how long is too long to leave braids in?

Question

is three months too long?

Answer 1

hi :p it depends how u take care or it. Is it human hair or synthetic usually I use synthetic b/c I think they last longer ;p the longest I had it was almost 5 months b/c I wash it well and condition it and wore a silk cap when I went 2 sleep. I also heard some girls who had micros keep it in almost 4 5 months 2 a year but in general just take care of the braids and they will last long :p PeACe

Answer 2

Three months is the perfect amount of time. I used to have braids all thorugh high school and college. I would use the braids foaming shampoo to wash it every couple of weeks and in between that I would use witchhazel (you will find this in the same aisle as rubbing alcohol) on cotton swap to clean my scalps, it prevented oil build up and dandroff.

Answer 3

From my journey i have had them for 4-5 months till the hot boom became particularly seen. be particular to shop them wrapped up at nighttime in a silk headscarf and wash and difficulty them weekly. some braid spray or some type of moisturizer will also help shop it truly is sheen.

Answer 4

It's time to take them down. I was told no longer than two months. That's why there is usually a lot hair breakage when the braids are remove due to matted hair.

Answer 5

ARE THEY NATURAL STARTING TO TWIST OR BECOME DREADLIKE??
If so then get'em out. Everyone is different it has alot to do with the hair type. 3 months is a little to long for me but i try to get the front redone every 4 weeks.
Test a braid if its kinky and knotted with lint or by products you need to take them down.

Answer 6

yes, 3 months is too long

Answer 7

if they still look good during those 3 months then its ok but after 3 they need to come out....

Answer 8

Whenever they start to look crappy or when you feel like you need to wash your scalp

Answer 9

as long as they look OK

Answer 10

when they start to stink