What are permanent LOC extensions?

Permanent Loc extensions is a technique that transforms your loose natural hair into beautiful natural looking locs or extends the length of your current Locs. You can start them with as little as 2 inches of natural hair depending on your hair characteristics.
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How long do permanent LOC extensions last?

Maintaining loc extensions is very simple. The style can typically last 10-12 weeks. A touch up is highly recommended between 6-8 weeks. This involves taking out 2-3 rows of the loc extensions around the hairline and re-installing them.
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Are permanent LOC extensions really permanent?

Natural Hair Salon and Spa, loc extensions are installed with only human hair, and it is important that the density ratio of the attached hair matches the ratio density of the real hair growing from the scalp. Also, when properly done loc extensions can be left in permanently as the natural locs grow.
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How much do permanent LOC extensions cost?

There's no easy way to answer this question, but you should generally be expecting to pay around $300-800 for dreadlock extensions and a separate cost of $300-600 for the installation. Every vendor and every stylist varies, so you'll have to contact stylists and vendors to determine specific pricing for your needs.
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How many packs of hair do you need for LOC extensions?

Usually 30-40 strands(2 packs) can make a full head. If you just want some mixed with your own hair,20 strands(1 packs) will be ok. Easy to install: The locs can be added to existing locs to add length or for repairs on broken locs.
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Does your hair grow with LOC extensions?

Because your hair is in a permanent protective style—and you won't have to manipulate your hair often—there is much less wear and tear on your strands. Your hair is free to simply grow and thrive.
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How do you take care of permanent LOC extensions?

Do Not WASH or immerse your hair in water for at lease 4-6 weeks
  1. Do Not WASH or immerse your hair in water for at lease 4-6 weeks.
  2. Keep your locs moist and oiled.
  3. Palm Roll often to give them the shape you want.
  4. Look in your kitchen cabinet!
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What is the difference between Loc extensions and instant locs?

Your loctician will use a tool to tease the hair in each section. Instant locs are for people who just started budding and don't like the frizz. This is a method people do to quickly start their locs using bought hair. Many people with really fine hair try this.
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Can Loc extensions fall out?

Yes, it is possible for Dreadlock Extensions to fall out. Dread Extensions can fall out for a variety of reasons but the most common reasons are due to poor installation methods and/or they've just reached the end of their lifespan and have weakened over time.
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Can permanent locs be undone?

Well, I'm here to tell you, yes, dreadlocks can be combed out, especially ones that have been properly cared for during their life, including regular shampooing and conditioning. This is very important! If you decide to comb out your 'locks, it's critical that you approach the process with much patience.
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How often should you Retwist LOC extensions?

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.
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How do you sleep with LOC extensions?

How Do You Sleep with Dreadlocks: 6 Tips to Follow
  1. Use Silk or Satin Bedding. All forms of long hair can potentially get damaged under the friction that results from brushing against harsh bedding fabrics. ...
  2. Tie Them Back. ...
  3. Use a Sleep Cap. ...
  4. Just Get them Out of the Way. ...
  5. Ditch the Pillow. ...
  6. Consider Going Dreadhawk.
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Are Loc extensions heavy?

Loc extensions can be heavy, and the longer they are or the more hair you install, you are taking the risk or experiencing a lot of discomfort.
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Do Loc extensions Bud?

No matter which starting method that you choose, even loc extensions, you will still experience the 4 stages of locs. In the starter locs stage, you're waiting for your hair to form buds; and these buds can essentially form anywhere in the hair. On average, you can stay in the starter locs stage from 3 to 6 months.
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How long does it take LOC extensions to mature?

Generally speaking, it could take anywhere from 10 months to two years to get to the maturest stage of locs." The process of hair "locking" and the process of these locs maturing are different.
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How long does hair have to be for dread extensions?

How long does my hair have to be for dreadlock extensions? Hair needs to be a minimum length of 4 to 5 inches. We suggest 5 inches but if you don't mind a little extra maintenance, 4 inches is perfectly fine. Your hair must be long enough to support the weight of the dreads so the length will vary. .
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How many locs should I have?

For thick traditional locs, you should aim to create 20 – 50 total locs. The fewer locs you have, the thicker your locs will be. If you want your locs to be extremely thick, closer to 20 locs will be your best bet.
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Can you get LOC extensions over locs?

If you want to rock long locs but you're still growing yours out, don't worry! You can easily add extensions to your locs to make them as long as you'd like.
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How many locs is a full head?

If you ask any dread head how many locs they have, the number will almost always be different. The average ranges between 40 and 75 but don't get your heart set on a number.
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