How to Maintain Colored Boho Knotless Braids Ft Ywigs
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Boho knotless braids are one of the most versatile summer styles—but they look their best only if you care for them properly. In this post, I’ll walk you through exactly how I maintain my honey-brown boho knotless braids using Y Wigs human hair. You’ll see my routine, favorite products, and the mistakes to avoid.
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About the Style & Hair Used
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Style: Boho knotless braids with a mix of synthetic hair and Y Wigs human hair.
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Color: Synthetic hair in “#6” plus three bundles of 18-inch Y Wigs human hair in honey brown.
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Placement: Human hair strands are added every 3–4 inches so curls run through the whole braid.
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Installer matters: This style “lives and dies” by your braider’s skill. (Add link to your preferred braiding shop.)
Night Routine: Sleeping & Showering with Braids
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Dual-sleeve bonnet: Split braids into two sections, tuck each side in, and button at the top to keep hair off your back.
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Satin or silk bonnet: Preserves moisture and reduces tangling; can be used alone or over the dual sleeve.
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Showering: Contain the braids inside the bonnet or sleeves to minimize water exposure.
Daily & Weekly Maintenance Routine
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Moisture mist: In a fine-mist bottle, mix warm water with 2–3 tbsp Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Leave-In Conditioner. Spritz 2–3 times a week to hydrate human and natural hair.
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Finger-detangle daily: Avoid brushing entire braids. If necessary, separate and brush only the loose human hair.
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Shine: Use an olive oil conditioning spray with coconut oil.
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Pre-install tip: Dip synthetic hair in apple cider vinegar to remove any residue or chemicals.
Products to Avoid or Use Sparingly
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Mousse and gel: Limit use after installation. Most are alcohol-based and can leave hair stiff or heavy.
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When to use mousse: After a wash to refresh curls—apply lightly.
Washing Your Boho Braids
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When: About every 3 weeks or after swimming, heavy sweating, or exposure to smoke.
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Shampoo/Conditioner: Lightweight formulas such as TRESemmé Keratin Blowout.
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Method: In the shower, let water run downward; finger-detangle while cleansing. Don’t flip hair over the sink or ball it up.
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Drying: Blow-dry to ~60% and air-dry the rest.
Post-Wash Refresh
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Apply a small amount of mousse (like Cantu Shea Butter).
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Add lightweight oil such as BioSilk or Hask Argan Oil.
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For edges, use Kiss Edge Fixer Maximum Hold (Sweet Peach) or your preferred edge control.
Pro Tips & Common Mistakes
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Finger-detangle daily; spritz 3x per week.
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Stick with lightweight products designed for extensions or human hair, not heavy natural-hair creams.
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Avoid reapplying mousse/gel frequently.
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Choose a skilled braider for a long-lasting style.
Conclusion
With the right products, gentle handling, and an excellent braider, colored boho knotless braids can stay beautiful for weeks. Stick to this routine—mist, finger-detangle, and refresh after washes—and your style will last longer and look better.
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Got questions? Drop them in the comments so I can make a Part 2 on wash day.
FAQs
1. What color hair is this?
Honey brown Ywigs have human hair in #4/#30.
2. How often should I moisturize boho braids?
Mist 2–3 times a week; finger-detangle daily.
3. How do I sleep with boho braids?
Use a dual-sleeve bonnet to split braids, then cover with a satin bonnet.
4. Can I use mousse or gel on my boho braids?
Only sparingly after a wash. Avoid heavy, alcohol-based mousses.
5. What’s the best way to wash and dry boho braids?
Use lightweight shampoo, run water downward, and separate human hair before brushing. Blow-dry to 60%, then air-dry.
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