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Sam Villa's Hair Hacks: String Braid Tip

Updated On 08/09/2025
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Are you looking to impress your clients and keep them coming back for more? In this series, Redken Global Artistic Ambassador Sam Villa shares his favorite product & styling secrets! Click to watch, and check back on Sam’s Corner for more tips to help you succeed behind the chair!

In this video, Sam shares a hot tip for using Rewind 06 Pliable Styling Paste! Follow the simple steps below to create an eye-catching string braid on your clients.

• Work a small amount of Rewind 06 through the hair and onto hands

• Draw hair into a ponytail at the back of the head towards the center

• Divide the pony into two equal sections, but then single out a small quarter-inch strand (this will be your string)

• Create a three-strand braid as usual - the thin middle strand will come into play later to hold the braid together

• Secure hair at the end of the braid using an elastic. Hot tip: work Rewind 06 on the elastic so it buffers the cuticle.

• Holding on to the string strand, pull out and pancake areas of the braid, and you’re left with an ultra-cool textured braid!

What are some of your favorite hair hacks? Tell us in the comment section below!