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It\u2019s not <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">all that tricky <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">to replicate. You\u2019ll start with three sections (okay, manageable), then get to weaving over and under. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BlD0R_wh_s_\/?taken-by=alexandralee1016\">There\u2019s a proper tutorial here<\/a> so you can watch the process step-by-step \u2013 easy (ish).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"body-text\">The technique is even sweeter when paired with multi-coloured pastel tones, or balayaged locks (*<a href=\"https:\/\/www.treatwell.co.uk\/places\/treatment-ladies-hair-colouring-highlights\/offer-type-local\/in-london-uk\/\">books last-minute hair dye<\/a>*).<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It&#8217;s new, it&#8217;s different, it&#8217;s a lot of patience, but\u00a0the good\u00a0stuff usually does. Weddings, festivals, work procrastination, whatever your excuse for trying out DNA braids, we think you should give it a go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>By Rachel Spedding<\/p>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766160160065\">\n<h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are DNA braids and how do they look?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">DNA braids are twisted hair braids that resemble a DNA helix chain. They create a unique and intricate hairstyle that stands out from traditional plaits like fishtails or French braids.<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766160160066\">\n<h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you create a DNA braid hairstyle?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Start by dividing your hair into three sections, then weave the sections over and under in a specific pattern. This technique makes the style look complex, but it can be achieved with some practice and patience.<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766160160067\">\n<h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it difficult to do DNA braids yourself?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">DNA braids might look fancy but are not all that tricky to replicate. Following a step-by-step video tutorial can make the process manageable, even for those new to braiding.<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766160160068\">\n<h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which hair colours work well with DNA braids?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Multi-coloured pastel tones or balayaged hair enhance the look of DNA braids. 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