Caribbean offers sun, sand, plenty of fun and - a new hairstyle. Braided hairstyles are very popular there and many people prefer to don the tiny braids that are an integral part of this hairstyle.
You get plenty of offers of braiding your hair, based on the time of day and area where you are vacationing. Many women who are experts in creative braiding roam the beaches searching for prospective clients and offering their services to people passing by them.
The rate for each braid capped in Nassau is nearly $3. You can take as much or as few braids as you want in varying fashion. The women offering their braiding services are open to negotiating the price to get more orders. This means getting your whole head braided may not depend on getting some single braids done.
After you have decided on the number of braids, you should then focus on the braiding style. The most common styles in the Bahamas consist of various straight micro-braids - woven from roots to ends and cornrows terminating in long braids.
Beads or tiny seashells can be used to decorate braids and cornrows and can be chosen as per your favorite color. The latest styles that have become a rage are cornrows in 2 alternating colors that end at the crown and long, micro-braids that have some beads attached on each one.
But while these braids can look stylish, you should take proper care of them. Follow these tips to handle your braids carefully:
- Apply little sunblock on the scalp to protect against sunburn.
- Do not shampoo the braids directly, but shampoo the scalp and let the suds soak down to the braids.
- To retain the condition of braids for a longer time, apply a light coat of conditioner on each one.
- If you want to remove braids, coat the braids with conditioner and slowly unravel them one at a time. Then take a warm shower and apply normal shampoo and conditioner products to restore the original texture and appearance of hair.