Braids Hairstyle Video - Step-by-Step: Basic Three-Strand Braid Step 1: Prepare the Hair Brush or comb the hair to remove all tangles. You can braid on dry or slightly damp hair (slightly damp helps reduce frizz). Step 2: Divide the Hair Take a section of hair where you want the braid (for example, all the hair at the back or just a small side section). Split the hair evenly into three strands. Label them Left (L), Middle (M), and Right (R). Step 3: Start Braiding Cross the right strand (R) over