So I'm about ready to get my hair relaxed and I brought the idea up to my mom about getting braids. She kind of brushed it off and said I'd just have to come home every other weekend to get my hair touched up. I don't know about you, but I don't really want to do that. Especially not in my first year of college. So should I get my hair braided now even though there's new growth or get it relaxed then get it braided? And how do you exactly take care of braids?
Braids are DEF the way top go. I don’t suggest you get a relaxer.
To take care of them, I always say Oil your scalp daily and wrap your hair every night. When your edges/new growth start to grow in brush them up each morning. Also use hairspray. I recommend olive oil. Another tip is to use a silk scarf/head wrap. Cotton bandannas adsorb the moisture and dry out your hair. Also wear a shower cap in the shower.
