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How do I know what amount of hair to seperate in order to braid a certain size braid. (Ex. large, medium, or small)?
It all comes with practice. The more you do it, the better you will figure it out.- How do I keep the hair close to the scalp once I start to braid?
Have you tried starting the braid off with a cornrow? Cornrow down at least once, but no more than twice. This will ensure that the braid stays put.
- How do I keep my braids from coming loose?
I like to use a bit of “Pump It Up” spritz. It’s very sticky, but holds pretty tight.
- How do I keep my braids clean after I put them in?
You will need to wash your hair like you normally would. You can either use a dry shampoo or you can use a clarifying shampoo.
- How do I keep my braids clean after I put them in?
You will need to wash your hair like you normally would. You can either use a dry shampoo or you can use a clarifying shampoo.
- How do I get the braid close to the scalp?
Try starting the braid off with a cornrow. Do not cornrow down more than once, but cornrow down at least twice. This will ensure that the braid stays put.
- How can you wash micro-braids and get all the dirt out?
It is difficult to get all of the dirt out of the braid but, it is possible. You should be using a clarifying shampoo. This will rid the hair of all unnecessary dirts and oils. Once you've washed your hair you will need to moisturize your scalp with a creme based moisturizer. You will also n ...
- For Yarn braiding and twisting, is there any special yarn I should use? Or can I just use regular yarn you can get at a craft store?
Yes, you can use regular yarn that you would get at a craft store.
- Do you need to have your hair relaxed in order to get Micro Braids?
Your hair does not need to be relaxed in order to have Micro Braids. In fact, I recommend waiting at least 2 weeks after your hair has been relaxed before you get it braided again.
- Do I use the same method with Two-Strand Twists that is used with Kinky Twists?
Yes, the techniques are exactly the same the hair is different. Kinky Twists are done with a kinky textured hair and Senegalese twists are done with regular synthetic hair.
