Okay So I got braids. Now What?

[He_Leads_I_follow]

Hey -

Can anyone give me any tips on keeping my own hair safe and healthy while in braids? The last time I wore extenstions was about 10 years ago! Back when I didn't care about my own hair. But now, due to this board, I care a whole lot! So what do I do? I have human hair and I am a 4a/b

THIA for your help!

 

[WhipEffectz1]

What type of braids do you have?

 

[He_Leads_I_follow]

Hi Whip -

I have cornrows. It's actually the same style that Kinikakes has in her fotoiki. There is a shot of her standing in pretty blue wrap top with two caucasion gents in the background. Love that pic!
I'll have to take a picture and post it.

 

[WhipEffectz1]

Hi Whip -

I have cornrows. It's actually the same style that Kinikakes has in her fotoiki. There is a shot of her standing in pretty blue wrap top with two caucasion gents in the background. Love that pic!
I'll have to take a picture and post it.

Hello dear!

Well, when I wear my hair in cornrows, I make sure that I keep them OILED and MOISTURIZED!!!!!!!!! I also wash them about once a week and pay close attention to my temple and nape areas. I find that when I wear protective styles, I am able to pay more attention to oiling, moisturizing and taking my vitamins. Happy Hair Growing!!!!

 

[He_Leads_I_follow]

Thank you so much for responding! I can wash my hair?! I thought you could only clean the scalp with Witch Hazel? How do I wash without ruining the braids? Thanks for your help

 

[sareca]

I wash, deep condition, and do hot oil treatment in braids.

There's my regimen. It's based on Robin's C&G method.

 

[tkj25]

take the time while your hair is protected in braids to really pamper your hair. for me moisture is key, not oil. oil provides lubrication, and is a good sealant for hair strands, but it doesn't provide hydration -- water.

i spray my hair daily while in braids. i use a homemade moisture spray (distilled water, vegetable glycerin, msm, flax seed gel) or wave nouveau finishing mist. you can also use any braid spray, sta-soft-fro, or any "old school" activator spray (care free gold).

i no-poo my braids weekly just like i would my regular hair (i have individual box yarn braids). if you're worried about disturbing your cornrows, you can try covering your head with a stocking cap, and then proceed as usual, making sure to gently wash your braids/scalp with the paddles of your fingers.

also tying your cornrows up at night will help them stay "fresh" longer.

hth

 

[He_Leads_I_follow]

Thanks for the tips! I'll give it try and see how I do

 

[baby42]

I wash, deep condition, and do hot oil treatment in braids.

There's my regimen. It's based on Robin's C&G method.

i all so dc and i use my bt and mois and bag every night

 

[sareca]

i all so dc and i use my bt and mois and bag every night

The way I see it, anything your hair needed before you braided it you'll need after it's braided.

 

[SSBD]

can u make ur hair thicker while in braids...