Benefits of Braids

Starting with a healthy head of hair, braids are beneficial in many factors. Once you have taken the proper steps in maintaining your hair and learning healthy haircare routines, most women take further actions with braiding their hair for added protection. whether its for a wig installment or and fashionable braided style.

Braiding benefits: Protecting hair from damaging environmental factors, breakage from heating tools, promoting hair growth by minimizing manipulation by reducing friction and tension on the hair shafts, preventing tangles, retaining moisture and providing versatility with various styling options. Its considered low maintenance, stimulates the scalp promoting healthy blood circulation and hair follicles. Braids also helps with frizz due to your hair being tucked and secure it lowers the amount of split ends and eliminate brittleness.

Its very important to understand that improperly installing braids can cause damage if the braids are too tight, be sure that they are secure but loose and comfortable. Keeping up with shampoos, scalp massages and moisturizing the hair as needed to carryon with healthy hair promotion. Wrapping your braids at night with a silk or satin scarf or bonnet will also help with the longevity of your style and keep your hair on a timeline. Don’t leave your braids in no more than 6-8 weeks maximum. Always consult with a professional to help choose the best braided style that best suits your hair type and texture!