Taking Out My 2 Month Old Box Braids | My Hair Grew! + Removing Build up

[@yoli8587]

I never thought of using grease to remove product buildup after removing braids. I’ve been using Apple Cider Vinegar mixed with water to remove the buildup. Yes it smells but it only smell while your using it and it doesn’t linger long. You have beautiful natural hair. Thanks for the tip.

[@glowingkoko]

Thanks! I will try the apple cider vinegar mix next time!

[@emmanuella37]

How do u use the acv rinse please

[@yoli8587]

@@emmanuella37 I use a spray bottle filled with 1 part ACV & 3 parts water. Spray directly on the knot or product buildup after you remove each braid. It aides in the detangling/removal process. I hope this makes sense.

[@emmanuella37]

@@yoli8587 yes. Thank youu

[@yoli8587]

@@emmanuella37 you’re welcome

[@klyannguerra3418]

I'm also using braids as my protective style I'm in my 4th week, I going to 12weeks. Keep up the good work your hair looks healthy.

[@glowingkoko]

Thank you!

[@kaifran1973]

I’ve been big on using the tail end of the comb to unloose your twists and braids, especially when i have acrylic nails on.

[@glowingkoko]

That's a great idea, will try next time!

[@faithshongwe4561]

You have nice natural hair your hair is pretty

[@glowingkoko]

@@faithshongwe4561 Thank you! 🤎

[@sharoncarty5096]

When removing the protective style ,It seems you must be patient. I always loose hair when taking down braids. Thanks for all you do.

[@glowingkoko]

Yes, you always have to take your time when removing a protective style. Thanks for watching! 🤎

[@shanellbrooks3261]

i love taking down my braids i be leaving my hair for 3 months sometimes because i tie it up but i take them out like when they are 3 months and my hair is growing i tell you. one thing i love being black and having 4c hair that it will shrink but when blow dried it thick and long

[@sagittariusque8932]

Same, so many ways we can wear our hair and braids last longer

[@Kalyn_]

Omg I never thought to use grease to remove build up! Imma try that when I take out my braids

[@glowingkoko]

Yess, you should give it a try! Thanks so much for watching! ❤️

[@thewalkingmic5]

Same here

[@154angel154]

Currently using your method of braid removal as I redo my medium-size yarn braids one by one.

[@susanx6782]

I’m learning how to take my braids out from you cause girl my hair be sufferinggg when I have build up I just comb as hard as I can with the rat tail comb and sometimes by hair would just snap with the build up or I would just cut my hair too short. I’m going to be really careful after I take out this about to be 3 month old braids

[@KatieJonesJones]

I love box braids because it encourages hair it has grown my relaxed hair so healthy and long with the peppermint oil along taken iron supplements and vitamin d that’s what what got my relaxed hair to grow longer my hair likes to be left alone with my box braid I don’t use heat to often

[@agirlhasnoname6306]

Looks like you could of left them in longer. The braids looked good.

[@KatieJonesJones]

Your so supposed to keep them for 2 months not three months they good thing you can’ get them redone after washing your hair

[@kayvee9246]

I have my braids for two months and I can't to take them out , this make me wanna keep my gain in for more than 2 months bc they are so nice but as you said this got to go so Ima take them out soon , ty keep up the good work

[@glowingkoko]

I would've kept them in longer but I like to switch up my hairstyles too much! lol

[@kaifran1973]

yourrrrreeee so pretty lol 💕💕🥰

[@glowingkoko]

Omg! thank you! ❤

[@KatieJonesJones]

Girl your so beautiful to

[@carsade]

currently in my 5th week of braids but i took out the front row and corn rowed it as thats the weakest part of my hair that gets the most manipulation and product build up..so if i leave braids in any longer ill end up hairless at the front but will try abd keep the rest in as long as i can

[@kristinmccoss3604]

I do my braids all the way to my knees and I’m 5’5

[@dawnbrunson9]

‼️🤩👍YOU ARE SOOOO RIGHT @glowingkoko‼️THAT’S HOW I GREW MY LOCS😃LEFT THEM ALONE‼️LOCS BEEN SHAVED NOW I’M ROCKING MICROS DONE BY ME😁‼️ MINE ARE SO SMALL THAT I JUST REDO THE ONES THAT NEED WHEN NEEDED and I WASH MY HAIR WHEN NEEDED IN THE SHOWER😁I LOVE RUNNING MY HANDS THRU MY HAIR😊

[@princesspearl82]

Are these traditional box braids

[@itsdevineetimee]

I’ve had my box braids in for a month and a half and this is my first time getting them and I notice some are raised/loose. Is it time to take them out?

[@maliyajohn9666]

Do you wash your hair while on protective style? How do you take care of them

[@lovehate5611]

Just responding since no 1 responded yet. But I usually wash my hair after braids been in for a mnth or when u can smell the oils in ur hair. I wrk 2 jobs so i will usually wash when my head sweats with mild shampoo(no deep cleaning shampoos). I dnt condition unless i do a co wash. I try not to mess with my hair as often especially when the braids are getting old. Mines will stay in as long as they can. To hide new growth/old braids I brought the soft yarn hats from a hair store to wear.

[@KatieJonesJones]

Your not supposed to wash your box braids you keep them for 2 months take them out detangle your hair with your fingers use a rat tail tooth comb while taken out your to months box braids use a oil then after removing the sheed her then shampoo then deep conditioning

[@veronicalyn9439]

How many hours total did it take you to take out all of the braids (not including breaks or treatment/wash etc after)?

[@glowingkoko]

Probably about 3 hours

[@veronicalyn9439]

@@glowingkoko Thanks for responding. I took out my granddaughter's (2months in) braids. There was something like glue (other than build up) where the extension began it's braid-in. (Her hair was done by a professional). It was my 1st time taking this out & felt like foreverrrr to get it done. My arms were hurting. The blue magic definitely does help. I guess with practice it goes faster. Took 2 days with breaks for us.

[@glowingkoko]

@@veronicalyn9439 I’ve heard some scary stories of braiders using glue on peoples hair (not saying that it’s glue in her hair) but just be careful. It should not be hard to remove build up but I’m glad you were able to remove it. 🫶🏽

[@mrsbell100]

Yes mam I do my own as well, safer n healthier

[@sandyware5043]

You have beautiful hair!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@glowingkoko]

Thank you! ❤️❤️🥰

[@KatieJonesJones]

Your so beautiful girl and I love your natural hair ❤😊

[@itsantisocial]

Your hair is beautiful ❤️

[@ShonteTodd]

Great video ❤.

[@glowingkoko]

Thank you!

[@ewashingtonharris]

What type of grease

[@glowingkoko]

@@ewashingtonharris I always use the blue magic brand grease

[@leahs.4363]

i left mine in for 2 months and all i got was breakage ☹️

[@glowingkoko]

I’m sorry to hear that. A lot of things can cause breakage like: having tight braids, not maintaining and moisturizing your hair, or even not wrapping your hair up at night time. But the most important part is how you remove your braids. These are just some recommendations. Hope this helps! 💗

[@leahs.4363]

@@glowingkoko oh gurl im not blaming you im just sayinggg but thanks 😭

[@KatieJonesJones]

@@leahs.4363 trim your hair when you have had your protective hair style for 2 month on freshly washed hair and it will grow healthy and long

[@jazzy579]

Should I wash my hair after taking out of braids?

[@glowingkoko]

Yes, if you’ve had them in for a long time.

[@nafisatsuleiman4628]

Why didn’t you show your shedded hair

[@glowingkoko]

I forgot, sorry. I'll make sure next time! 😊

[@KatieJonesJones]

She’s doesn’t have to show her shedded hair if she doesn’t want to

[@jeanettecarrington476]

How long did it take you to take the braids out?

[@glowingkoko]

It took about 4 hours.

[@efyarhborngreat438]

New subscriber 🥰.u so beautiful sis

[@glowingkoko]

Awwww thank u 💗

[@zoew_]

just did this the other day!

[@glowingkoko]

Thank you for watching and trying it out! ❤

[@latandrabanks6221]

Apple cider vinegar and water works like magic to dissolve the buildup

[@valeriesignaturesalon]

peace, HEBREWS 11:1 now faith is the SUBSTANCE OF THINGS HOPED FOR,THE EVIDENCE OF THINGS NOT SEEN. 11:3 THROUGH FAITH WE UNDERSTAND THAT THE WORLDS WERE FRAMED BY THE WORD OF God, SO THAT THINGS WHICH ARE SEEN WERE NOT MADE OF THINGS WHICH DO APPEAR.

[@sangriafire]

Great takedown now a good trim

[@rubyyaq4033]

I am making my hair

[@diorsmom729]

Do you wear wigs ?

[@glowingkoko]

No but I would love to start wearing them!

[@diorsmom729]

@@glowingkoko so mostly braids helped grow your hair v

[@glowingkoko]

@@diorsmom729 Yes, braids are my go-to protective hairstyle and have really contributed to my hair growth!

[@demidinham9001]

@@glowingkoko Do you get breakage when you pull down the braids?

[@glowingkoko]

@@demidinham9001 I don't think I experienced any breakage, just mostly shedded hair when I took down the braids.

[@agirlhasnoname6306]

I'm not sure why ppl insist on putting on a bunch of product like jam gel prior to braiding. Def not necessary and will only result in the annoying build up.

[@glowingkoko]

It just depends on how good your hair lays down without gel. I use a lot of gel bc my hair doesn’t lay down without product, my hair would be too frizzy after doing the braids.

[@agirlhasnoname6306]

@@glowingkoko Your real hair should be wrapped up under the weave though. And most ppl I see braiding put the jam all the way at the base. Unless the person 's hair is super short or broken off, it makes no sense to put the jam down there. I think most ppl are just doing it out of blind habit.

[@glowingkoko]

@@agirlhasnoname6306 I’m a decent braider but not a professional lol. So the gel just helps to keep everything tucked and look neater. Everyone’s hair is different and there are different techniques when it comes to braids. I’m just sharing how I do my hair but I understand your points as well. ❤️😊

[@daniella8400]

It helps keep them neat and fresh longer

[@sabrinaalston1243]

@@glowingkoko Sis I took down my 3 month old box braids and I used Apple Cider Vibegar Extra Virgin Olive oil it worked some but I noticed from the product build up I still have to go in this time with just grease this is a task and want to be easy and simple like combing through with ease this take down process can take days any other short cut because I'm striving for long hair too. New subscriber.❤

[@monie948]

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