That's exactly what I'm talking about. This will thin your hair out instantly because they are cutting some of your hair! I could never figure out why my ends looked almost see through every time I took my braids out
Also when they dip the ends all the way up to your ears in hot water to seal them...you KNOW that some of your real hair is getting in that boiling water
:::rubbing and saying sorry to my poor hair:::
. I know they talk about me in their language, but I don't care. I don't let them use rubber bands to hold sections of hair, either. I take my own scrunchies. 
Your hair will bounce back in no time.I spied on your Fotki...VERY pwetty twists
What brand of hair do you use? And, how do you do your own twist?
Becoming a do it yourselfer was the best move I ever made for styling my hair.
Thank You for the link. I'd never pre-soaked the hair before.
My scalp won't let me!Coco take that wig off!
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I'm sorry you had such a bad experience. I love braids but really believe that, since it's my hair, I get to dictate how things will work. Like Closer1 said, don't let them make decisions for you. I truly believe in taking control over the process cuz I think it's mandatory.
Because my hair is thick and not relaxed bone straight, they always want to blow-dry it first. I always say no. Next, they try to rip through it with the rat-tail comb that they use to make parts to comb my hair. I have literally grabbed someone's hand once for that. I take my wide tooth comb and insist on combing it out myself (and I admit that this is quite a job). I never let them do this. I lie by saying I'm allergic to their creams and grease and whip out my own stuff (ORS Olive Oil, KeraCare Oil Moisturizer w/Jojoba, and KeraCare Leave In Conditioner) because for some reason they always have that godawful Pink Oil
Once we get past those issues, I have a good experience. They never pull the hair too tight, and if I need them to loosen the grip they comply with no problem. I get good results, they get paid (and tipped because after all of that they do a really good job) and everyone's happy. It helps to have the same braider work on you every time you go. That way, they understand you and your requirements.
Hang in there, as this too shall pass.
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I'm sorry you had such a bad experience. I love braids but really believe that, since it's my hair, I get to dictate how things will work. Like Closer1 said, don't let them make decisions for you. I truly believe in taking control over the process cuz I think it's mandatory.
Because my hair is thick and not relaxed bone straight, they always want to blow-dry it first. I always say no. Next, they try to rip through it with the rat-tail comb that they use to make parts to comb my hair. I have literally grabbed someone's hand once for that. I take my wide tooth comb and insist on combing it out myself (and I admit that this is quite a job). I never let them do this. I lie by saying I'm allergic to their creams and grease and whip out my own stuff (ORS Olive Oil, KeraCare Oil Moisturizer w/Jojoba, and KeraCare Leave In Conditioner) because for some reason they always have that godawful Pink Oil
Once we get past those issues, I have a good experience. They never pull the hair too tight, and if I need them to loosen the grip they comply with no problem. I get good results, they get paid (and tipped because after all of that they do a really good job) and everyone's happy. It helps to have the same braider work on you every time you go. That way, they understand you and your requirements.
Hang in there, as this too shall pass.
I thought I was the only one who pulled the 'I'm allergic, so I can't use your shampoo, conditioner, comb, hair bands, your hair because it hasn't been washed with my special shampoo' line!
hugs to you and every one that went through this 
