How to Loc Hair

Locs

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and for some locing can be unattractive and down right ugly, but then there are other's who see it as a beautiful piece of art created with hair. Locing is very easy. Below are the steps that may help you understand what locs are and how to achieve the look you want.

Things You'll Need

• Comb
• locking product
• time
• patience

Instructions

1. 

   Locing is basically not combing out dead or fallen hair and allowing it to mesh or lock with the other hair. There are two ways to lock hair. The Freeform loc is simply washing your hair with a non-detangler shampoo, towel dry and leaving it alone. Don't use conditioner or oils. Just let nature take it's course and repeat the process at your next washing. Your hair will begin to loc quicker if it's naturally course than if it's straight. It will take on a mind of it's own. Some people separate the locs as they begin and others just let them be.

2. 

   Cultivated locs are those that start from twists, braids or coils. This style is used when you want your locs to look more neater and put together than the freeform locs. You will need a comb for this process in order to part the hair. Hair should be wet or damp. You can use locing products here, but not much. Once again you don't do anything with your hair. Just let your hair grow. The only difference is that the upkeep is different. You probably should have a professional maintain your hair.

3. 

   Your hair will be like a plant in its perfect place - growing and flourishing naturally. Before you know it you'll have a head full of beautiful locs that are not limited to one look, but can be worn in many styles.

Tips & Warnings

• You may have a hard time adjusting to not combing your hair.