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Reena Kumari Reena Kumari Asked 4 months ago

Do braids cause hair loss?

My hair stylist told me that tight braids can actually cause hair loss over time. I love getting braids done, but now I'm worried. Do braids cause hair loss, especially if they are very tight or kept for long periods?

Topic hair care
Tags #braids#hair#loss
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Shreya Pillai Shreya Pillai Joined May 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, tight braids absolutely can. I ignored the pulling pain and ended up with traction alopecia, which took a year of dermatological treatment to fix. Please see a doctor if your scalp starts showing bald patches.

Amina Khatun Amina Khatun Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

I really want to try braids but I am too scared of losing my hair. Is there a safe way to tie them loosely so they don't cause any damage?

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Consult a dermatologist

Neha Joshi Neha Joshi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

They only cause hair loss if you pull them too tight at the roots. I wear braids all the time, but I always tell my stylist to keep the hairline area relaxed. Comfort should always come first.

Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I got so scared when I saw lots of hair fall after untying my braids. But my sister explained it was just the daily shed hair that was trapped inside the braids for days. It is totally normal, don't worry.

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Ananya Kulkarni Ananya Kulkarni Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Actually, it's called traction alopecia, yaar. When you pull the hair too tight constantly, the follicles get damaged. Just keep them loose and give your scalp a break every few weeks.

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