Anybody Have Micro Braids??

[reddawn18]

I am seriously considering braids to relax my hair from the chemicals. I have already shoulder length hair. So should I get human hair or synthetic? does one last longer than other?

I want to have the ends loose so which one would be better. And where I can find out about braid sizes?

As you can see I am novice to the braiding thing outside my own hair.

[mimi921]

i have microbraids too,i just got em 5 days ago.n its starting to itch n noticed a dandruff building up on the roots.the braids look so good but i want it to last especially for the money i paid for it.i tried the sulfur spray for the braids,but the more i spray it..the more it itches!! so i tried sea breeze.n it helps a lil bit just to ease the itchiness.n im noticing that my braids arent as tight enough.i think thats a good thing..but i dont know.i havent washed my hair yet cause i dont want the braids to fall off.do u guys have anymore tips on how to take care of microbraids??? thanks!!!

[RedefinedDiva]

I used the waterless shampoo. It was a foaming, spray-on shampoo. I would spray my scalp and wipe my scalp and braids with a towel. I never washed with regular shampoo and water because I felt that it would be too much. I have heard about folks covering their braids and scalp with a stocking and shampooing that way, but I would be afraid that would become a knotted mess. Keep your scalp moisturized and don't pull them too tight so that you don't break your hair. Be careful with the sides/temples.

[lane]

When I washed my hair when I had micro braids in I never lost a braid. I would put the shampoo on my scalp and massage it around and then jump in the shower and let the shower do the rest. No problem and nothing lost, ever.
The convienence(sp) of the braids can not be beat.

[Gyrl7]

I do my own braids. They do come out when washing, but sometimes the itching may also have to do with the type of hair you purchase (synthetic vs. human). I find that synthetic can make your hair itch as well as it just being from plain lack of moisture. Good luck with the braids all.

[DIVA1177]

I am so glad I saw this thread! I have been contemplating braids for a minute now but I am afraid because I have relaxed hair. I have worn micros before(cornrows once) and I would like to get them again. I found the flaking to be a bit much and I already have a dry scalp. I was to the point that I thought folks who were growing out relaxers got microbraids. If your hair is relaxed, how long do you let your braids stay in? Also, how do you care for them in regard to getting relaxers?

[MokaBeautie21]

I also braid my own mirco...actually just did them 2 days ago. For the itching they have this cream Called "NO More Flakes" by organic root stimulator it works really well. I haven't had a problem with dandruff since i started using it.