While you can easily achieve a French braid on fresh, clean hair, or few-days-old hair, it can be helpful to start your prep when you wash and dry. Russell says that creating the right texture is ...

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The recommended duration for keeping braids in African hair is generally four to six weeks but knotless braids can last up to eight weeks. However, knowing the optimal duration to keep braids in and ...