Best Locs Hair Styling near me in Rodney Village, Dover

Starting locs correctly is essential for long-term health and even growth. Browse and book experienced locticians offering loc installs near you on Fresha.

There are many different types of locs, but six styles you’ll want to know are: Sisterlocs – 2-3mm in diameter, these are one of the smallest types of locs. Microlocs – l2.3mm in diameter , microlocs resemble loose hair or microbraids. Traditional locs – 5-14mm in diameter, traditional locs are probably the most recognisable type of loc. Semi-freeform locs – 5-14mm in diameter. Freeform locs – 15mm+ in diameter; they grow from the natural matting of hair without styling intervention. Florida wicks locs – sections of thick locs of 2-5 inches in diameter.

There are many misconceptions about locs, but here are four of the most common: Locked hair grows more slowly – that’s not true, but because of the density of locs, hair growth takes longer to notice. Hair with locs is dirty – nope, locs are regularly washed and conditioned, so they’re not dirty at all. You have to start locs off from short hair - many people do opt to start the loc process from short hair, but it’s not essential. They have to be shaved off – don’t fret, if you no longer want your locs, they can be trimmed then unravelled, or simply combed out.

Yes, some locticians are available on Sundays. Browse Fresha to find specialists near you with Sunday availability.

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It can take anything from 3-8 hours to create the locs; and another 18-24 months to achieve the end goal.

Yes, you can undo and restyle locs. Although it can’t be done in a day – they’ll need to be combed out over time.