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How to Prepare Your Hair for Braids

January 5, 2011 by ds_365 Leave a Comment

Hair braiding is a tradition that dates back to approximately 500 B.C. From simple plaits to intricate, cornrow patterns, braiding has not lost its edge. Once in place, braids will last up to six weeks with little maintenance. While careful attention to sleep habits and cleansing is a must when wearing braids, it is a small price to pay for no-fuss styling in the morning. If you are considering braids, preparing your hair before you head to the salon will save you time and money.

Step 1

Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo to remove styling product residues. Rinse. Follow-up with a moisturizing shampoo, and then rinse and dry your hair.

Step 2

Prepare a hot oil conditioning treatment for your hair according to the manufacturer’s directions on the packaging label. Apply the hot oil conditioner to your hair as directed, then rinse and dry your hair again.

Step 3

Comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb. Run a fine-toothed comb through your hair after combing with the wide-toothed comb. Combing will help smooth your hair and remove tangles that can interfere with the braiding procedure.

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About ds_365

Eleanor Jewell started freelancing in 2007, writing for eHow, LIVESTRONG.COM and Trails. Lifestyle changes have led Jewell down a new path, quite different from her background as a licensed cosmetologist and certified skin-care specialist. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in education and a teacher certification from East Stroudsburg University.

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