Things you can do include: Take a break from extensions, braiding, cornrowing, over-twisting the edges Take a break from edge gels, hardening products and glues Avoid combing, brushing, styling while “dry” (spray with water or leave-in conditioner and apply oil or butter moisturizer before manipulating) Properly moisturize edges often (spray with water or leave-in conditioner and apply oil or butter moisturizer) Avoid tying scarves tightly on hairline Avoid hairstyles that p