This makes people interested and they see our creativeness. But Brown pointed out that many of the hairstyles can place stress if the hair is not properly maintained. We may have nice styles, but we must keep it up. Depending on the hairstyle desired, upkeep requires different techniques. Braids, which can take one hour or up to an entire day to complete, need moisture for the hair and scalp.
Braids can last up to six months, but varies from person to person.
For washing, a towel is often used strictly on the scalp to prevent disturbing the braids. Most chemically-treated hair only lasts up to two weeks in a particular hairstyle. Natural styles usually require less attention than chemically treated hair and place less stress on the hair. Chemically-treated hair should be washed and deeply conditioned at least every two weeks. For many black women, an average day at the salon can last a whole day.