Greetings, iam Donald Spaulding, Asalam walekum.
Hey there! It’s no secret that braids can be a great way to switch up your look, but did you know they can also cause damage to afro hair? Yup, it’s true. While braids are a great protective style, if not done correctly or left in for too long, they can lead to breakage and split ends. So before you braid up your hair, let’s take a look at how to keep your locks healthy and strong.
Do Braids Damage Afro Hair? [Solved]
Ah man, African Americans have to be so careful with their hair. Braids, weaves, cornrows and dreads can all cause traction alopecia if not taken care of properly - which can lead to permanent hair loss. Yikes! So it’s important to make sure you’re taking the right steps to keep your locks healthy.
Over-Manipulation: Braiding hair too tightly or frequently can cause breakage and damage to the hair shaft.
Lack of Moisture: Afro hair is naturally dry, so braiding it without proper moisturizing can lead to dryness and breakage.
Too Much Heat: Using hot tools such as curling irons or flat irons on braided hair can cause heat damage, leading to split ends and breakage.
Poorly Constructed Braids: If the braids are not constructed properly, they can pull on the scalp and cause traction alopecia (hair loss).
Chemical Treatments: Applying chemical treatments such as relaxers or dyes to already-braided hair can weaken the strands and lead to breakage over time.
Braids can be a great way to style afro hair, but they can also cause damage if not done properly. If you’re braiding your own hair, make sure you don’t pull too tight and use a moisturizing product to keep your scalp and strands healthy. Also, don’t leave the braids in for too long - after about two weeks it’s time to take them out and give your hair a break!
