How long does it take for relaxed hair to lock?

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.

Can you do instant locs on relaxed hair?

Yes, but it’s not recommended. Processed hair often leads to some type of damage, even if you take good care of it. Unprocessed hair is always best for anything dreadlock related.

Can I do sister locks on relaxed hair?

Sisterlocks can be started with your relaxed length left untouched as relaxed hair will not lock. As your hair grows, and is set into a locked pattern, your relaxed hair will be trimmed away.

What are the stages of locking your hair?

There are five stages of locs, namely the starter stage, budding stage, teen stage, maturity stage, and rooted stage. The entire stages can take 18-24 months upwards, after which you will be able to have the long, thick, and shiny locs you desire.

Can you lock your hair without cutting?

As long as you’re properly taking care of your locs (see Tip #4) you can comb out your locs without cutting them off. The method you start with matters. There are several ways you can start your loc journey – comb coils or gel twists, two strand twists, braids, organically / freeform, interlocking or backcombing.

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.

What you should know before locking your hair?

SOME IMPORTANT TIPS BEFORE LOCKING YOUR HAIR

  • Take your time. Take your time to find out if you are really ready for this and do your research.
  • Patience.
  • Locs are versatile.
  • Career Orientation.
  • Locking hair is not an easy way out.
  • The texture of the hair doesn’t matter.
  • Locs can be combed out.