Blowout before braids

[Mermaid0684]

Hey everyone I have a quick question. Has any blow-dried/flat-ironed their new growth straight before getting your hair braided? Were there any negative effects to doing this?

 

[AngelicRose07]

ive done it. i didnt experience any negative problems. in fact, i flat iron before i braid my hair for each sew in so my braids will be less "fluffy" and can lay flatter

 

[MomofThreeBoys]

Hi Mermaid,

Why would you do this? In my case, the braid holds/anchors better on new growth than fresh permed/straightened hair.

 

[Mermaid0684]

I've been thinking about doing this. I though that straightening the hair would be better to manage while braiding. Natalied , you do have a very good point about the new growth. I'm glad I posted this question before actually doing it. Thanks ladies!

 

[cutebajangirl]

I press my roots before getting my hair braided. I do it so that the braider will not be able to rip through my hair if she is rough.

 

[Whisper]

I press my roots before getting my hair braided. I do it so that the braider will not be able to rip through my hair if she is rough.

Exactly!! except I use my comb attachment blow dryer

 

[MomofThreeBoys]

Wow. My sister (who braids) complains when the hair is too straight. She says it's easier when there is some kink to it.

Exactly!! except I use my comb attachment blow dryer

 

[confused_one]

If you don't blow out your hair, the braiders will surely do it, and they are not as gentle with your hair like you would be.