Over time, hair follicles endure long-lasting damage from the braiding process, which leads to permanent hair loss in those areas.

Braids for long hair look fabulous because your thick locks allow you to mix and match your favorite braiding style. You can use a simple Dutch braid in so many ways to create romantic, elegant, or out-of-the-ordinary hairdos. So which of the images shown above makes your heart skip a beat?