Yes you shampoo

You would think that I wouldn't have to do a blog post on this matter. But from the years I have been braiding professionally, I have heard it all. And this is the one that angers me the most. When braiders give out incorrect information on how you do not take care of your braids.

that's if they give you any information in the first place……

I have heard you don't wash your hair, I have heard all you do is oil your scalp with coconut oil for weeks. Do you know how smelly your scalp and hair would be if you didn't wash your hair for weeks!?. the amount of yeast and bacteria alone on your scalp right now will multiply 10 fold.

Please note, that depending on the health of your scalp, you only need to shampoo your braids and scalp once a week or once every week and a half. With a moisturising/hydrating shampoo, no conditioner. After two shampoos, wring your braids with a towel to remove as much water as possible. You may need a sensitive scalp scrub if you tend to have dandruff or excessive dry scalp. I give my clients specific info on what to us after.

If you are going into a pool or swimming the beach and want to get your braids wet. Make sure not to get sand in your braids and make sure to wash the chlorine out of your hair. So best to do all these activities before 3pm. So your braids and hair are at least 85% dry by the time you go to bed. Be gentle with your braids, treat them with care and remember that I am always here to give you the best advice. I do give extra tips and hacks to my clients, that isn't in this blog :)