Braids are both a hairstyle and protection. With the right tension, your own hair gets a break from daily styling, heat and friction – and you'll clearly notice the difference after a few months.
What we braid
- Box braids – individual braids with square parts
- Knotless braids – a softer start, less pull at the scalp
- Cornrows – braids that lie close to the head
- Braids as a base – for you if you're getting a sew-in
Tension is everything
A braid should feel secure, never tight. If you feel it stinging, pulling or the skin around your hairline lifting – tell us straight away. We'd rather redo a braid than risk traction damage at the temples, which takes a long time to grow back.
How to make your braids last longer
- Sleep with a silk scarf or silk bonnet
- Moisturise your scalp with a light oil or spray every other day
- Wash your scalp gently – don't skip it
- Take the braids out after 6–8 weeks, not later
Rest between rounds
Leave your hair unbraided for a few days between two rounds. That gives your scalp time to recover, and you can see how your hair is really doing before your next booking.
Will the braids be a base for hair extensions? Read about sew-in in Uppsala.