A braid is a timeless hairstyle that will probably never go out of style thanks to its simplicity and versatility. With the resurgence of ribbons as a hair accessory and the popularity of the coquette beauty aesthetic, braids also happen to be particularly trendy this year. But if you don’t have a lot of experience styling your own hair, doing even a simple braid might seem intimidating. Or, maybe every time you try to give yourself a braid, it falls limp and comes loose throughout the day. We’ve been there. Luckily, there’s a TikTok beauty hack for seemingly everything, including styling a more voluminous, perky braid in just a few simple steps.   Earlier this year, TikTok user Jamie Vandenberg shared a video showcasing her surprisingly easy trick for avoiding a limp, sagging braid. In the video, she essentially braids her hair normally with the exception of one extra step, securing the middle section of the braid with a hair elastic and braiding around it. The difference in results is striking. While Vandenberg’s first braid hangs low and loose, the braid created using her hack is tighter, fuller-looking and more polished. Ahead, we’re breaking down how to try it out. 
