I have two questions about single three-strand braiding (hey I have to start with the basics): (1) What grooming aid (if any) can I put in my length to help control the bits that poke out? My hair has been growing completely wild (no trims) so it has various lengths. (2) How do you get the braid tight? Is their a particular direction to pull the strands to keep the braid tight? (3) Yes, I said two questions. Consider this a bonus... on the Bunjii website 'Best Ponytail in NYC' contest page they mention the prizes and one of them is 'four double packages of braid-ender Bunjiis'. Sounds like something *I* could use (today I was tying off the most perfect braid I've ever made and I fumbled the third turn of my elastic, dropped the end behind my back, and watched helplessly in the mirror as the braid disintegrated ). But I don't see these available on the Bunjii website. Does anyone know about these potentially useful items? Something new, something old? What do *you* use to tie off your braid?

1. I have the same problem. Practice is the best way to handle flyaways and frizzies, because the only REAL solution I've found is to rebraid when it gets too messy. Using hairgel before and very lightly after braiding also helps.

2. Practice I hold 2 at a time and make sure I pull the "active" strand tight. It doesn't really matter how I hold the "inactive" strands, but my hair holds a braid practically by itself so you might want to follow Leia's advice.

3. I actually use bobby pins, because I can only create short, thin braids at the moment (side French braids). Why don't you email Bunji and ask what the difference is between regular and braid-enders? Otherwise go for a non-metal ponytail holder. A rustic wooden barette would probably suit you as well, if it has a firm clasp.

/Kate

I feel sorry for you and your single braid that slowly fell apart... ...I've done that sooo many times.

You can buy these little bands that are like, plastic or rubber but they don't ruin your hair like rubber bands. They're really easy to use and come in all different bright colours too. Plus they hold the hair tight so it never falls out. I think I got a packet sent from england but I've seen them around here in Australia. And if they're in Australia they'd be everywhere else, wouldn't they? America.  Just asuming.
Good luck, 
Sofezz

Hello Aussie
(I'm actually British, haha)
thanks for that support
i'm in QLD too 

Hi!

With me, I usually hold all three strands in one hand, keeping the two inactive strands between my fingers closest to my pinky and the active strand near my index finger when I need to stop. I think that might help some people. While I am braiding, I hold the two inactive strands in my index/middle fingers and the active strand in my other hand. I find that pulling down gently as I go keeps it straight. I used to have a bad habit of pulling up, not a good thing. My hair doesn't frizz so much, so I can't really help you there, but best of luck!

Lady