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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It’s no secret that exercise is a key ingredient in any beauty routine. The fat-burning, toxin-flushing, blood-circulating routines we follow help keep our bodies toned, our skin tight, and our hair growing. But increased exercise also calls for different details in your hair and skin care regimen. Here are just a few tips to help you get started on your exercise resolutions and routines without sacrificing your already-fabulous look.

Start cleansing your hair and scalp more often, up to three times per week. Your scalp sweats when you exercise, and this salty residue must be washed off regularly, to prevent…
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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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Want to know the secret to having flawless skin, healthy hair and strong nails? It’s not a new product, magic pill or ancient secret.
It’s exercise.
Some people might not be too happy to hear this, but it’s true. There are people who love to exercise, whether its at the gym, outside in a park or at home in front of the tv. However, for some, going to a gym seems worse than Chinese water torture. If you’re one of those people, you’re not alone. There are great ways to exercise without feeling bored or frustrated.
Biking
Dust off that old…
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One of the little known side effects of pregnancy and childbirth might take you by surprise if you’re not prepared. Postpartum alopecia, or hair loss after pregnanc,  is a common condition that affects almost a third of all women who give birth. Women going through pregnancy often marvel at the thick, luscious locks that they enjoy during their nine month odyssey into motherhood. However, they are dismayed when those strands start to fall out at an alarming rate shortly after the birth of the child.
Invisible changes
The changes in your hair follicle that eventually lead to postpartum alopecia start…
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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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Many men and women suffer from dry skin and its maladies. When your skin lacks moisture, it can become itchy and scaly, making you uncomfortable. The best way to prevent dry skin is to understand what causes it in the first place.
Medical Conditions
Conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis  are some of the most common causes of dry skin. Atopic dermatitis is the clinical term for  eczema. This condition causes dry and flaking skin over various areas of the body. Eczema usually affects the skin on the cheeks, foreheads, the inside of the arms, the back of the knees…
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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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Add this to the list of everyday kitchen products you can use to beautify yourself: regular old paraffin wax – yep, the same kind used to make chocolate candies – can work wonders for your skin! A paraffin wax skin treatment can remove deep-down dirt, restore moisture and elasticity, and even remove unwanted hair. It’s a great monthly step in your manicure regimen! So here’s how to take advantage of these benefits by giving yourself a paraffin hand treatment:
In a small slow cooker or double boiler set to a low heat, slowly melt the paraffin wax (available at hardware…
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