I did some braids (no extensions) - will they last?

[MummysGirl]

I'm about to start my 7th month of my transition to natural. It's been going so much better than I anticipated - I expected that by this time, I'd be sooo frustrated that I'd want to BC or do braids or kinky twists(with extensions) which I DO NOT want to do. My hairline has always suffered from extensions and I don't want to risk it.... and as time has gone on, I have decided that I always want to have only my hair on my head (nothing against ladies here with the beautiful weaves, braids, twists or wigs )

Anyway, I've gotten a little bored with my everyday do (pin up hair and hold back with a headband or scarf)

I love my twistouts(see siggy) or braidouts which I only do for 1-2 days (days I don't workout) but I just wanted a little change...

So I did these braids.... took me a while cos I was watching TV, taking breaks to eat, etc

Do you think these will last 2 weeks? If I cowash 4 times a week, will they be ok? I plan to redo the edges if they get a little rough...

I'd appreciate your input

 

[jerseygurl]

They look good mummy's girl and should last 2 weeks at least. How do you plan to take care of them?

 

[MummysGirl]

Thank you
I plan to continue as normal... spray with my moistursing spritz every morning (after my workout) and seal with my shea butter mix. Moisturise and seal as well in the evening...
I cowash 4 times a week, so I plan to do the same.

They look good mummy's girl and should last 2 weeks at least. How do you plan to take care of them?

 

[DDTexlaxed]

You have some serious styling skills! I really have to learn how to do these styles. I just can't rely on a stylist all the time. I would be a million times happier if I learned how to do a basic braid, cornrow, and French braid.

 

[MummysGirl]

Thanks so much
I hope you can learn soon, have you tried youtube videos ?

You have some serious styling skills! I really have to learn how to do these styles. I just can't relay on a stylist all the time. I would be a million times happier if I learned how to do a basic braid, cornrow, and French braid.

 

[Ivonnovi]

I like the braids, and I'm jealous that you have such full and healty looking hair! LOL

I wouldn't recommend cowashing that often. I think the 4x per week will cause the braids to frizz faster. Perhaps you can just spritz them with a watered down conditioner every other day.

 

[MummysGirl]

LOL, thanks! I'm still not used to my hair being described as "full" - yay!!!!!!

Thanks so much, I will reduce the cowashing, maybe 2ce a week. My moisturising spritz is HE totally twisted, evoo, glycerin and water, so I think that should work.
Thanks again!!!

I like the braids, and I'm jealous that you have such full and healty looking hair! LOL

I wouldn't recommend cowashing that often. I think the 4x per week will cause the braids to frizz faster. Perhaps you can just spritz them with a watered down conditioner every other day.

 

[Toy]

Great Job!!!

 

[MummysGirl]

Thanks

Great Job!!!

 

[DDTexlaxed]

Thanks so much
I hope you can learn soon, have you tried youtube videos ?

You tube is where I basically lurk now. I just have problems figuring out how to use 3 strands instead of 2. It seriously pisses me off sometimes practicing, but I hope I will get it. If I don't, I will stick with twists.

 

[BklynHeart]

I like the braids, and I'm jealous that you have such full and healty looking hair! LOL

I wouldn't recommend cowashing that often. I think the 4x per week will cause the braids to frizz faster. Perhaps you can just spritz them with a watered down conditioner every other day.

Co-sign, and try washing them once a week. Looks really good!

 

[UGQueen]

You tube is where I basically lurk now. I just have problems figuring out how to use 3 strands instead of 2. It seriously pisses me off sometimes practicing, but I hope I will get it. If I don't, I will stick with twists.

hey girl have u tried this website

http://cornrows.co.uk/howto/howtobraidcornrowsx.html

i didnt know how to cornrow jus knew how to french braid and then i came across this and within five minutes my half wig was braided.HTH

 

[melodies815]

I'm about to start my 7th month of my transition to natural. It's been going so much better than I anticipated - I expected that by this time, I'd be sooo frustrated that I'd want to BC or do braids or kinky twists(with extensions) which I DO NOT want to do. My hairline has always suffered from extensions and I don't want to risk it.... and as time has gone on, I have decided that I always want to have only my hair on my head (nothing against ladies here with the beautiful weaves, braids, twists or wigs )

Anyway, I've gotten a little bored with my everyday do (pin up hair and hold back with a headband or scarf)

I love my twistouts(see siggy) or braidouts which I only do for 1-2 days (days I don't workout) but I just wanted a little change...

So I did these braids.... took me a while cos I was watching TV, taking breaks to eat, etc

Do you think these will last 2 weeks? If I cowash 4 times a week, will they be ok? I plan to redo the edges if they get a little rough...

I'd appreciate your input

This is actually an EXCEPTIONALLY good regimen and original to anything I have ever seen here on the forum. I mean, I have seen some really good regimens, but so far, I have not found any that I might want to continue when my hair is longer.

This one is one I would and will do.

Right now, I LIVE in twists and twist outs. They are relatively easy to do and to maintain. I could do the same with braids when I have some length with either twists or braids.

Why didn't I think of this?!?!

Great regimen. I know it will work!!

Please let us know how you fare!

Blessings and Happy and Healthy Hair Growth!!!

CJ

 

[discodumpling]

Good job! I see no reason why they couldn't last at least 2 weeks...I'm working on week 3 of some braids & I rinse them almost daily. I like frizz if only because my hair is fine & the frizz adds the illusion of thicker hair

 

[Fhrizzball]

also when you cowash you can put a stocking cap over to limit the frizzies. Just make sure your moisture/protein is in correct balance. Your braids looks so full. Mine always comes out spotty or not as uniform. How long are you thinking to transition?

 

[MummysGirl]

Thank you, I will try that.
Thanks I really think my hair is full now because I don't blow dry (especially with a comb attachment) or flat iron anymore.
I plan to transition for a minimum of 1 year but I would love to go further.

also when you cowash you can put a stocking cap over to limit the frizzies. Just make sure your moisture/protein is in correct balance. Your braids looks so full. Mine always comes out spotty or not as uniform. How long are you thinking to transition?

Thank you! Week 3? That's really good! I'll take these out in 2 weeks for a 2 week break and I'll do them for 2 weeks again, I'll see how the braids look after 2 weeks and decide if I want them in for one more week.

Good job! I see no reason why they couldn't last at least 2 weeks...I'm working on week 3 of some braids & I rinse them almost daily. I like frizz if only because my hair is fine & the frizz adds the illusion of thicker hair

Thanks so much I've gotten so much help here and on fotki too.
I'll update after a week and also after the 2nd week.
Thanks again, your comment made my day
Good luck and HHG!!!!

This is actually an EXCEPTIONALLY good regimen and original to anything I have ever seen here on the forum. I mean, I have seen some really good regimens, but so far, I have not found any that I might want to continue when my hair is longer.

This one is one I would and will do.

Right now, I LIVE in twists and twist outs. They are relatively easy to do and to maintain. I could do the same with braids when I have some length with either twists or braids.

Why didn't I think of this?!?!

Great regimen. I know it will work!!

Please let us know how you fare!

Blessings and Happy and Healthy Hair Growth!!!

CJ

Thank you

Co-sign, and try washing them once a week. Looks really good!

 

[beans4reezy]

Your braids lovely! I agree with another one of the posters though...Cowashing 4x a week might be too much if you are trying to keep this style for two weeks.

 

[MummysGirl]

Thank you
I'll definitely reduce my cowashes. Thanks again!

Your braids lovely! I agree with another one of the posters though...Cowashing 4x a week might be too much if you are trying to keep this style for two weeks.