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2. Oil your scalp. To help keep your scalp moisturized and soothed while you've got these braids in, drip a few drops of your favorite scalp oil and massage in every night. It'll provide relaxing ...

I couldn't tell you what I was doing during recess when all my girlfriends were busy braiding each other's hair, but I totally regret it now because I am completely plait-handicapped. And just like ...