How often do you have to redo sisterlocks?

Like most protective styles, how you care for and maintain your style will affect how long it lasts. Generally speaking though, you will likely need to get your Sisterlocks retightened every six weeks as your hair starts to grow.

How often should I get my sisterlocks done?

As your locks mature, your Consultant will be able to determine how often you will need to come in for re-tightening on a regular basis. The average time between visits is 4-8 weeks, depending on the hair type and rate of growth.

Are sister locks easy to maintain?

Requiring minimal maintenance, Sisterlocks are a long-term protective hairstyle that gives hair a break from heat and pulling. The hair retains its natural texture, helping the locs to stay small, flexible, and easy to style.

How do you maintain sister locks?

To care for your sisterlocks, use the shampoo provided by your consultant in your starter kit to wash your hair once every 1-2 weeks. When you want to wash your hair, separate your locks into 4 parts, braid each section, and secure the ends with a rubber band.

Will my sisterlocks get thicker?

Depending on your hair type, it may take anywhere from 2 weeks to up until a year for your Sisterlocks™ to settle in. Your Sisterlocks™ will increase in thickness after a few washing by about 100%. The ends will always remain a little thicker than the root. How will I know when my Sisterlocks™ have settled in?

How Often Should You Retighten Your Sisterlocks?

Do sisterlocks break easily?

If the hair is not cared for properly, it will break, regardless if you have Sisterlocks, traditional locs or loose hair. With Sisterlocks, you have no chemicals or damaging abrasion to your scalp or strands, making it ideal for a thin hair texture.”A micro-sized loc alone is not doomed to damage.

What are the pros and cons of Sisterlocks?

How many Sisterlocks should you have?

As a general estimate, most people end up with 250 to 400 locs. If you have a larger head, you may get more than 400 Sisterlocks, especially if you want them to be small. For smaller heads and those who prefer larger locs, you may end up with closer to 250 locks.

Are Sisterlocks permanent?

Similar to dreads, the hair is matted and knotted together to create a rope-like appearance. And while Sisterlocks are a gorgeous and trendy style, they aren't exactly for the faint of heart—they're pretty time-consuming to install, and they leave you with a permanent style that can last for years.

How many locs do you need for Sisterlocks?

Loc count varies according to hair density, the size you want your locs to be as well as the size of your head. Typically, women with Sisterlocks can have anywhere from 250 to more than 800 Sisterlocks.

Can you add hair to Sisterlocks?

Yes you can. Transitioning clients can start Sisterlocks with as little as 2 inches of new growth. We simply install Sisterlocks on the new growth portion of the hair, not the permed portion. Once installed, you style as you normally would.

Should u oil your locs everyday?

There is no need to introduce moisture to your locs every single day, especially if your hair doesn't need it. You should only do it on a need-to basis, meaning when they start to feel dry or brittle.

What are the disadvantages of sisterlocks?

Which is better sisterlocks or Microlocs?

The difference between sisterlocks and microlocs is in the size, technique of installation, and cost. Sisterlocks are more intricate to start than microlocs. They are made by parting the hair in a specific grid then locked using an interlocking tool.

Can you brush sisterlocks?

Whether you have Sisterlocks or are Semi-Freeforming, you know finger detangling can be time consuming. Loc Brushing helps to separate tangled hairs and give a neater appearance.

Why are sisterlocks so thin?

If you're constantly pulling your locs into the same style or using hair accessories that are too tight these are quick ways to damage your hair follicles and cause thinning. Also, excessive tension at the roots, especially with interlocking maintenance that's performed too frequently, will also cause thinning locs.

Can you swim with starter sisterlocks?

If you're taking the plunge on a regular basis, a swim cap is advisable. Chlorine strips the natural oils from the hair. A sudsing with the Sisterlocks Starter shampoo, followed by the Reconstructor will help to bring the luster back to your locks.