Braids as long term protective style?

in Hair Type 4
Hi
My last relaxer was in 2014 and I think it's finally time for me to cut my hair. I was curious so I cut a section of my hair just to see what it looks like without the damaged ends. It shrinks soooo much and looked super short and I am not ready for that. I was wondering if I wearing braids for like a year (on and off, obviously) would help me retain length quicker after I cut it and get me out of the TWA stage ASAP.
Is there anyone who did this? What was your experience?
My last relaxer was in 2014 and I think it's finally time for me to cut my hair. I was curious so I cut a section of my hair just to see what it looks like without the damaged ends. It shrinks soooo much and looked super short and I am not ready for that. I was wondering if I wearing braids for like a year (on and off, obviously) would help me retain length quicker after I cut it and get me out of the TWA stage ASAP.
Is there anyone who did this? What was your experience?
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Kayla
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