Hair On The Brain

Jada Pinkett-Smith turned up at the third annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon in Beverly Hills last week with this interesting braided updo.

Frankly, I’m not quite sure how I feel about this look. It’s kinda Sideshow Bobesque.

That said, I still kind of like it. What do you guys think: Yay or Nay? In case you love it, after the break I tell you how to recreate the style at home.

Jada’s Braided & Textured Pony Hair How To:

Create the Braid:

• Make a part, starting from behind the left ear to the right ear.
• Then, create a deep right-side part leaving out the lesser hair.
• Gather the front section of hair and tease the root to create texture and volume.
• Add a texturizing volume spray at the root area for hold.
• Braid the hair on the scalp from right to left all the way to the end.

Make a Pony:

• Brush the rest of the hair into a high pony above the ears and secure with a holder.
• Apply H2pro Silk 1 Minute Thermal Hair Treatment on the pony and divide into small sections.
• Curl into spirals and apply a light shine serum to your hands and separate spirals.
• Then spray with a texturizing mist for added texture and a bit of roughness.

Shape the Pony:

• Take the end of the braid and pin it to the part on the scalp.
• Then take a bobby pin with the open end, swoop into the curled pony, lift and pin to scalp.
• This creates a bit of lift and added structure, repeat until you’re happy with the shape.
• Utilize a light wax spray for shine and texture.
• Finish with White Sands Infinity Finishing Spray for lasting hold.