The cost of micro braids will vary depending on what salon you choose to get them done, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $500 depending on the state of your hair and the length of your desired final style.

Every good thing must come to an end, including micro braids. If they're worn too often, they can lead to hair damage or traction alopecia. When it's time to take out your micro braids, use an ample amount of oil on your fingers to gently unbraid your hair.

Stylists often recommend that you let your natural hair and scalp relax and breathe before putting another protective style in. If you can allow at least one week between styles, then you'll have time to see the state of your hair. You can tell if you need a trim or a protein treatment and how to best take care of it.

“Braids can worsen or exacerbate existing scalp conditions like psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia,” Dr. Adeline Kikam, Houston-based board-certified dermatologist and founder of Brown Skin Derm, shares.