These tips will allow you to increase the longevity of your braids whist maintaining your natural hair.

Washing your braids

When washing your braids, be gentle to avoid frizz and tangling. Use a diluted shampoo and rinse thoroughly to remove product buildup

Moisturising regularly

Spritz your scalp and braids with a leave-in conditioner prevent dryness. You can also use oils such jojoba, castor or argan oil to keep your scalp moisturised.

Avoiding tight styling

Though braids are protective styles, tight styling constantly can lead to thinning of your hairline and breakage. It important to minimise how often you get harsh styles as it can damage your hair longterm.

Don’t keep your braids in for too long

While braids are long-lasting, leaving them in for too long (beyond 6-8 weeks) can cause matting and breakage. Leave time after you take out your hair to let your hair breathe before getting it styled again

Wear a bonnet/durag

Wearing a bonnet/durag will prevent lint buildup from pillows and reduce frizz. It will also lock in moisture promoting healthy hair.