Everything You Need for Perfect Boho Braids: Ywigs Water Wave Hair Explained
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If you’ve ever done boho braids, you already know the struggle: prepping tiny strands of human hair, dealing with shedding, trying to keep pieces from slipping, and spending way too many hours making everything look seamless.
Well, things just changed. In this tutorial, I completed a full boho braid install in only four hours, all thanks to a brand-new product designed specifically for boho styles—the Ywigs 14-inch Water Wave Human Crochet Hair.
In this post, I’m breaking down what makes this hair different, how to install it multiple ways (braider-friendly and beginner-friendly), and why it’s a total game changer for both stylists and DIY braiders.
Why YWigs Water Wave Human Crochet Hair Is a Game Changer for Boho Braids
Most human crochet hair is thick, bulky, or tied with a short, stiff thread. YWigs has completely redesigned this with boho braiders in mind.
1. A Longer, Thinner Thread for Easier Installations
The biggest upgrade:
The hair is secured with a long, thin, nearly invisible thread—about 3–4 inches, depending on braid size.
This makes a huge difference because:
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Prep time is dramatically reduced
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You can add more hair without creating bulk
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The thread blends seamlessly into the braid
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No slipping, no shedding
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The hair is fully reusable
For braiders, this means faster installs. For DIY stylists, it means less frustration and a cleaner finish.
2. A Gorgeous, Natural Curl Pattern
The 14-inch Water Wave texture is soft, juicy, and blends beautifully with knotless and boho styles. It gives that effortless “vacation curl” without tangling easily.
3. Perfect for Any Braid Size
Because the thread is so thin, you can use it for:
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Large boho braids
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Medium knotless braids
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Small or extra-small boho styles
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Adding curls to existing braids
One product, any braid size.
Products Used
All styling products came from the Braided Beauty Collection, and the install used three packs of YWigs Water Wave human crochet hair.
Product links and tools can be found in the description section of the original video.
How to Install YWigs Water Wave Crochet Hair for Boho Braids
Below are the three installation methods demonstrated:
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Adding the hair while braiding
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Doubling the curls for fuller ends
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Crocheting the curls into finished braids (beginner-friendly)
Each method works for both stylists and people doing their own hair at home.
Method 1: Adding the Hair While Braiding (For Cleanest, Most Natural Results)
This is ideal for braiders or anyone comfortable with feed-ins.
Step-by-Step:
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Start the braid normally.
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Place the boho piece at the top where the thread begins.
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Loop it once, then pull one end out.
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Braid until the thread runs out.
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Pull the rest of the hair out.
Why it works:
The thread is slim enough to disappear inside the braid, even if you double or triple the pieces for more fullness.
Sealing the Ends
For this look, each braid was finished with a curly end piece.
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Braid past the thread
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Separate the synthetic hair from the curly piece
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Use a heated braid sealer
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Trim and roll to mold the curl end together
Clean, secure, and flawless.
Method 2: Doubling the Strands for Fuller Boho Curls
This is perfect if you want curls evenly spaced through each braid or a fuller, more dramatic boho look.
At the top three rows:
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Start the braid by adding a boho piece at the root.
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Add your braiding hair (only one pack was used for the full head).
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Add a second curly piece without pulling the long end through yet.
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Keep braiding until both threads end.
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Pull out the remaining pieces as you go.
By the time the top was reached, each braid had four curly pieces, which created eight curls sticking out—evenly distributed and natural-looking.
Method 3: Crocheting the Curls Into Finished Braids (Beginner-Friendly)
If you struggle with adding hair while braiding, this method is for you.
How to Crochet the Hair
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Insert the crochet hook through the braid
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Pull one side of the boho piece through
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Wrap it around the braid with each pull
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Continue until the curl sits where you want it
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Repeat as needed
Because the thread is super thin, it never adds bulk or becomes visible.
Doubling the Ends
If you want both ends sticking out:
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Fold the curl at the middle.
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Pull the loop through the braid.
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Crochet both ends until they come out together.
This is perfect for:
✔ refreshing old braids
✔ filling in sparse areas
✔ upgrading an older install with reusable hair
Why Professional Braiders Love This Hair
As a professional braider, here’s the bottom line:
This haircut reduces braiding time significantly. It blends effortlessly, doesn’t slip, doesn’t shed, and can be reused—something most human crochet hair struggles with.
This entire style took only four hours, which is almost unheard of for boho braids.
Conclusion
If you love boho braids but want
✔ faster installs
✔ neater curls
✔ less prep work
✔ better durability
✔ reusable human hair
— then the Ywigs 14-inch Water Wave Human Crochet Hair is absolutely worth trying.
A huge thank-you to Ywigs for sponsoring the original video.
All product links and tools used are listed below.
If you try this method or use this hair, leave a comment and let me know how it works for you!
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