Although there are many methods for starting the locking process, there are essentially about three ways to tighten or re-twist your maturing locs: finger latching, latching with a tool, and palm rolling. Each method has its advantages, disadvantages, and special steps, so it takes a knowledgeable loc-wearer to know which one is best for them. Luckily for you, we have all the information you need right here!
Palm Rolling
Basically the same technique used to start many locs, including those once sported by Lil’ Jon, Lauryn Hill, and India.Arie, palm rolling is just twisting the hair together between the palms…
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Well, we’ve almost reached the end of our series on locs. You’ve discovered the truth about this much-maligned style, checked out different ways to design your locs, and gotten some tips on how to start them. Now, though, we come to the most important aspect of rocking locs: maintenance. After all, it’s the day-to-day care and work you put into your tresses that helps you look your best, no matter what hairstyle you wear. So here are some essential tips for keeping your locs groomed to perfection, the Perfect Locks way.
First, always tighten or re-twist your locs when they…
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Beautiful loced hair is the result of lots of patience, careful maintenance, and a solid plan – a plan that gets formed before you ever twist or braid a strand of your hair. Not every loc style will work for every person, and there are definitely many factors you need to consider, along with steps you need to take to start your locks off on the good foot.
For starters, before you begin your loc journey, consider:
Your lifestyle. Do you work a corporate job that requires a certain level of precision and polish to your look? Free-form locs probably…
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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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So you want to grow locs. Maybe you’ve already made the Big Chop, or maybe you’re considering it. Maybe you’ve seen a woman rocking some really great twists, coils, or braids, and you’re ready to make the jump, too – but you don’t quite know where to start.
Well, rest easy. That’s why we’re here! This article, the beginning of a four-part series, will help you think through and carry out the whole process of locing your hair, from the very first things you should consider through routine maintenance. It’s everything you need to know about locs, starting with a…
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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:
The joys of sporting the naturally tight curls and coils of natural Black hair are many. Count versatility of styling, relatively low-key maintenance, and being able to scratch your scalp without fear of chemical burns among them! Yet one of the hardest things about dealing with tighter curls or kinks is the act of detangling the hair – of sorting out strands to eliminate tangles, knots, and other problems that will hold back your hairstyle. And this act is truly an art. It demands patience, skill, and attention to detail, along with a little basic know-how.
The most important thing…
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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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With November just around the corner, colder weather is about to hit. For most women, fall and winter can mean lots of great things. Boots, stylish coats, holiday parties, presents, time with family, and cuddling up with a sweetheart in front of a crackling fire – what’s not to love?
Yet winter, with its snow, sleet, and rain, can wreak havoc on your locks. So here are a few fall and winter hair care tips for keeping your mane in tip-top shape throughout the colder months.
Stay moisturized… Especially important for kinky or curly hair types. Winter weather is already…
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Considering going natural, so you can rocks locs like India Arie, an Afro like Jill Scott or one of our 70s sisters from last week, or riotous curls like Tracee Ellis Ross and Rachel True? Before you take the plunge, here are the five most important things you need to know about natural black hair and making the transition from relaxed to natural.
1. You’ll have to cut it. There, we said it. It’s out there, and like ripping off a Band-Aid, it’s best to get this statement confirmed and carried out right away. Although many women dread the thought…
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