EEK! My braids are TOO TIGHT? How do I loosen them

[sjarman13]

I told her over and over not to make them soo tight. It didn't seem so bad last night, but this morning I have arched eyebrows and slanted eyes! How can I loosen them up before they pull my hair out!

 

[ichephren]

Re: EEK! My braids are TOO TIGHT? How do I loosen

You can wet them by going under the shower for a bit or sleep without a scarf so that the braids move around while you sleep.

 

[Nonpareil]

Re: EEK! My braids are TOO TIGHT? How do I loosen

Maybe a little oil on the scalp wouldn't hurt either.

 

[blackhair]

Re: EEK! My braids are TOO TIGHT? How do I loosen

A damp warm towel around the hair for 15 minutes. The steam will loosen the braids.

 

[Shayla]

Re: EEK! My braids are TOO TIGHT? How do I loosen

steam will definitely loosen them...get in a hot shower (as hot as you can handle) and just stay in there for about 10-15 minutes w/ your hair UNcovered

 

[sjarman13]

Thanks ladies! You've saved me!

 

[HollyGolightly]

also, you can try putting them in a loose high ponytail while you take a hot, steamy shower.

 

[Height]

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sjarman13 said:
I told her over and over not to make them soo tight. It didn't seem so bad last night, but this morning I have arched eyebrows and slanted eyes! How can I loosen them up before they pull my hair out!

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That happened to me and my hairline suffered.

 

[DragonPearl]

That's awful! That's why I learned to braid my hair myself. It took practice, but it was well worth it. Not only do I save money, but I don't run the risk of having traction alopecia and losing my edges.

 

[Height]

Jessy 55 If I only knew.