If you’re looking for beautiful hairstyles for kids, why not try lemonade braids? 

Regular plaits are cute but a longer-lasting style and maybe a better option for summer vacation are lemonade braids. Especially when the weather is hot and you don’t feel like sitting down to braid hair every few days on a figety toddler.

What are lemonade braids?

Lemonade braids are plaited to the scalp. So they’re similar to cornrow braids. Additional hair is added to the braid using the feed-in method and the style is braided to one side of the head.

You can make them in a small, medium or large size.

Why are lemonade braids called lemonade braids?

The name, lemonade braids, comes from Beyonce’s hit album titled Lemonade.  In the title song, which has the same name as the album, the singer wears this signature side cornrow style of braids.

Are lemonade braids in style?

These braids are just as popular now as they were when Bey put them on the map. It’s low maintenance which makes them a great style for children. 

They come in different sizes and styles. This means that you can adjust them to fit kids or adults.

How long do lemonade braids take?

Wondering how long lemonade braids take to install? Plan to spend anywhere from 3 to 6 hours to get this style done. 

Of course, since kids have smaller heads than adults, it should take less time. 

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Check out the video below to see the different versions.

Here is what you’ll need to get this look

1. Synthetic hair (Kanekalon)
2. Hair clips
3. Beads (optional)
4. Gel for edges
5. Small comb or rat tail comb
6. Detangling brush

A good detangling brush is a must-have. You can use it on washed and dried hair to get out the tangles before braiding.

When you’re looking for beads for braiding, get some with a large hole. It will make it easier to put the hair through the bead.

Here are my favorite styles for girls. 

Lemonade braids with beads

You can accessorize these braids by putting beads on the ends.

Small braids give you a neat finished look. Plan to spend a little more time on braiding for these. 

Colored beads are pretty but clear beads go with everything, so you don’t have to worry about not matching the beads to your child’s outfit.

Mommy and me braids 

Mommy and me outfits are cute but you can make it so much cuter with matching mommy and me braids.

Teenager Styles

If beads are not her thing, here are two versions that your teen might like.

Can you believe that this one is actually a wig? It’s hand made and you can find it here on Etsy.

Little Girl Jumbo lemonade braids 

These jumbo braids are quick to install.

Yield: 1

Lemonade braids for kids

Print

These braids are just as popular now as they were when Beyoncé put them on the map. It’s low maintenance which makes them a great style for children.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Active Time 1 hour

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes

Difficulty Medium

Estimated Cost $20

Instructions

1. Detangle the hair with a brush or wide tooth comb
2. Part and section the hair with a rat tail comb
3. Feed-in synthetic hair to the braid
4. continue to cornrow the braid
5. braid hair down to the tips
6. Add beads (optional)

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