Now that you know the truth about locs, it’s time to get down to business. What exactly are locs, and how are they made? Here are the six most common methods used to start the style, along with information to help you choose one.
Palm-Rolled Locs
These are probably the most prevalent type of locs out there; you can see them on men, women, and children, including stars like T-Pain, Goapele, and many of Lauryn Hill’s looks. Thin palm-rolled locs are very versatile and can be rolled, twisted, styled in almost any way straight hair can, and are great for…
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Looking for a simple yet elegant hairstyle? Flat twists fit the bill! This super-versatile look can be customized to fit anyone and any occasion: flat twists look great on children, adults, men, and women and can just as easily swoop up into a super-chic updo, back into a riot of curls, or even around the whole head. And the best thing of all is that pretty much anyone can do flat twists themselves – no stylist needed! Here’s how:
Step 1: Preparation
You won’t need too many tools, but before you start creating your flat twists, you should gather:
Remember the old Secret slogan, “Strong enough for a man, but made for a woman”? Well, that applies to more than just deodorant, ladies. As more and more women move into positions of power in the corporate world, government, and other industries, their time gets more and more precious. Gone are the days when you had time to primp in front of the mirror for hours. Today’s power woman is constantly on the go and needs a hairstyle she can manage quickly and easily. Also, as women age, shorter haircuts can “lift” the face and make you look more youthful….
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Showcasing prominent cheekbones with a narrow chin and forehead, the diamond face shape seems made for the camera. Stars like Elizabeth Hurley, Scarlet Johansson, Monica, and Vanessa Hudgens prove this, rocking their delicate yet fox-like features in sexy roles in movies and music videos. The only things to worry about with this face shape? Playing down the point of the chin and shortening the length of the face. How do you do it with hairstyles? Read on!
Bang, Bang
Bangs can really help shorten the look of a diamond-shaped face, especially when cut blunt and straight across. Wispy, side swept…
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The good news is that one of the hottest natural Black hair styles of the past few years is also one of the most versatile, easiest to create and maintain, and healthiest for your hair. The bad news is – wait, there is no bad news! Two-strand twists are wildly popular right now, and rightly so. This beautiful style can be sported whether your hair is natural or relaxed, requires no locing-up period or cutting out, and takes a minimum toll on your own locks, encouraging growth and health. Yet how are they created, and what are the best ways…
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No other face has the natural charm and nostalgia of the heart-shaped face. Like their name implies, heart-shaped faces tend to have a sweet, innocent look and bring to mind the image of an old-time lady from a painting. So what’s the best way to style such a face? Read on…
Fringe Benefits
One of the few drawbacks of having a heart- or inverted-triangle-shaped face is having a fairly wide forehead and narrow, pointy chin. To camouflage or narrow the brow area, go for long, side swept bangs that fall just over the eyes. This will call attention to your…
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So this week’s Timeline Tuesday explored several classic, often-imitated hairstyles. How can these looks get a 2010s edge? Well, just in time for Halloween, as well as fall formals and weddings, here are a few ideas for updating some ancient looks:
The new ‘Fro is nowhere near as structured and picked-to-death as of old. Let your natural ringlets actually have a chance to form and you might be surprised at what they do. Modern natural black hairstyles sport shattered shapes and a variety of textures, partings, and accessories for fierceness to rival or match any West African warrior queen’s. Try…
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Timeline Tuesday has been a continuing series, looking back at hairstyles and trends of the past to draw inspiration for the future. This week’s Timeline Tuesday post will be the last, but don’t forget to check back every weekday for more hair, beauty, and health tips here on PerfectLocks.com/blog!
What woman doesn’t want to be treated like a queen or revered like a goddess. In ancient times, most women did not get to live pampered lives or take the time to luxuriate in their hair- but the queens and goddesses they served often did! Portrayed in sculpture and art as…
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Usually on Thursdays, we give you tips on how to recreate or update styles from the era spotlighted that week’s Timeline Tuesday article. Today, though, we’re going to do something a little different: we’re going to add in some looks from Victorian and earlier times and show you ways to update them for regal wedding looks.
Why? Well, early 20th and late 19th century styles just generally lend themselves to formal occasions and striking portraits. And what is more formal – or calls for more portraits – than a wedding? So here are your top six throwback hairstyles and the…
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Timeline Tuesday is a continuing series, looking back at hairstyles and trends of the past, to draw inspiration for the future. Check in every Tuesday for style ideas that build on retro looks to create new profiles, and get how-to instructions and tips every Thursday.
One hundred years is definitely a long time ago. For many young women today, it is probably hard to imagine a time when electricity was rare, the Internet not even dreamed of, and television still fifty years away. Yet the hair styles of the early twentieth century are not so hard to understand, and many…
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