I’m curious as to why afro type hairstyles like braids are described as protective. These hairstyles seem to risk pulling out a lot of hair around the hairline over time. They also leave more of the scalp exposed to the sun. What are they protecting against, exactly?
Edit: thanks for the explanations, everyone! I always wondered how those with coiled hair could be bothered to sit for hours getting braids or cornrows done, but I guess if the management of the hair daily takes so long too, then it makes sense! 😄
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Basically preventing involuntary dreadlocks. Extremely curly hair becomes dreadlocks naturally and is extremely difficult to undo. That’s why it’s so common for extremely tight curled women to have very short hair and wear wigs too.
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