Planning to get locs? There are several things to know before you book your appointment. If this is your first time, this post is especially for you. Read, think, and start!
For some, locs are a carfree world and a low-maintenance thing; sorry for the spoiler, folks; the reality is far from that. Beautiful locs take time, dedication, and dollars, but that’s all worth it. After all, some well-known Hollywood women have got it; Lisa Bonet, DuVernay, Toni Morrison, and Lena Waithe, and of course, they make a meaningful statement. Director DuVernay says in an interview wearing locs demonstrates a “Journey of becoming more myself.”
Well, wearing locs is completely a different experience, apparently varying from person to person. Are you ready for this all-new experience? You will probably have lots of high hopes from locs before you start your journey. That’s great! We are sharing some curial things to expect from locs before you install your starter locs. Take a look…
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1. New locs take time to develop
Locs are beautiful when done, but did you know they take time to grow depending on the method you choose to start getting your locs? It’s a great idea to take monthly progress pictures to see the considerable growth, and the length takes time, so you will need patience.
2. Your hair looks shorter than expected
Yes, true! Depending on your chosen method, your hair may shrink to what you have never expected. There are two important factors that affect the length of your locs. These are the section size and texture of your hair. Very curly and more hair in sections lose a lot of length than straight hair and less hair in one section.
3. You will be asked to use a few products, especially at the beginning
In the beginning, informally called the ‘Baby Loc’ phase, your locs may not look like locs. It will just seem like your hair gets tangled. You may need to use various products to help grow your hair, but here you actually need to have patience and think about your hair’s health. Your loctician will recommend you use fewer products. The fewer products you use, the healthier your hair will be.
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4. You can wash your hair
A million-dollar question: can you wash our hair after wearing locs? Depending on the method used when starting your locs, washing your hair will help the locs form and mature. Therefore it is important to start your locs in a way that is subtable to your personal hygiene needs. Shampooing your starter locs at least every 3 weeks is recommended for most. One thing that you need to keep in mind is that you will need locs-specific products. They will help you with proper cleansing and moisture retention. It’s recommended that you wash your hair with clarifying shampoo and follow it with moisturizing shampoo. Clarifying shampoo is important because it removes dust and debris from locs. Following the procedure meticulously is necessary for hair health; otherwise, it may result in breakage.
5. Locs may break
As mentioned above, locs can break. Just as with anything else, you need to give them the right care and attention if you are looking for healthy results. Otherwise, you will also become a victim of breaking locs. Here is what you need to do.
- Wash them properly, following with dedicated products
- Do not keep your hair wet for a long time after washing. Invest in a hair dryer
- Use a silk or satin scarf or head wrap to cover your locs while sleeping
- Visit your loctician for more health tips and do not avoid routine maintenance if they suggest
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6. Your locs can get tangled
One of the common mistakes that people make when they start their journey with locs is they think they need to redo them. No, my dear friends, you need routine maintenance to keep your locs healthy and beautiful. The longer you leave your locs without maintenance, the more chance your hair has of matting at the roots. To avoid this, schedule a monthly appointment with your hair specialist. But try not to do it on your own.
7. It is a life-changing experience
Wearing the locs for the first time is something phenomenal. The feeling is difficult to express in words. You become independent & confident, and of course, they add up your beauty.
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