Step 3: Condition
When you're done with cleansing and towel drying, it's time to moisturize your braids. A traditional conditioner isn't necessary in this case. “Braids can help hair hold onto moisture," says Dr. Indigo. “By grouping strands together, braids reduce the amount of hair exposed to air, which slows water loss.” So, your actual strands don't need to be moisturized as much as your just-cleansed roots and scalp. A leave-in conditioner is sufficient to moisturize your scalp and roots without the added friction from massaging in and rinsing out a conditioner.
