sewn in weave Q’s....
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Topic: sewn in weave Q’s....
Posted By: blondie718
Subject: sewn in weave Q’s....
Date Posted: May 20 2005 at 10:32pm
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Hello all i was thinking about getting in a sewn in weave but i
have a few questions before i get this done , if decide to at all , first i just wanted to know that i know that they braid your hair across , my natural hair is about 5 inches below my shoulders and i was just thinking could a whole braid go all the way to the end or wouldnt there be extra hair (my natural hair) in the braid left out? I also wanted to now what causes the hair breakage (if any) from this? is it the tightness from the braid or the scratching? i asked the lady and she said she does tight braids and wel my hair is fine , so what problems could occur if i get this done? thanks a bunch..... |
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Posted By: Scotchyroo
Date Posted: May 20 2005 at 11:11pm
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I think Sherrie is the best person to address this, but to the best of my knowledge, for a weave, the stylist french braids about 1/4 inch of hair from the sides to the middle back of your hair then joins the braids together and ties them. Next they sew the weft onto the braid. If you have healthy hair and a good stylist this should cause minimal breakage or damage. I think you have to accept a tiny, and I do mean tiny, amount of damage, but nothing a normal person with good hair should notice. I think a sewn in weft is a good way to get started with extensions. It's pretty inexpensive, safe, painless, and best of all quick to install. Just be sure you get good hair. I believe you will notice crappy hair first and foremost. Breakage will happen if the braid is way too tight, or if the weft is improperly placed. This will be avoided with good workmanship, so choose your stylist well, preferably someone who has done it at least 10 times before. I hope others who know more will chime in. Best Wishes. |
Posted By: sherrie215
Date Posted: May 20 2005 at 11:30pm
Actually, my experience is with bonded wefts, but I know there are a few other ladies here that are knowledgeable of sewn in weaves. I dont think Id be much help in answering these questions so Ill let some of the experienced gals chime in on this!
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Posted By: elvira
Date Posted: May 21 2005 at 11:41am
| I used to have this method done years ago. It hurt an awful lot and broke my hair. Plus it didn't feel real smooth, it was kinda bumpy. Only stayed in for a few weeks as my hair is slippery. But at least it didn't have that musty smell from the glue! Give it a wurl...it might be for you! |
Posted By: BirdOfEden
Date Posted: May 21 2005 at 5:27pm
| I had one a long time ago. I didn't like it at all. It was bulky, which in the summertime made it hot! It was itchy and somewhat noticeable. It also broke my hair. It IS really cheap to get done, and I can see why. Why don't you give pinchbraids a try? |
Posted By: blondie718
Date Posted: May 21 2005 at 5:31pm
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oh okay well it seems that it wont be that right for me then , i
was wondering where i can go to get pinchbriads done? im here in New York City , anyone know someplace round here where they do it? thanks |
Posted By: mochachip
Date Posted: May 21 2005 at 5:47pm
| Jenyy uses Issac and Mer uses Kris Topher? I think... anyhow there are tons on options in NYC, check the hairpolice website for affiliates in your area |