How long do I keep in a sew-in?

Advice Needed

I got my first sew-in last Saturday (paid $220, wash, blow dry and braid down included) and I’m already ready to take it out! For context, I am extremely tender headed and my scalp is super sensitive, I avoid tension as much as I can (even had to give up braids). I decided to try a sew in with closure to keep my hair protected, but DAMN the tension is killing me! I even went back to the stylist to loosen the threading, she told me to wait a few days to feel the cornrows loosen up. Regardless of how much I spent, I have no patience when it comes to having a tender scalp lol.

How long should I wait before taking this down? I’m thinking 2 weeks MAX

Posted Dec 10, 2025, 3:02 AM UTC

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