Why box braids are bad for straight hair?

When you have fine/straight locks, a bunch of closely packed braids are a bad idea, because it’ll make the hair more prone to snapping off or breaking, which is exactly what happened to this young woman.

How do I convince my parents to let me keep my hair?

Tips

1. Keep your hair well groomed while growing it out. It will help your parents realize that the style isn’t as bad as they think and show it won’t cause hygiene issues.
2. Use your manners when asking.
3. If your parents continue to say no to the idea, you’ll just have to give up.
4. Have a hairstyle in mind.

Are box braids damaging?

Knotless box braids have truly changed the game for this protective style. It’s no secret that standard box braids can cause tension on the scalp due to the immediate addition of hair extensions. This grasping and tugging on your natural hair can easily snatch your edges and even lead to traction alopecia.

How do you tell your parents you want to cut your hair short?

Respond to your parent’s concerns about the haircut.

1. You should be willing to listen to your parents concerns and then respond to them politely.
2. You may also tell your parents that you are old enough to get a haircut that you want and that they are going to have to trust your judgement on your appearance eventually.

How long should braids hurt?

Take a painkiller. Tight box braids do loosen up over time. Usually, it can take 1 to 2 days before you find relief with tightly braided styles. If you want to wait it out, you can opt for taking a painkiller until you can tolerate the tension on your hair.

Do braids cause hair loss?

Yes, tight braiding and weaves—even tight buns and ponytails—when worn over long periods of time can cause irreversible hair loss, called traction alopecia (baldness). It will not damage your hair to wear tight braids, weaves, or hair extensions for a special occasion.

Do braids make your hair grow faster?

Braiding your hair can help to make it grow faster by providing it with a more stable structure. Additionally, by keeping your stands in check, a braid will help to reduce the number of times your hair will require brushing and detangling, which is a frequent cause of breakage and hair loss.

How do I choose the Best Hair for box braids?

Shorter, thinner box braids may require fewer packs of hair. Look for synthetic hair that is smooth and soft at your local beauty supply store or online. When in doubt, get more hair than you think you might need. You can then use any leftover hair for another style later or return it, if the retailer allows returns.

How long should you leave box braids in for?

Take the braids out within 2 months to prevent hair damage. Box braids usually last for 6-8 weeks, but even if they still look great past that point, take them out so your hair stays healthy. Keeping your hair braided for too long can cause it to break away from the scalp, leading to long-term damage to your hairline and your scalp.

How do you keep a braid in place with synthetic hair?

Secure the end of the braid with a hair elastic, if needed. If the synthetic hair is thick, you may not need a hair elastic to secure the end of the braid, as it may stay in place on its own. If the hair is thin or fine, use a non-snag elastic to keep the braid in place.

How many strands of Hair do you need for a braid?

You should have 3 strands of hair, 2 strands on the outside and 1 strand in the middle. Your natural hair should fall underneath the synthetic hair in the middle section. Braid your natural hair in with the synthetic hair. Hold tight to the middle section and reach underneath to 1 of the outside sections.