How Often Should You Touch up Box Braids?
First of All You Must Periodically Retouch Your Braids Around the Perimeter to Keep Them Looking Fresh and to Keep Your Edges from Breaking, Especially for...
First of all you must periodically retouch your braids around the perimeter to keep them looking fresh and to keep your edges from breaking, especially for longer , thicker braids which are usually heavier. Every 2-3 weeks should be sufficient enough and remember not to braid too tight.
When should you get your braids touched up?
How to prepare for touch up appointments:
- A touch up is recommend within 4-6 weeks after your original braid appointment. ...
- A standard touch up is 2-3 rows all the way around. ...
- Touch ups start at $55 and up. ...
- We do not take down your braids for you. ...
- Please make sure your hair is combed.
How often should you get your box braids redone?
“Braids can last a maximum of 10 weeks if the hairline and nape are redone at the six-week mark,” Hill explains. “If the hairline and neck are not re-done at the six-week mark, eight weeks is the maximum amount of time you can keep your hair in a braided style.”