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Is it normal for hair to shed after removing braids?

I took my braids out and noticed a lot of hair coming out. It kind of freaked me out. Is shedding like that normal after having a protective style in for a while? Is there anything I can do to reduce it?

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  • Nia Abebe
    15 July 2025

    Yes, shedding is definitely normal and completely expected. Hair naturally sheds daily, and when in a protective style, all that hair is retained until takedown.