Box braids are my favorite protective style. However getting braids installed can be quite pricey and its therefore my goal to get my money's worth and get the most service out of them. A good set of braids can last me between 4 to 8 weeks. Taking down braids in less than a month feels like a scam to me. I therefore have tips for you, my gorgeous reader, to help you get the most out of your braids.Prepping hair for braids.It is very important to ensure that you are getting braids on a clean sc