The 5 TO KNOWS before starting dreadlocs

Hey peeps.

I get a lot of questions about locs ..If they are permanent or not or if they can be combed out, and I could sense the fear and uncertainty people have about having locs. They don't know what to expect or wether they will start missing their straight hair or not .

1. The big chop

To really get it right, you have to cut off your chemically processed(permed) hair. Its a difficult and awkward decision but worth it if you want to get healthier locs. However if you have natural hair you can start locs with that length of hair, no need of cutting it off, but be ready for a bit of shrinkage as your hair begins to lock.

2. Your hair won't loc immediately

Locing hair is not the same as braiding or weaving. The results are not instant. It will take from 3 to 6 months depending on the texture of your hair.However,there is a method called instant locing that will take about 5 hours and voila!! you get fully matured locs.

3. Negative energy

There are people who are just enemies of progress. They will tell you how your hair is thin, unattractive or how they miss your straight hair. The only way to overcome this negative energy with thunder and lightening is on my next point.

4. It's your decision!

When I first had locs my bro's reaction was " This hairstyle is for rebels and hard nuts!" lol. But since It was my decision, I was happy with it anyway. Whatever your reason is, may it be spirituality, tired of relaxers or just beauty, you know,that feeling of freedom, wear your locs with pride! After they mature and grow beautifully, your critics will be your number one fans. Trust me on this one!

5. You can do them yourself

You can definitely start your own locs at the comfort of your home. There are various methods to use for instance ,palm rolling, two strand twists, braid twist outs,interlocking,back combing, comb coils, instant locing and freeforming. I will cover each method for you in my next post. Stay tuned!

Thanks for passing by.

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WHY YOU NEED A LOCTICIAN

Many loc heads talk about the freedom to do their own locs and skip the loctician's chair all the same. I use to retwist my own hair and I can vividly remember how my arms got tired from the twisting and turning before I started to semifreeform(where you just let your locs grow with less manipulation ,you just wash and go and maybe retwist once in 6-9 months).But,not all locs can be semifreeformed.Everything has its pros and cons,I semifreeform because I am a Loctician and I can closely monitor the process and because I have thick locs,and also because I don't mind flat locs(happens when you don't retwist).If you have medium or thin locs,semifreeforming is not for you! Here are some reasons to go to a loctician √ Locticians are style Doctors Your loctician is a natural guide to styles you haven't had before. Want a style for different occassions? A lotician will do that for you. √ A good loctician will provide low-risk services A loctician will know what wil

How to remove build up in locs

Because of their nature,locs are more susceptible to build up than loose natural hair. Avoiding heavy products is an important step to avoiding build up.If you just started your locs and you notice some build up ,mix vinegar in a spray bottle,then splitz on hair.Massage into locs then rinse.Repeat during every wash till your locs are build up free. Mature locs will require deep treatment because the hair is loc'ed up tight.The Baking soda and vinegar deep cleansing treatment will get out most of the gunk trapped in the locs. *Take a 1/4 cup of baking soda *2 tsp of lemon juice *1 tsp of sea salt *3/4 cup of ACV(Apple cidar vinegar) Add the ingredients to a bowl,bucket or sink of warm water.Stir well until well mixed.Soak the locs,rub and agitate to remove the oils,dirt and gunk.Make sure all the locs are thoroughly soaked.Then rinse out well with water until clean.This should remove most build up from your locs,repeat after a while till your locs are free from build up.

TO USE WAX OR NOT?

Many of our clients have asked about wax and which is the best method to maintain locs. First of all wax/moulding gel is the most common method of locs maintenance. For the simple reason that it keeps the locs neat and has a better hold. But just like everything else, it has its pros and cons. Using wax in excessive amounts will damage your locs, they will start having build up (the whitish stuff) and it’s really hard to get it out. This is because the moulding gel/wax is very heavy and and it must be dried completely or your locs will appear untidy and you may even start hating them to the point of wanting to cut them off.This moulding gel is good when starting locs for it gives a better hold. If you want to use wax for your retouch, please visit your loctitian, he or she will know the right amount of wax to use in retouching your locs and the right way to dry them. If the wax is not dried properly, it will stick to your locs and form build up. A professional loctician will use a

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