How to keep hair clean while in individual braids? And how can I grow hair in braids, (I am African

I know you should get a trim before getting braids, but how should I give myself a trim? And what are other tips to grow Hair while in individual Braids?

How to keep hair clean while in individual braids? And how can I grow hair in braids, (I am African American)?

it's best to get your hair professionally trimmed...your hair will grow like it always does with braids the slight tension that braids create causes stimulation so it may grow a lil faster...depending on how long you plan to keep them in, you will have to redo the braids at the edges because the hair grows faster there to keep them looking neat...you should wash the hair, but make sure you rinse the shampoo out well...use a mousse to keep the braids up...make sure you keep your scalp oil

How to keep hair clean while in individual braids? And how can I grow hair in braids, (I am African American)?

i dont think you can have your hair grow magically into braids....

How to keep hair clean while in individual braids? And how can I grow hair in braids, (I am African American)?

do u get relaxers? if so get a relaxer first then get a trim. honestly, you should get a stylist to trim your hair so it will be an even trim. when you're letting ur hair grow out with braids, u basically dont have to style it too much. redo the braids every two months, so u can wash ur hair during the time in between braids.