel @carolynjbraden below:
Creating a Softer Style
For 2025, I came up with an easy way to get my hair out of my face, but I knew I wanted my hair to be down. Sometimes when my hair is up in bun or any up-do all day, I tend to get headaches. I’ve been wearing my hair down more often, which creates a softer, more natural hairstyle.
This is a simple twist of how I wear my hair daily, usually curled and down, but the simple wavy braid gets your hair out of your face for a hassle free yet stylish day!
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How-to:
I created this holiday hairstyle (I created it around the Thanksgiving season) on third day hair, as I wash my hair every three days. I first added some Viori dry shampoo to my roots and brushed it out. This helps absorb oil and gives your hair a little texture and volume. Use this link to buy any Viori product for 10% off or use my code CAROLYNBRADEN at checkout on their website. It’s plastic free, smells delicious and works well with many hair colors.
Dry Shampoo for Volume and Curling My Hair
Next, I brushed it out with an Unbrush and smoothed in some Pureology Glow Catcher Oil for heat protection. I used the skinniest attachment on my Beachwaver Multi Barrel curling iron to curl all my hair, parting it on one side.
I love Glow Catcher Oil for super great hair hydration
After the curls cooled, I used my wide tooth comb (see how I blinged it up here) to brush out the curls a bit. I braided a section of hair around the front of my face and secured it with a hair color matching bobby pin after creating a wave a bit with it. I wanted it to look like a vintage hairstyle slightly.
Creating a wavy braid is easy!
I used my fingers to separate the braid a bit to make it wider. I added some Powder Play at my roots to add lasting volume (I’ve used it for years and it is amazing!) and I teased my hair at the crown a bit too using a teasing brush.
Adding hairspray and lasting texture
I sprayed it with some hairspray (I like this one) after adding a bit more Glow Catcher oil and the style was done!
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I encourage you to try this hairstyle with your own creative twists and share your creations on your social accounts! If you tag me using @carolynsbloomingcreations or @carolynjbraden, I’ll see it! Or tell me about it in the comments below.
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Carolyn J. Braden is the owner of Carolyn’s Blooming Creations is a regular contributor and editor for CBC. She has been featured in numerous media publications such as InStyle Magazine, on HGTV, on Bustle.com, and more. She is the author of the books Georgia McMasters in Amethyst Lake Cemetery, How To Be Yourself: 3 Ways To Help You Being You, and the illustrator for the children’s book Bridging Connections. She is a former classroom teacher that now dedicates her life to educating others on how to live their most healthy, creative and happy life. Learn more about her visiting our About Us page.