Start with clean, detangled hair
Part the hair into sections
Take three small strands from the front
Cross the right strand over the middle strand
Cross the left strand over the middle strand
Add a small section of hair to the right strand before crossing it over the middle
Add a small section of hair to the left strand before crossing it over the middle
Repeat alternating sides as you braid downward
Keep the braid tight and close to the scalp
Continue until all hair is incorporated
Finish with a regular three-strand braid
Secure the end with a hair tie