Do you start locs on wet or dry hair?

Always loc wet hair and then dry it thoroughly. Drying together will help the strands fuse, and wet curls or kinks are easier to handle.

What is the best way to start locs?

Locs can be started with two strand twists with as little as 4 inches of hair, and it is often the go to method for longer hair or highly textured hair. Starting locs with two strand twists will give the locs a solid internal foundation and create thicker locs, depending on the size of the two-strand twists.

Should I wash my hair before starting locs?

When making locks, be sure to have clean hair that is free of product. The best way to do this is to wash with a clarifying shampoo beforehand. For most methods, your hair should be completely dried before you begin your starter locks.

Is it better to Retwist locs wet or dry?

Is it better to retwist dreads wet or dry? Both hairstylists, Erinn Courtney and Chimere Faulk, agree that retwisting wet hair is both easier and better for your hair. Wet hair is more elastic and malleable to twist, says Courtney, whereas twisting dry hair can cause breakage and damage.

How can I make my starter locs lock faster?

You can easily make your dreads lock faster by washing your hair every 2-3 days, backcombing them, and twisting them together. You might think washing your hair will damage your dreads, but doing so every few days will actually help them lock faster and stay in shape.

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What should you not do with starter locs?

Don't Manipulate Your Locs

In the beginning, you can be fascinated by your new locs. They aren't even formed yet, but you can't keep your hands off of them. But try not to manipulate them very much. This can be damaging and prevent them from growing into full, well-shapen locs.

When should I start my locs?

Ideally, you want your hair to be a minimum of 15 centimeters (or 6 inches), however, you can technically start dreads sooner if you're willing to invest the extra time in maintaining them during the early stages.

What should I do before locking my hair?

Can you get starter locs wet?

Covering up your starter locs while you shower will one, serve as a reminder not to wash your hair, and secondly, prevent your locs from getting wet. Covering your locs before bed will prevent any dirt or lint from getting into your hair, and will also remind you not to twist or manipulate your hair.

How long is the starter LOC phase?

In the locs process, the Starter Stage (also known as the Baby Stage) lasts roughly for three to six months. But how long this stage lasts depends on a couple things, such as your hair type and how fast your hair grows.

When should you first wash starter locs?

If you're just getting started with the baby stage, you should wait around 4-6 weeks before carefully washing your hair. You can go even longer than that if you feel you need to, but don't go longer than 3 months.

Does parting starting locs matter?

Your Parting Pattern Matters

Some people with thinner hair go for diamond parts because it can give the appearance of having a fuller head of locs. Section size also influences the size of your locs.

Can you do starter locs on dry hair?

Always loc wet hair and then dry it thoroughly. Drying together will help the strands fuse, and wet curls or kinks are easier to handle.

Why are my starter locs so frizzy?

Frizz is an inevitable part of the loc journey and process. Frizz is a sign that your hair is growing and maturing in a healthy manner. Your frizz is needed to continue to form the loc as the hair begins to take the shape, form and mat itself together.

How often should I Retwist my starter locs?

Retwist frequency depends on whether you are in the starter loc phase or you have mature locs. It also depends on the type of locs you have, your hair type and your retwist method. Starter locs should be washed monthly or no more than every six week. If you interlock, you can go as long as eight weeks between retwists.

Should you leave starter locs alone?

Locs do best when left alone and handled with care, especially at the start of your loc journey. Faulk recommends treating your starter locs as if they're babies and teenagers. "Just like a teenager shouldn't do certain activities because they're not mature enough to understand or stand without influence.

Should I touch my starter locs?

In order to maintain the formation of your starter locs, you must refrain from constantly touching them and allowing them to grow freely. By letting your starter locs be, new growth will interlock and interweave within itself to form a mature loc.

Can I start my locs with two strand twist?

Starting locs from the two strand twist method is a really popular way to start your locs. If you want to keep your two strand twists as locs, then know that it's different from temporary twist styles. If you go for a two strand twist just for the style, then at some point they will come undone.

What products to use when starting locs?

Are dreads and locs the same thing?

A notable difference between locs and dreadlocks is that one is a hairstyle and the other is a lifestyle. Locs are cultivated, but dreadlocks aren't. Dreadlocks also often stem from Rastafarian beliefs, which use the style to separate believers from the rest of society.