THE JOURNEY
As you begin this loc journey, it may be easy to look upon the locs of others and experience envy or anxiousness. However, the journey you have decided to embark upon is yours and yours alone. It may have highs and lows and some uncertainty along the way, but it will be your story to share and experience. I am here to guide and help you bring out the beauty of your locs.
LOC PHASES
Baby Loc/Pre Loc: Shiny
Budding: bulb-like formations along the length of loc; swelling and excessive frizz
Shooting: bulb-like formations extend upward/downward of the loc; swelling begins to condense; frizz is less intense
Rooted: loc density increases; gravity forces locs downward showing mature locs
Atrophy: after several years loc ’d, lower ends of locs may thin out; common in color treated locs. Periodic trims at helpful
DOS:
+ Wrap you hair nightly & satin pillowcase in the event your wrap comes off during the night
+ Moisturize your locs regularly
+ Embrace the process and enjoy all the upcoming changes of your locs
DON'TS:
+ Wrap your hair with cotton fabrics; unless during excessive sweating, ie. working out.
+ Neglect your locs and deprive them of moisture/hydration
+ Compare/Envy other people’s loc journey to the detriment of your own journey
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