Braids are a wonderful way to give your hair a break. They are what you would call a protective hairstyle, allowing a welcomed rest period from styling. However sometimes braids can do more harm than good. That's why it is important to make sure you allow your hair adequate breathing time in between braiding styles, and also avoid excessive tightness. This way you will get the most from your braiding styles.
Braids encompass a wide variety of styles. Including, cornrows, micros, pixies, box braids, french braids; and a combination of other styles that are derived from these to create an endless selection of beautiful braiding styles to chose from.
Despite their beauty braids can pose their share of problems. If they are put in too tight, too frequently, or left in too long, then they can cause significant damage to hair.
When put in too tight , they can cause hair loss; particularly around the edges. At the same time if they are put in with excessive frequency, the same result can occur because of the repeated manipulation.
With any braid style, two months should be the maximum time period to keep the style. Exceeding this period can result in breakage, or even ailments of the scalp because of excessive dryness, and/ or a lack of cleansing.
But used properly, your hair can be happy, even in braids...
Until next time, hold on to your hair!
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