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What is a Chrochet Braid?
Crochet braids, also known as latch hook braids, are techniques for braiding hair that involve crocheting synthetic hair extensions to a person’s natural hair with a latch hook or crochet hook.
While crochet braids are a hybrid of traditional braids, they’re considered to be more similar to weaves
Where Can I Buy Chrochet Braids In South Africa?
Jojo Divine Hair Piece
Address: 74 Rahima Moosa St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5:30 pm
Phone: +27 74 961 3578
HAIR BY SISI
Address: Eastgate Business Park Unit 15 Cnr Marlboro Drive &, South Rd, Marlboro, Sandton, 2063, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 pm
Phone: +27 60 717 0407
SarahsTouch Salon
Address: Wellness Centre, 400, Lone Hill, Johannesburg, 2031, South Africa
Areas served: Sandton and nearby areas
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 10 pm
Phone: +27 71 872 6504
Nashe Hair Studio
Address: 22 5th Ave, Edenvale, 1609, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 63 083 5157
How many packs of crochet braids?
This usually depends on what style or length you are going for. Typically you will need an average of 3-6 packs of hair to achieve your desired crochet braids.
Are crochet braids expensive?
One of the reasons crochet hairstyles are so affordable is they use synthetic hair. Synthetic hair costs much less per pack than human hair and typically lasts longer in crocheted hairstyles. Some packs of synthetic hair can cost as little as a few dollars a pack.
How long can crochet braids last?
between 4 to 8 weeks
Crochet braid hairstyles last between 4 to 8 weeks or longer depending on the intricacies of your braid pattern, quality of hair installed, and your maintenance routine. Since crochet braids are a long term protective style, be mindful that your natural hair needs care as well.
Are crochet braids faster?
Crochet braids have gained popularity because the installation process is often much faster than that of traditional braids, twists, and sew-in weaves.