How to do a french roll

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I sincerely hope that this tutorial proves helpful for all those looking to learn how to do a french roll! French rolls are a classic formal style that can be worn for weddings, work at the office, formal events. This hairstyle can also be done with weave, stuffing, or filler to create length or fullness within the style.
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Linwood
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Video description:
Linwood Darkis shows how to do a french roll, also known as a french twist. This tutorial is incredibly helpful for cosmetology students, as it goes through the fundamentals of hairstyling. The purpose of this channel is to educate people on how to simplify proper hair care, and teach them how to do hair and styling techniques.Linwood is a licensed cosmetologist and cosmetology instructor, and he teaches high school aged students on a daily basis.

[@arnettejm]

The french roll has always been my fav!!! I want to wear it again, but my own current hair situation doesn't easily allow it. Now, you've shown it is possible even for me. I appreciate the love and care you put into what you are obviously so passionate about. Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work!! BLESSINGS!!!!

[@krissiechristian]

You sounded like the painter dude with the afro that passed away. I expected to hear you say "And we are gonna put a little tree right here" 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Both of you are great artist 💯

[@GetGlamFam]

Krissie Christian Lol someone recently told me I was the Bob Ross of braiding! 😂😂

[@lyndoraburroughs-robinson5663]

Thank you. I was going to a hair salon just for this style. You made this easy. I cast your tutorials to my wide screen which makes it easier for me to accomplish. 💯👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💇🏽‍♀️

[@GetGlamFam]

My joy! I need to film one with stuffing also for those who can’t do teasing!

[@lyndoraburroughs-robinson5663]

@@GetGlamFam Yes that would be awesome. Thanks so much for helping us out during Covid-19. Your tutorials have been keeping us Zoom ready for on-line meetings 😁❤

[@GetGlamFam]

Lyndora Burroughs -Robinson my joy! I’m so happy they are helping!

[@queenreg7]

It was the “teasing is like underwear” part for me! 😂😂😂

[@GetGlamFam]

RevREGEsq Book of REGalations 😂🤣 it’s true though!

[@queenreg7]

@@GetGlamFam thinking of all of those 60’s bouffant hairdos with the fuzz sticking out.

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

I am OBSESSED with french rolls! This looks amazing, and so helpful to know better how to place pins. With longer hair, the rolling becomes more difficult, especially doing it on myself. Usually end up with a bunch of hair at the top I have to sort of moosh and tuck in to hide. It never looks this good! :D

[@GetGlamFam]

Lyndsey MacPherson Thank you! It definitely takes some practice to perfect!

[@cijiwalton3721]

Beautiful and thank you for the countless tokens of knowledge in this video

[@GetGlamFam]

Thanks so much! It’s truly a pleasure!

[@kimgarnham2905]

Exactly the way my mum taught me and she was a hairdresser in the 60s 😍

[@esthersowell3340]

Another old style was very pretty hair combed up and curls on top very sophisticated style with outfits a polished look

[@OhheyitsEdd]

You are SO HELPFUL AND INFORMATIONAL! Imma need you to make a tutorial on how to make a smooth, SNATCHED high pony because i never seem to get the hang of it!

[@southernmiss1211]

Beautiful! I’ve watched a dozen tutorials on KZbin today and yours is the only real French twist! I have one question, is it possible to do this with my hair just below my shoulder? Thanks so much!

[@carolyngaines3275]

Beautifully done!

[@cindyjohnson4208]

Wow you did a fabulous work, and it looks so beautiful

[@GetGlamFam]

Aww thank you so much! Thanks for watching!

[@ramadevi-cg8is]

Many talents are included in this. Thanq.gb.regards.ml

[@cutiehair27]

I couldn't wait to click.... It's been a minute since I've done one!!💜💚

[@GetGlamFam]

Thanks for watching! Yeah I have to teach them to my students this week so I figured I should film it and send it to them early!

[@michelle7185]

I love your videos 😄💚 So helpful, God bless!

[@Adamsg0505]

I love French roll. I could wear them everyday

[@soulserenity2503]

Great job very neat. God bless

[@jamanajohnson-moore8065]

Yes, teach us. 👏🏾

[@GetGlamFam]

Jamana Johnson-Moore Thanks for watching!

[@kayenjee]

Linwood violently shaking the mannequin had me in shambles. 🤣

[@GetGlamFam]

😂 I do that to all my students work to make sure they did a good job! 🤣

[@lovetharibido9579]

Waoooo it's like magic though, I love the French roll. But can a type 4c do a French roll please? 🤔

[@tanyaflemon1870]

Lol is that what that comb is for? A teasing comb....I never knew (in my Tony Baker voice)!😝👍🏾👍🏾

[@GetGlamFam]

Tanya Flemon Lol! You learn something new every day!

[@ariaseditinghelp5448]

First

[@GetGlamFam]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching!

[@thehomebird999]

Beautiful 😻

[@KayKay5791]

My daughter has a dance recital and she has to have a hairstyle like Princess Tiana from disney world. Instructions state she has to have a high puffy bun with a framed face... help!!! She is 5 and has long hair but not really sure how to do a framed face with a high bun!! 😩

[@tarawalker7193]

The PTSD that was triggered with those hair pins! My rolls were laid to death, but my scalp would be dying for real! Then you got to play that game, "Which of These Pins is Stabbing Me in the Head?" 🤣🤣🤣

[@GetGlamFam]

Tara Walker Lol if they aren’t in there right they will SHO NUFF slide all over the place in there! 😂

[@tarawalker7193]

@@GetGlamFam Telling the whole truth! This was certainly beauty with pain. 🤣

[@Tunenine]

I followed well after watching twice; I did this on my MIL and she loved it. I can't believe it came out so perfect. I gave her some whispps, couldn't tell her nothing. Now she wants a date night with my FIL. Great video.

[@GetGlamFam]

Yasss! Lol look at you helping her stoke the fire! ❤️🙌🏽🥰

[@tarawalker7193]

Ooh! Are we bringing it back?! Bay-BAYYYY! That was my 'DO in the 90s!

[@GetGlamFam]

Tara Walker Lol Alison loves French rolls! She had one the day I proposed!

[@tarawalker7193]

@@GetGlamFam Aww! 🥰 See, the french roll is the EVERYTHING style. It says, "Yes I'm fine, but I'm about business! I'm wholly put together right now, but one hair pin removed strategically, and I can get ratchet - quick!" Folks put on their Act Right when they see you with a french roll! 🤣🤣🤣 Had on for my 14th birthday - couldn't tell me NOTHING!

[@taraquinch1256]

Yes, but I've worn one off and on for years. Love them. My go to protective style, without the teasing of course...

[@JeniWoo]

I’m already screaming at you shaking this mannequin head Linwood lmaoooo

[@GetGlamFam]

JeniWoo Lol if you can’t twerk in it, it’s not a solid Updo! 😂

[@GhandiGroupie]

Gorgeous classic done and taught to perfection! Thank you for bringing back memories of my Mom when I was a child in the 1960’s. I loved her wearing her hair like this. It seemed so mystical and magical how that little tornado roll would be formed in the back. Thanks to your great teaching, I now know how it is done. You’re the best!

[@rickiadoss2551]

I just love listening to your voice. I am almost envious of your wife. She listens to your voice all the time.

[@GetGlamFam]

Aww thanks a million! Thanks for watching!

[@colormebrownskined4131]

I love you alls channel. I don't know what it was about you shaking that manikin that made me laugh so hard. You all have amazing content,stay blessed.🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️

[@GetGlamFam]

Lol that’s literally how I test my students updos, I shake the mess out of them! 😂🤣

[@kayenjee]

Your students are probably like, "Why he mad, tho?" 😆

[@GetGlamFam]

Kr Gr Lol my motto is “If she can’t twerk in it, it’s not a good Updo!” 😂

[@tonyaroberts692]

Finally, someone who knows the "classic" twist! love ...

[@sdseals2076]

Are people still wearing French Rolls?

[@GetGlamFam]

Sandra Seals believe it or not, yes, many are, especially in the business world.

[@tisayoung8546]

So if simeone is wearing weave because they don't have this kind of hair... Can you please show that? Thank you.

[@GetGlamFam]

I will put that on my list of things to film! 😊👍🏽 Thanks!

[@KizzyRanatha]

Kml

[@TAg436]

KizzyRanatha j

[@jessierosegirl6399]

7th and l am proud

[@GetGlamFam]

Yasss!!!

[@jessierosegirl6399]

Omg u replied eeeeeeeek

[@TheUniqueInspiration]

This is a beautiful style! I need somewhere to wear this.

[@GetGlamFam]

InspireLimitlessly Thank you! 😊😊

[@lbu9542]

Oh yay, the French roll is back! I wore them like nobody's business in the mid 90's and always loved the elegance of this style! Thank you for the tutorial!

[@khulaniafrost8359]

Hello 👋🏼 😊 GlamFam!

[@GetGlamFam]

Hey boo! How are you today?

[@khulaniafrost8359]

@@GetGlamFam I'm great. I've taken 2 naps today 😴🤣 Hope you and the rest of the GlamFam are well.

[@GetGlamFam]

Khulania Frost I got one nap today and it was amazing!

[@cutiehair27]

Second!

[@GetGlamFam]

Thanks for watching!

[@scblackman]

I remember a girl for school who would do our hair during lunch. She could do this style with any type and length of hair

[@GetGlamFam]

Stephanie Craig-Blackman awesome!

[@Indiegirl007]

Where were you when I was trying to do this for the 4th of july? Lol. I was wearing a vintage pinafore dress, and wanted an up-do, and I struggled SO HARD. Lol. I ended up having the whole bag of bobby pins in mah head, and it looked terrible! Lol. I'm gonna give your version a go when I take out these faux locs

[@GetGlamFam]

I need to film the version with stuffing also just so people can see the options! I love classic and vintage looks 😊❤️

[@lisaeischens2352]

I wish more people would shown the proper use and placement of Bobby Pins. It sounds so simple but there has to be a method for the madness. This was pretty good but it would be nice to break it down even further.

[@ronicrowder7640]

I congratulate you on a lesson well done; not only is the finished style beautiful, your teaching skills are clear, explanatory as to why you do something and why we don’t want to do something else. You get an A++ from this subscriber! Many thanks!! PS: if setting a small flower piece in the seam of the twist, one would use Bobby pins or what?

[@joanngood648]

Best demonstration of a French roll!

[@claudiaortega8971]

your talented! 😊😊

[@GetGlamFam]

Aww thank you so much! Thanks for watching!

[@sinndymorr6358]

Beautiful results!! Back in the 90s, special occasion hairstyles typically included 1/2 a can of foul smelling hair spray. Glad to see your method 👍 Thanks for sharing!! 🌞

[@tarawalker7193]

Chile, half a can of Oil Sheen was MANDATORY! 🤣🤣🤣

[@GetGlamFam]

Lol that’s a lot of product! 😂😂

[@sinndymorr6358]

@@GetGlamFam Too much product for sure 😂. Your a blessing to educate us ✌

[@quackaddict2203]

Aqua Net 😆

[@jahneastanfield2662]

This was my style in '93! Damn... I'm old🙄

[@tarawalker7193]

Right there with you, Sis!

[@GetGlamFam]

Lol Alison had one the day I proposed!

[@jahneastanfield2662]

@@GetGlamFam A woman of class💯

[@claudiaortega8971]

Early!! love this!!

[@GetGlamFam]

Thanks so much! Thanks for watching!

[@michalwilliams4456]

Eighth!🙂

[@GetGlamFam]

Yasss!! Thanks for watching!

[@michalwilliams4456]

GlamFam Hair & Beauty thank you for all you do!

[@anavaldivia4669]

Wow! I love your videos! You’re so talented! ❤️

[@GetGlamFam]

Aww thank you so much! Thanks for watching!

[@sheliamaxwell1183]

I love the video, but didn't you tease Allison about wearing French rolls in 1 of your chit-chat videos?

[@GetGlamFam]

Lol I sure did! I created this video because it’s a great Updo for foundational skills, and this is what I’m teaching my students this week! 😂

[@sheliamaxwell1183]

@@GetGlamFam Ok, I guess a teacher has got to do what a teacher gots to do. You teach those kids good and a big thumbs up to you. Stay safe.

[@YannisGoedermans]

A crimping iron works wonders if you don't want to stuff nor tease. The amount of volume and grip it gave me when I did a chignon like that was just mind blowing.

[@whitney7622]

Where are u located so I can come to get my hair done? I want this style.

[@GetGlamFam]

My salon was in central Texas, but I’m retired now, after 20 years behind the chair I teach cosmetology now

[@CoCoRenee214]

I love these vintage styles. This also reminds me of one of those 90’s Mass Choir hairstyles.

[@msarrington27]

LOL @ the way you shook the mannequin.

[@GetGlamFam]

MsArrington Lol I always tell my students, if she can’t twerk with her Updo still in tact, it’s not a good Updo! 😂

[@msarrington27]

@@GetGlamFam I know that's right because I still want to be snatched after I have torn the dancefloor up.

[@GetGlamFam]

MsArrington it be like that sometimes!

[@nativemoerisin6219]

Great video. Can you a Dutch braid with adding extensions to the braid video. Thanks God bless🙂

[@GetGlamFam]

NativeMoe Risin sure thing! I’ll add it to my list of tutorials!

[@missshebababy]

Thank you for this extremely detailed, very easy to follow tutorial!

[@GetGlamFam]

My joy! Thank you so much for watching!

[@SincerePresence]

Yessss!! Always

[@lineaalba4035]

Child of a 'beauty school dropout' here, I remember the reign of terror 'teasing, back combing' caused. Sitting in the chair, and mom would get 'creative'!!😂😂😂

[@GetGlamFam]

Linea Alba Lol teasing is an art! It takes some time to perfect! 😂🤣

[@carlettemerrill6177]

So classy!!! Your channel is very inspiring!!! Stay blessed!!! 🌞💞

[@GetGlamFam]

Carlette Merrill Aww thank you so much! Thanks for watching!

[@angiewright6650]

I just want to say how happy I am to have discovered you!! I have 2 Granddaughters and their hair is a challenge to me! I decided to search for French branding on YT and you popped up...I feel like even a 55 year old Mawmaw like me can learn something new!!!❤❤❤

[@GetGlamFam]

That is so wonderful! Thank you so very much for your feedback! 😊🙌🏽❤️

[@shanajoy7420]

Finally a tutorial that includes teasing! I went to a salon in Florida and no one knew what to do with my fine hair without extensions. Finally the manager had to take over and did an uneven teased out bun for a high end wedding. I have another wedding in November and I would like this French roll or a French twist done. I am so glad I found this!

[@hollydewbean3248]

You need to use a real live woman.

[@joannesowle2547]

Your are a man of great talent. I love the style and content of your instructions because you explain everything and why you are doing it that way, etc. Gosh, I wish you could come to my house and style my hair for me every once in a while ! God BLess and thank you so much for such excellent knowledge and instruction.

[@annettelodder5623]

It’s been a while since I graduated Cosmetology School. 1983! I want to tell you that I appreciate you creating this video to re-teach me, if you will, how to do a lovely, true French Twist. You are a skilled stylist no doubt. Thank you for crating and sharing. Now, I want to do this on myself. My hair is just below bra strap and it is wonderful, but very THICK hair. I am going to try your tips and tricks and see if I can make my own hair look as good as you styled this mannequin.

[@michelleblum3601]

Agreed! I got my license in 1996 and recently got back behind the chair after a 17 year stint in the fashion industry. I so appreciate your tutorial of the way I learned how to do it in beauty school. I tried to watch other videos on a modern version, but I love the classic way the best so thank you for the refresher! You’re fab! ❤️

[@agathahoward2479]

Thank you... I love the way you explain your techniques .. so calming.. Great Job!

[@GetGlamFam]

Agatha Howard Aww thank you so much! Thanks for watching!

[@rockwelaj]

When, I tell you it takes so much for me as a Navy veteran to not curse when I see things this frickin fabulous on your page...boo...stop, please!

[@locdinbeauty4467]

Ooo love! Gonna try this on locs. I like the technique, easier from what I been doing. Thank you as always🤗

[@GetGlamFam]

Loc'd in Beauty my joy! I hope it works out well for you!

[@bereniceadams9682]

Dear Lord, your 20 minute tutorial is painstaking, when in realty, it takes just a few minutes to create a French pleat 🥰

[@TimekaSeldon]

❤❤❤ you are BADD.. men are better beauticians ..I wish you can do me one ...take care..

[@patriceseheult5244]

Beautiful! That is something a professional will have to do for me. Can this be done with layered hair?

[@edisonthethird]

this don’t look like my mama’s French rolls! Hers were always crunchy and STIFF

[@tanyaflemon1870]

Do the swoop bang ponytail with pin curls next. Glad to see old school 90’s hairstyles trying to make a come back.

[@GetGlamFam]

Tanya Flemon like the ones on the WAP video? Girl if I do that Alison will be trying to wear it daily! 😂

[@charlotteroberts3763]

Love the video! You are right for none stylist person like me. I don't know if I could do this style 🤔.

[@GetGlamFam]

Thank you! It definitely takes some practice!

[@ReneaDooserider]

Just beautiful and your hands are too. You sound like an oil painting artist. 💕💕🦋

[@erikadarden7881]

How do you do fast mode

[@megankeil5228]

When it’s 5.03 and realise you have no hairspray to do this style for tonight! Ahhhh

[@SincerePresence]

Your description is so precise for understanding. You flow so...naturally, it transcends any one category. Wow! Thk u 4 sharing 🙏🏽

[@SincerePresence]

For me: this style was a long time coming. Childhood dreams and all. #properway

[@avas_adventures11]

😡

[@TMTTucker]

You looked like you were choking the mannequin when you were turning it. 😁

[@debbieharrison4792]

Your voice is very soothing like Bob Ross😊

[@madamx269]

My goodness you have beautiful hands.

[@rosemaryrose6994]

Never thought to tease this style. I'll try this. Thank you.

[@nicehat1236]

5:40 u r so funny, dude. I’m gonna subscribe!

[@barrybones2702]

Hi Linwood 😂. Do you have a cosmetology school? Regards the family

[@GetGlamFam]

Barry Bones hey there! I don’t have my own school, but I do teach at one!

[@velabela7634]

♥️♥️Linwood I love you forever ♥️♥️My hair is just right above my tailbone and I’m beginning to be tired of it, but when I think about cutting it, I wussy out. What kind of long hairstyles could I do to change it up? P.S. I love you forever again 🦋🌸☀️

[@KizzyRanatha]

Yes, come through Glamour

[@GetGlamFam]

😊🙌🏽❤️ Thanks for watching!

[@marilynp.708]

This hairstyle reminds me of my Mother. She would part a square in the top, comb it over and push it up.

[@GetGlamFam]

Marilyn P. Yes, it’s a classic style!

[@AlabasterClay]

But there is a huge hole in the top of the twist. I'd like it smoothed over so you can't look down inside it.

[@GetGlamFam]

AlabasterClay you can do all sorts of things with them, this is a classic French roll, but you can do all sorts of modifications.

[@onukwusiloveth1500]

Cool,loving it

[@GetGlamFam]

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

[@judyniles565]

Thanks for the video Linwood. Looks quite intricate. I'll try it though. Not sure if my head shape can handle a French Roll. LOL ;-)

[@GetGlamFam]

Judy Niles my joy! Lol I feel you! My head is ginormous! 😂

[@judyniles565]

@@GetGlamFam 😂😂😂😂😂😂💋

[@erikadarden7881]

You have a bobble pen on your wrist band

[@joycegreer9391]

Great teaching. I wasn't sure about hair pins vs bobby pins usage.

[@GetGlamFam]

Thank you! Such a pleasure, Thanks for watching!

[@nicolajones726]

Don’t know if I can do this hairstyle but I could listen to your voice all day so soothing❤️beautiful hairstyle though thank youxx

[@mpg296]

Beautiful French roll. Much closer to the French roll my mother used to wear back in the 60s. Now so many tutorials show you how to twist the hair up and then pin it. I much prefer this classic look.

[@finally_dorian]

Is this the 90s wedding roll!? Wooow? Actually want to see this on relaxed and/or textured heads

[@bayoulafourche]

I favorite French twist video. I really don't like the messy ones. This is perfect and even though my hair is a curly mess, my daughter, with her glossy Sable hair loves this hairstyle when she's nursing. What can I say, she's a queen.

[@debbieharrison4792]

That’s beautiful

[@harryvanderveeke7403]

So good I’m going to try it thank you

[@grishavk9349]

Wow!!!! Great 👌👌👏👏👏👏👏

[@IsabelBaxt-qe5go]

The French twist looks beautiful. I got extra tips from you as to how to do my own hair. Thanks.

[@dianeschooley6298]

I have a question how do you create bangs on a open faced wig while using it's own hair with out using a bang extension? Someone said about to sew it closer together?? I dont wanna damage the wig but I love it