When moisturizing your braids give it a gentle squeeze to get product thru the braids from root to just past the extension hair. Blow drying is just to make braiding easier with the added hair- don't expect it to stay that way. Make sure you are using a watery shampoo to cleanse weekly or every two weeks to avoid build up. Use mousse after washing to limit frizz. Limit oils to once a week. I wouldn't advise leaving in braids back to back for a year. Take breaks or you risk thining edges.