Preparation and Parting

• Wash and stretch: Clean, condition, and blow-dry or stretch your natural hair for smooth parting.
• Section the hair: Part your hair down the center from the forehead to the crown as your main guide.
• Side sections: Create clean side parts from the middle part down to behind the ears, separating the front and side cornrow areas from the back.

Braiding the Foundation

• Center cornrow: Braid a straight cornrow directly down the center of the scalp from front to back as the primary anchor.
• Side cornrows: Braid the side sections into neat cornrows, angling them outward or toward the face near the ears depending on the specific design.
• Feed-in hair: Feed in thin layers of braiding hair gradually to maintain a secure and lightweight structure.

Finishing and Styling the Back

• Back section options: Leave the back open for individual knotless braids, a sew-in, or a quick weave depending on your preferred look.
• Accessories: Add beads, cowrie shells, or metallic rings to the braids for traditional decoration.

Daily and Nightly Care

• Sleep with a bonnet: Cover your hair every night with a silk or satin bonnet or scarf to prevent friction, frizz, and moisture loss.
• Moisturize the scalp: Apply a lightweight oil or hydrating spray with ingredients like jojoba or tea tree oil every 2 to 3 days to stop itching and dryness.
• Tame flyaways: Use a setting foam or hair mousse once or twice a week over your cornrows and parts to keep the style looking fresh.

Washing and Refreshing

• Cleanse the scalp: Wash your hair every 2 weeks if needed by mixing water and a mild shampoo in a spray bottle. Spray the mix directly onto your scalp, massage gently with your fingers, and rinse carefully without soaking the synthetic ends.
• Dry completely: Make sure your hair dries fully after washing to avoid mildew or odor trapped in the braids.
• Maintain curls: If your Fulani style includes loose boho curls, wet them lightly, apply a curl-defining mousse, and scrunch the ends to reduce frizz.