The debate of washing box braids: Are you pro or anti-shampoo?

How to wash box braids


 

One of the most common I have come across for girls with have just installed their box braid is the question about washing them. After investing enormous amount of time and money on getting them installed, now you have keep them clean. Keeping your box braids clean is a tricky situation for many people new to them because there is really no concrete claim for washing braids with experts divided on both sides. So washing your box braids is subjective topic that will be based on your preference. Read along to find out which side you’re comfortable in:

The anti-shampoo club

how to wash your box braids
Washing your box braid comes with questionable consequences.

 

Washing your hair while they are in braids causes matting that makes the hair fuzzy. Your braids look dull, unpolished and extremely unappealing if you aren’t cautious while washing your hair. The experts of the anti-shampoo club suggest washing hair only if they have been exposed to chlorine and salt water. You are asked to only rinse your hair and let them dry completely.

The pro-shampoo club

How to wash box braids
Take precautions while washing your hair to minimize damage.
 

If you’re into washing your braids every week then the experts in the pro-shampoo corner recommend you to co-wash. Co-washing involves moisturizing your braids without simply washing them letting you skip the conditioning process. Hair care product like the scalp tonic that that refreshes your scalp with amazing constituents extracted from peppermint, tea-tree oil and spearmint. The scalp refresher will save your hair’s shine and luster so your braid doesn’t lose any mojo.

The final word

Box braids is one of the best and stylish way to connect and learn about African culture. This low maintenance approach looking chic and vogue does not require a lot of washing. But if you feel the need to wash your braids every now and then, the fear of losing your braid’s integrity shouldn’t hold you back. Use the least aggravating shampoo and follow up the wash with proper after wash schedules. There is no prescribed law for washing your box braids, so you call the shots!

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