19. Waterfall Twist Side Fringe

What This Idea Means

The waterfall twist creates a cascading effect where strands fall gracefully through a two-strand horizontal twist. It allows short hair to look intricately styled while letting length flow naturally.

How To Make It

  1. Part hair on the side. Take two small sections near front part line.
  2. Cross front strand over back strand.
  3. Pick up a new small strand from top crown of hair and lay it between the two strands (letting it drop through like a waterfall).
  4. Twist original two strands together again, locking dropped strand in place.
  5. Repeat pattern 4 to 5 times moving toward back of ear.
  6. Secure end behind ear with a discreet bobby pin under top layers.

Tips & Variations

  • Double Waterfall: Create a second parallel waterfall twist 1 inch below the first one for double cascading detail.
  • Soft Wand Curls: Wand-curl dropped waterfall strands for extra dimension and elegance.

What You Need

  • Tail comb
  • Bobby pins
  • Mini curling wand (optional)
  • Light hairspray