Expensive o, micro locs is luxury at this point. I’ve pushed my reties to 8-9 weeks. After a retie I rock my locs for 2-3 weeks then make knotless braids and rock that for another 4-5 weeks cause I didn’t come to this life to be retieing hair 🙈
I installed my own microlocs starting off with 2 strand twists. 7 years down the line I retighten my locs [at the root] on average once every 5-6 weeks it takes about 1.5/2 hours. If i leave it longer than that it takes too long for my patience. My hair is thriving with the locs, best thing I've done for my hair. And i can still wear my wigs if i fancy a change.
@@MysticalPreshXO I count them once a year [yeh I know! 😌]. I've just done it for this year so can confidently say I have 363 locs. As long as you don't leave it too long between retightening it really doesn't take too much time.
I learned to do my reties and it made a world of difference! I just do it at my own pace while watching Netflix in the evenings & this takes about a week. If I had more time during the day it would be quicker. But I was def pushed to doing this because in Dublin I’ve not been able to find any legit microlocs loctitians
Please o, say it ain't true. I'm planning to get an install in Chicago but I live in Dublin and I thought I'd found a good loctitian here for retying and maintenance - CQC Styling abi wetin. So she too isn't legit?
I definitely think you should be willing to learn how to do your own reties and be prepared to do them yourself if you get microlocs. The pool and availability of high quality locitcians is very limited. If a scheduling conflict occurs you will be in a tight spot. My philosophy is if a novice is going to do my hair that novice will be me.🤣 In most places there is no licensing for a locitcian i.e. no standard of uniform practice. Take what you are told with a grain of salt and in light of what you know about your own hair.
Very sound advice and so many people choose to do their own reties for this very reason. Although I’m honest enough with myself to know that’s not an option for me. I have no desire to do my own reties and If I had no alternative I would actually just pick another hairstyle.
I'm a month in on my microlocs journey so I haven't had my first re-tie yet. Maybe one day I'll learn but for now I'm depending on my Loctition to do her thing! Being in the DMV area we fortunately have a plethora of certified loctitions available.
@@ms.virgo82187 definitely don’t feel pressured to do your own reties, it’s not for everyone. I’d rather pay for the convenience personally so I totally understand where you’re coming from.
I saved money by switching from weaves to microlocks. The initial installation is an investment. But over time, it pays off. I even use less hair products.
I must say, microlocs have been the most freeing for me as far as styling. I used to think it was limiting as well, but protective styles are taxing, and straight hair is boring to me 🤣 so I never saw myself wanting to go back to all that. I always tell people if you get to a point where you no longer want to switch things up, then go ahead and get locked up.
No literally, I haven’t straightened my hair since I was a kid, haven’t worn box braids or did my hair in like half a year, always keep my hair in straight backs and put my head wrap on. I think it’s time okay cuz weave honestly makes my head itch and I already planned on never putting weave n my hair again😩
i’m definitely not at the point where i don’t want to switch things up, but i still decided it was worth it to lock up. in my opinion, the only three styles you really CANNOT achieve with microlocs are like a slick pony, fulani-type braids, and a sew-in. anything other than that i’m still doing on my hair! box braids, twists, faux locs, and wigs satisfy my desire to switch it up plenty! i agree, my own hair straightened was boring me, if i want straight hair i’d much rather a wig regardless, so i’m still completely pleased with my options
Yes, I'm a loose natural in NJ the art of doing natural hair is lost in 95 % of these salons. I would not trust any salon or anyone for that matter touch my hair.
At this point yeah, I’m done listening to the locticians. 2 reties ago the lady that came said my hair was full of slippage and I’d have to request for a full slippage correction for my next retie. I requested for ask for two stylists to save time, just for the to come and said they can’t see any slippage. At this point ehn, as long as my hair is healthy, I’m okay
Someone I respect once said - "A crisis is a terrible thing to waste" 😁 Where others see a problem with the scarcity of microloctitians, I see boundless opportunities. It's a question of perspective.
Just when I was considering getting microlocs 😂😂 I’m tired of wigs, but I’m also tired having my hands in my head (which I rarely do, lol). I thought microlocs would be the best medium 😂 But that was my main concern- finding a good loctician AND the hurting they would put on my pockets 😂😂😂
I gave my kids microlocs based on their requests. I have some use with my hands so I installed their locs and I maintain them myself. I too have locs and my husband and I do everyone's hair in my family. It's a lot of work but it's fulfilling especially when everyones hair is freshly done and feeling themselves. Water is best for your scalp and can seal with your favorite oils. This works best for my family.
Thank you for this honest video. I’ve been thinking about sister locks for sometime and one thing is that I thought they were low maintenance but I can see that they are not.
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The quote here in Atlanta is about 1200 for install of sisterlocks 😮 Micro install is not too far from that either. Finding a person that’s not hour way is my issue. Driving far is deal breaker. So I keep checking
Cost of installation and maintenance was the determining factor for me going with small traditional locs …which I self retie. I still really love the microloc esthetic.
There’s so much misinformation on locs in general because there’s no studies or data on the process!!! I’m working on that now but it’ll take a while before it’s properly regulated like other cosmetology specialties. Best to find a loctician that will create a custom regimen for your specific hair and scalp, instead of generalizing locs like everyone’s hair is the same. That’s what’s worked for me and my clients. And it’s working REALLY WELL. 😇
I’m have micro locs lose natural.. I live in NJ and have a great loctician in Philly. I’m glad I found her and took my time, she is very knowledgeable.
Thanks for sharing your enlightening Micro Locs POV🥰 As a 30+yrs Natural Hair Care & Self trained Traditional Loctician Salon owner & Cosmetologist from Queens NY, now based in Bloomfield, NJ, I recently became aware of Micro Locs during the beginning of the Covid pandemic via TH-cam. Yes, I was familiar with SisterLocs, but had never heard of Micro Locs, I became intrigued. Your Micro Locs are BeY👸🏽Utiful💟
@@Ifeyinwa I would sort of flat twist the front(bc it was short)but not so much of an obvious rope twist look. But product wise, I’d spray some water and have some Shea butter already rubbed on my hands
@@briannahdesiree hahah thanks! I can’t use any product on mine (at least not yet) but I’m going to try stretching my locs out first to see if that helps. Thank you 😊
I have heard so many conflicting information. I was told not to use conditioner which I never followed. However I tried it last couple of weeks to wash without conditioner and left my hair feeling hard crusty couldn’t touch it or run my fingers through my hair. So back to conditioner for me.
Love this video and your so right ! You have to listen to your hair, I was told no oil or conditioner and my hair was breaking like crazy since I added a leave in conditioner and oil and my hair stopped breaking and shedding
I'm so happy you were able to figure that our for yourself. I don't doubt that these locticians know what they're doing, but it's kind of weird to expect EVERYONE'S hair to need the exact same thing
Beautiful commentary on SL & Micro Locs😊 But please be careful out here when it comes to your SL , everyone is not out here for your good on your hair periodT. I let a girl In Hayward CA, name Kristin do my Sisterlock install- 🤦🏽♀️ she was awful to say the least and very unprofessional. I went to her for a couple of more months, but my gut told me to stop going to her. She did not know what she was doing. She did not do the Sisterlocs grid- she messed up my hair- and had the nerve to get upset because I stopped tipping her. In the meantime I was looking for a new sister Loctician ….and I actually reported her to Sisterlock foundation . I have a new lady now , in San Leandro California. She is amazing ! Some of these folks out here do not want to take care of your hair. They only want the money. And her attitude was definitely from the devil.. If you feel it in your gut, please do your research. Do not go to the first person you see! This is my second set of Sisterlocks. Soon I will be doing a channel myself regarding my Sisterlock journey. 😉 be safe out here folks when it comes to your hair!
You have a great speaking voice and I love rhat you stick to topic veryeasy on the eye thanks for the clear advice on hair doses and don't about hair thanks found your channel by mistake glad that I did
What I don’t care for is that some people are doing Microlocs much smaller than they should be. The ones in this video are more the size of sister locs. Micros should be in between locs and sister maybe half the width of a pencil.
Thanks for the video definitely gave me something to think about. I will say still way cheaper than the states. You’re looking at $500 to $1500 to start depending on thickness, length and etc. I’ve been looking for quotes to start and I have pass shoulder length so it’s a lot. Reties are like $150 to $350, this is for Georgia and Florida. I’ve decided to do it myself honestly lol
I’m so happy to help! And those prices are insane! There are so many DIY microloc channels on here that can help you. Check out Queen Eleem she did an amazing job and she did hers on her own too.
I respectfully, but wholeheartedly disagree with each of her points, and I've had my sisterlocks for 3.5 years. I had trouble finding a loctitian, so I went on the official sisterlocks website to find one. It literally gives you a list of contacts for each registered loctitian in your state. I strongly recommend getting them done, as my only regret is not getting them sooner, but you have to do what's best for you. Best of luck, whatever you choose!
I got medium sized braidlocs. I do love microlocs but they are too expensive to start and maintain. Yes, I could start and maintain them myself but I don't have the patience for such tiny locs. It will take forever. I got someone to start my locs and I maintain them myself through interlocing. My arms are hurting even after interlocing medium/large locs so I know I made the right choice for me.
I'd say it depends on just how tiny your microlocks are. For traditional sized locs - no problem. When you have upwards of 350, the pool of microloctitians who are available AND skilled AND have the tools to do this is so slim as to be almost impossible.
Hello Ifeyinwa, Could you please let know which company in Lagos installed your Microlocs? Also, I would appreciate any suggestion on other good company in Lagos. Thanks in advance
@@Ifeyinwa AND reties are 170 for the 1st 3 hours and $80 an hour after that. And if I wait to long between I will get an over growth charge of another $80
I am so grateful for my baby sister!! She installed my microlocs with extensions; she offered to do them for free, because it was her first time doing them, but I gave her $350 anyway (took about 16 hours; I'd never work 16 hours for free and don't expect her to either). Your hair looks so beautiful as well as the makeup.
Re: the reties…this is really based on what the person does it’s different…natural hair is supposed to be about learning your hair.and i think 🤔 different ppl resolve issues differently
Elf maintenance is really nit difficult, my only ecpense was install, and i just wen to a braider for smal braided at the base 2 strand twist to start mine
Does anyone have experience with postpartum shedding while having microlocs? I want to have mine installed before i have my baby but wondering if i should wait a bit to see if i get any shedding and maybe work on that first before gettin them done...?? Does it matter..🤷🏾♀️
Question: If we do braid our hair while in microlocs, do we have to take down our braids early for the sake of retightening. Like I usually have box braids in for 3 months before I take them down... so would that mean I'd need to take them down at the 4 to 6 week period so that I can retighten my locs?
I know that I have tried so many styles on my daughter's hair and she discovered she loves it to just be a natural afro because her hair is very very tight little spirals. Now that we are entering track season and she loves to run, we were considering microlocs as a protective style. I might try looking into something else since both our schedules are very busy and money is a bit tight. Thank you for sharing this video.
I'm so happy I could help! Microlocs could still be a great option but with less locs (perhaps around 200 locs) - that should be less expensive and less stressful to maintain 💕
@@Ifeyinwa now that she saw this video, as well as a video on how to do microlocs, she said she would prefer to just have twists since its easier to remove and she and I could do them ourselves on a weekend.
It’s not permanent ! I saw a great video a girl just 2 strand twisted them together and that like halved the amount. Using the 2 strand method to create a larger loc!
My point was RELATIVE. Compared to the fact that I could walk 2 mins away to my nearest hair salon, 30 mins to get to closest microlocs loctician is far.
Expensive o, micro locs is luxury at this point. I’ve pushed my reties to 8-9 weeks. After a retie I rock my locs for 2-3 weeks then make knotless braids and rock that for another 4-5 weeks cause I didn’t come to this life to be retieing hair 🙈
Loooool, as long as it's working for you that's all that matters
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😂 😂 😂 Say it louder for the people in the back!
Sounds like a Nigerian 😂😂😭
I installed my own microlocs starting off with 2 strand twists. 7 years down the line I retighten my locs [at the root] on average once every 5-6 weeks it takes about 1.5/2 hours. If i leave it longer than that it takes too long for my patience.
My hair is thriving with the locs, best thing I've done for my hair. And i can still wear my wigs if i fancy a change.
Wait 1.5-2hrs?! How many locs do u have? I’m really considering getting microlocs but only if I can maintain them myself & the reties are BEARABLE lol
@@MysticalPreshXO I count them once a year [yeh I know! 😌]. I've just done it for this year so can confidently say I have 363 locs.
As long as you don't leave it too long between retightening it really doesn't take too much time.
Which products do you use to keep them soft ( your routine please) ? Can you do braids on it?
I learned to do my reties and it made a world of difference! I just do it at my own pace while watching Netflix in the evenings & this takes about a week. If I had more time during the day it would be quicker. But I was def pushed to doing this because in Dublin I’ve not been able to find any legit microlocs loctitians
That’s awesome, how many hours in total does it take you? And how many locs do you have? I’m so lazy but these stories inspire me lol
I'm in Dublin too ❤️
Who started yours I’m in Sacramento
Please o, say it ain't true. I'm planning to get an install in Chicago but I live in Dublin and I thought I'd found a good loctitian here for retying and maintenance - CQC Styling abi wetin. So she too isn't legit?
I definitely think you should be willing to learn how to do your own reties and be prepared to do them yourself if you get microlocs. The pool and availability of high quality locitcians is very limited. If a scheduling conflict occurs you will be in a tight spot. My philosophy is if a novice is going to do my hair that novice will be me.🤣 In most places there is no licensing for a locitcian i.e. no standard of uniform practice. Take what you are told with a grain of salt and in light of what you know about your own hair.
Very sound advice and so many people choose to do their own reties for this very reason. Although I’m honest enough with myself to know that’s not an option for me. I have no desire to do my own reties and If I had no alternative I would actually just pick another hairstyle.
High quality and HONEST…hard to find in Orlando, Florida
@@kimberlyw8666 gosh I’ve heard some horror stories that HONEST is important
I'm a month in on my microlocs journey so I haven't had my first re-tie yet. Maybe one day I'll learn but for now I'm depending on my Loctition to do her thing! Being in the DMV area we fortunately have a plethora of certified loctitions available.
@@ms.virgo82187 definitely don’t feel pressured to do your own reties, it’s not for everyone. I’d rather pay for the convenience personally so I totally understand where you’re coming from.
I saved money by switching from weaves to microlocks. The initial installation is an investment. But over time, it pays off. I even use less hair products.
I completely agree, I talk about this in my pros video
I must say, microlocs have been the most freeing for me as far as styling. I used to think it was limiting as well, but protective styles are taxing, and straight hair is boring to me 🤣 so I never saw myself wanting to go back to all that. I always tell people if you get to a point where you no longer want to switch things up, then go ahead and get locked up.
i always wore weave or whatever when i had loose hair so im not worried about micro locs limiting either.
No literally, I haven’t straightened my hair since I was a kid, haven’t worn box braids or did my hair in like half a year, always keep my hair in straight backs and put my head wrap on. I think it’s time okay cuz weave honestly makes my head itch and I already planned on never putting weave n my hair again😩
i’m definitely not at the point where i don’t want to switch things up, but i still decided it was worth it to lock up. in my opinion, the only three styles you really CANNOT achieve with microlocs are like a slick pony, fulani-type braids, and a sew-in. anything other than that i’m still doing on my hair! box braids, twists, faux locs, and wigs satisfy my desire to switch it up plenty! i agree, my own hair straightened was boring me, if i want straight hair i’d much rather a wig regardless, so i’m still completely pleased with my options
That’s so true I’m at that point where I don’t want anymore styles
I couldn’t find a good stylist even with loose natural. But I do my own reties and I am happy with it.
That’s awesome! 😊
Yes, I'm a loose natural in NJ the art of doing natural hair is lost in 95 % of these salons. I would not trust any salon or anyone for that matter touch my hair.
All These reasons are why I learned how to do my own hair
At this point yeah, I’m done listening to the locticians. 2 reties ago the lady that came said my hair was full of slippage and I’d have to request for a full slippage correction for my next retie. I requested for ask for two stylists to save time, just for the to come and said they can’t see any slippage. At this point ehn, as long as my hair is healthy, I’m okay
wooooooow, that's deep
Someone I respect once said - "A crisis is a terrible thing to waste" 😁 Where others see a problem with the scarcity of microloctitians, I see boundless opportunities. It's a question of perspective.
This part!!! It’s definitely an opportunity to learn how to install them and make money. I’ve been contemplating this myself.
i love the way you think
Definitely immediately the first thing I thought about
Just when I was considering getting microlocs 😂😂 I’m tired of wigs, but I’m also tired having my hands in my head (which I rarely do, lol). I thought microlocs would be the best medium 😂 But that was my main concern- finding a good loctician AND the hurting they would put on my pockets 😂😂😂
Just try and do them yourself using the interlocking method
I was thinking the same thing about Wigs and just being tired of doing my own hair
@@lopsy4782could you link a channel or video on HOW to self start? Having trouble finding that
Your microlocs are so beautiful !
Thank you so much 🥰
I gave my kids microlocs based on their requests. I have some use with my hands so I installed their locs and I maintain them myself. I too have locs and my husband and I do everyone's hair in my family. It's a lot of work but it's fulfilling especially when everyones hair is freshly done and feeling themselves. Water is best for your scalp and can seal with your favorite oils. This works best for my family.
You're such a blessing to your family and thank you for your advice 💕
Thank you for this honest video. I’ve been thinking about sister locks for sometime and one thing is that I thought they were low maintenance but I can see that they are not.
I'm happy to help!
Your accent sounds so blended and unique 🤍🇳🇬
Thank you 💕
Where I live (Texas) and they are quoting $1200-$2000. That’s why I may DIY it or wait till I go to Nigeria 😂
Girl whyyyyy is hair in America so expensive??
Lol I'm paying $1000 for my install 😣
You should come to Ga my loc install was only $600
@@getsumei1499where sis! I live in georgia.
This was rreally helpful. I'm on the verge of going with microlocks, but you've given me a lot to think about it. Thank you so much!
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!
Now I’m confused on if I still want to do my micro loca or go small locs from coils like my daughters🛼🛼💜
Same
@kendrakenshay is your twin!
She's beautiful!
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U.S. chiming in on price… In ATL and Houston price is between $1,000-$2,500 for install and re-ties for me are $145 every 7 weeks.
I love your glow. Could you please do a video on your skincare, please.
Sure and thank you!
The quote here in Atlanta is about 1200 for install of sisterlocks 😮
Micro install is not too far from that either.
Finding a person that’s not hour way is my issue. Driving far is deal breaker. So I keep checking
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I paid $1700 for my micro loc install. I couldn’t find anyone in Atlanta so I had to go to Orlando.
Try Rockafro in McDonough they started my microlocs and they are knowledgeable.
Just scheduled my appointment in Lagos next month! I live in North Carolina I’m excited! You are beautiful.
Cost of installation and maintenance was the determining factor for me going with small traditional locs …which I self retie. I still really love the microloc esthetic.
There’s so much misinformation on locs in general because there’s no studies or data on the process!!! I’m working on that now but it’ll take a while before it’s properly regulated like other cosmetology specialties. Best to find a loctician that will create a custom regimen for your specific hair and scalp, instead of generalizing locs like everyone’s hair is the same. That’s what’s worked for me and my clients. And it’s working REALLY WELL. 😇
Natural hair processes will never be regulated. It's protected as cultural practice
That stylist con is real. I was lucky to find one at my church but get people needing a loctician ALL THE TIME!
I hv traditional locs now over 30 yrs. I interloc mine. The grid was not used for me or customers everyone head size is different when I set them.
I’m have micro locs lose natural.. I live in NJ and have a great loctician in Philly. I’m glad I found her and took my time, she is very knowledgeable.
That's amazing! Keep her close :)
Hi can you share your location info please
I’m in Philly looking to loc my hair do she have a IG or Facebook I could look at
Hi Yolanda, does your loctician has an IG?
I’m getting my micro locks installed in Philly in two weeks at Duafe. Could you share who yours is?
Thanks for sharing your enlightening Micro Locs POV🥰
As a 30+yrs Natural Hair Care & Self trained Traditional Loctician Salon owner & Cosmetologist from Queens NY, now based in Bloomfield, NJ, I recently became aware of Micro Locs during the beginning of the Covid pandemic via TH-cam.
Yes, I was familiar with SisterLocs, but had never heard of Micro Locs, I became intrigued.
Your Micro Locs are BeY👸🏽Utiful💟
Thank you 💕
Sleek buns look even better with micro locs for me. I took out my mini mini twists but they were so juicy
Really? Did you use any product on your locs? I haven't been able to get my hair in a bun since I loc'd my hair :(
@@Ifeyinwa I would sort of flat twist the front(bc it was short)but not so much of an obvious rope twist look. But product wise, I’d spray some water and have some Shea butter already rubbed on my hands
Oh also, idk if this would work bc mine started out as twists, but I would twirl some of the locs individually(mostly when my parts weren’t that clean
Oh and some mousse for long term😂
@@briannahdesiree hahah thanks! I can’t use any product on mine (at least not yet) but I’m going to try stretching my locs out first to see if that helps. Thank you 😊
I wanted micro / sister locs so bad. I started my own traditional locs 11 years ago and it was the best decision for me.
Oooh 11 years! How exciting! Congratulations!
Micro and sister are not the same
I never said they were.
@@ammu6506
@kinkiesweet Do you ever feel like still getting micro locs or are you glad you got the traditional locs. I’m torn between both.
Here in Maryland USA the cost for microlocs is $1100 insane but we are doing it sis
Yessss you’re going to love them!
I'm in the Maryland area. Can you recommend some salons because I can't find any that do micros except one and she costs that much
Same here in Houston. I'm good at braiding hair. Going to figure out how to do this style myself too!!!!!
I have heard so many conflicting information. I was told not to use conditioner which I never followed. However I tried it last couple of weeks to wash without conditioner and left my hair feeling hard crusty couldn’t touch it or run my fingers through my hair. So back to conditioner for me.
You have to do what's best for your hair definitely!
Great points..and you are so naturally beautiful and glowing! you go Naija girl. :)
Thank you so much 🤗
Love this video and your so right ! You have to listen to your hair, I was told no oil or conditioner and my hair was breaking like crazy since I added a leave in conditioner and oil and my hair stopped breaking and shedding
I'm so happy you were able to figure that our for yourself. I don't doubt that these locticians know what they're doing, but it's kind of weird to expect EVERYONE'S hair to need the exact same thing
There Re so much diverse information to digest on the internet you have to listen to your hair according to Kris Mcdred I'm a loctician too
Dang $110 for that is literally dirt cheap
I just came here to say WELL DONE!!! I saw the views and was shocked. Many many more greatness coming your way.
Thank you so much Maria 💕
Many people will appreciate you for this bc it’s so many out here lying just to get you to spend money and mess up ya own head!
Happy to help!
Beautiful commentary on SL & Micro Locs😊
But please be careful out here when it comes to your SL , everyone is not out here for your good on your hair periodT.
I let a girl In Hayward CA, name Kristin do my Sisterlock install- 🤦🏽♀️ she was awful to say the least and very unprofessional.
I went to her for a couple of more months, but my gut told me to stop going to her.
She did not know what she was doing. She did not do the Sisterlocs grid- she messed up my hair- and had the nerve to get upset because I stopped tipping her. In the meantime I was looking for a new sister Loctician ….and I actually reported her to Sisterlock foundation . I have a new lady now , in San Leandro California. She is amazing ! Some of these folks out here do not want to take care of your hair. They only want the money. And her attitude was definitely from the devil..
If you feel it in your gut, please do your research. Do not go to the first person you see! This is my second set of Sisterlocks. Soon I will be doing a channel myself regarding my Sisterlock journey. 😉 be safe out here folks when it comes to your hair!
Thank you for sharing your experience it’s so important to hear these stories. I’m happy you were able to find a good loctician 💕
Ensure to give a shut out to the loctician that took good care of your hair!🙌🏽
I live in America. Can’t relate, have plenty of loctitions to choose from
Lucky!!
New subbie!! ☺️♥️🇳🇬 I would totally get locs if I didn’t love wearing my hair out! Lol Micro locs are so pretty!! 😍
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If the calculator is correct, sixty pound sterlings is worth $71.96 (USD) so 60 - 80 = $71 - $95 USD? That's a steal for a retie!
I’m learning through your comments that it is super expensive to get and maintain locs in America compared to here.
I’m in Columbus, Oh which is in the States…. It will cost me $950 to install….. and that’s a steal
The first con was the reason I didn't commit to my locs because i couldn't find anyone to do my reties 😭
Valid! But keep checking, new locticians pop up everyday 🥰
i came for your beautiful locs but please what is on your eyelids? it looks mesmerising, you’re so gorgeous!
Thank you so much it's actually a lip gloss lol! I recreated the look in my Normani makeup video x
You have a great speaking voice and I love rhat you stick to topic veryeasy on the eye thanks for the clear advice on hair doses and don't about hair thanks found your channel by mistake glad that I did
Thank you so much!
What type of locks are best for fine texture medium density naturally pin straight long hair?
So these are pros then. I thought you were going to discuss cons. Thank you for the advice because I was actually contemplating. Yours are beautiful.
Thanks for watching, but I did discuss cons. I hope you found it helpful!
What I don’t care for is that some people are doing Microlocs much smaller than they should be. The ones in this video are more the size of sister locs. Micros should be in between locs and sister maybe half the width of a pencil.
Tbf if your locs are started too small, they’ll probably just need to be combined at some point. That’s what my loctician explained to me anyway
That is 92 dollars hmmmmm.....let me check flight prices lol
I have traditional locs but I'm converting to micro locs next week my granddaughter has locs to we love them..
Hear Hear, the options are soooooo limiting and annoying. I think because the locticians know they are high in demand, they are so laid back.
It's definitely an interesting how this seems to be a issue everywhere
The skill seems hard to learn and it takes time. I am available in Newcastle tho
Are micro locs and micro twist the same? Can the twist lock and can they both be permanent?
Thanks for the video definitely gave me something to think about. I will say still way cheaper than the states. You’re looking at $500 to $1500 to start depending on thickness, length and etc. I’ve been looking for quotes to start and I have pass shoulder length so it’s a lot. Reties are like $150 to $350, this is for Georgia and Florida. I’ve decided to do it myself honestly lol
I’m so happy to help! And those prices are insane! There are so many DIY microloc channels on here that can help you. Check out Queen Eleem she did an amazing job and she did hers on her own too.
I respectfully, but wholeheartedly disagree with each of her points, and I've had my sisterlocks for 3.5 years. I had trouble finding a loctitian, so I went on the official sisterlocks website to find one. It literally gives you a list of contacts for each registered loctitian in your state. I strongly recommend getting them done, as my only regret is not getting them sooner, but you have to do what's best for you. Best of luck, whatever you choose!
I got medium sized braidlocs. I do love microlocs but they are too expensive to start and maintain. Yes, I could start and maintain them myself but I don't have the patience for such tiny locs. It will take forever. I got someone to start my locs and I maintain them myself through interlocing. My arms are hurting even after interlocing medium/large locs so I know I made the right choice for me.
Great call; you have you think about maintenance when you’re deciding what size locs to get for sure
My 2 nieces have micro loc there so Beautiful one of their locs are about 4 ft long
In the states 1200 and up 😢
The only reason i havent done this yet is because of how attached i am to my afro🥺
Understandable, don’t feel pressured 🫶🏾
I’ve come across some people who said locs can be cut, washed, dried and saved until you’re ready for locs again and the locs can be reattached.
Oh yeah in theory you could, you can reattach locs pretty easily.
I'd say it depends on just how tiny your microlocks are. For traditional sized locs - no problem. When you have upwards of 350, the pool of microloctitians who are available AND skilled AND have the tools to do this is so slim as to be almost impossible.
Hello Ifeyinwa, Could you please let know which company in Lagos installed your Microlocs? Also, I would appreciate any suggestion on other good company in Lagos. Thanks in advance
already linked in my description box!
The girls are charging 1500 up for this style. Then the retwist are 200 and up. But they are beautiful!
Thank you so much!
Ifeyinwa is Kendra Kenshay’s doppelgänger with this hairstyle. www.youtube.com/@kendrakenshay
Haha I hear that alot!
@ifeyinwa what’s the name of the salon in Lagos did you get your locs done? They are asking for $3500, make I run go Naija go do am, abeg!!
Enibraids, I’ve linked them in my bio!
@@Ifeyinwa daalu nne m
I’m in the US. My install was 2100 😮
WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAT??? How long is your hair?
@@Ifeyinwa my hair was 5 inches and I had them installed with 8 inch human Afro kinky hair
@@Ifeyinwa AND reties are 170 for the 1st 3 hours and $80 an hour after that. And if I wait to long between I will get an over growth charge of another $80
For locating locticians. Is there a way to keep a list? I came from Lagos, Nigeria to Newcastle. I am available for locs
Sisterlocks has a registry but that's the only list I know about - I linked it in my description box
Quotes I’ve been seeing (in US-Texas) puts me at about $1300-1500 to start micro locs. 😭 I… 🥺
Woooooow how long is your hair?
I love your mixed accent. Didn’t notice till you said you live in the UK lol
Thank you!
Just wanted to say that you are so so beautiful!
Thank you so so much!
You are stunning❤
And yes US is so expensive smh
Thank you so much
I am so grateful for my baby sister!! She installed my microlocs with extensions; she offered to do them for free, because it was her first time doing them, but I gave her $350 anyway (took about 16 hours; I'd never work 16 hours for free and don't expect her to either). Your hair looks so beautiful as well as the makeup.
Hey, your micro locs are beautiful❤ I appreciate your videos. What size are your locs?
Thanks for be open about it
Thanks for watching!
I love your makeup.. Plus you're just absolutely gorgeous.
Thank you so much!!
Re: the reties…this is really based on what the person does it’s different…natural hair is supposed to be about learning your hair.and i think 🤔 different ppl resolve issues differently
Great tips
I will be getting microlocs at the end of this month. I can't wait to start this journey. Trying to learn all i can before then.
You are STUNNING !
Thank you so much!
Thanks for sharing your experience
Thanks for watching!
Why do u have an American accent if you’re in london? What happened
Elf maintenance is really nit difficult, my only ecpense was install, and i just wen to a braider for smal braided at the base 2 strand twist to start mine
Tbh i would just do my own hair. Saves time and money
Can you recommend your locticion? I’m also in London
What company did your locs in Lagos please?
Is that Makeba in the intro?
Yes!!
Hi, where in London do you get your hair re twisted ?
I recommend Jus U Salon in Enfield
How many locs do you have ?
548 :)
Were you raised in the USA or Canada? Your accent is hard to place. It sometimes sounds British but it's giving USA/Canada.
I grew up in the states as a child but have lived n the UK for 11 years now
Your Microloc are so beautiful. They don't represent your "cons" Thanks for sharing. Anything worth have may take time/money to obtain.
Thank you lovely 💕
Does anyone have experience with postpartum shedding while having microlocs? I want to have mine installed before i have my baby but wondering if i should wait a bit to see if i get any shedding and maybe work on that first before gettin them done...?? Does it matter..🤷🏾♀️
My friend lost her edges due to postpartum shedding and it hasn't grown back.
Sisterlocks are what's expensive. Micro is affordable.
Definitely more affordable for sure
Yay you made it to 20k !!! 💃🏽 🥳new subscriber tuning in
I’m so excited! Thank you 💕
Question: If we do braid our hair while in microlocs, do we have to take down our braids early for the sake of retightening. Like I usually have box braids in for 3 months before I take them down... so would that mean I'd need to take them down at the 4 to 6 week period so that I can retighten my locs?
I’ve never done this personally so I can’t advise , it might be worth asking your Loctician
Wow this woman is gorgeous
I know that I have tried so many styles on my daughter's hair and she discovered she loves it to just be a natural afro because her hair is very very tight little spirals. Now that we are entering track season and she loves to run, we were considering microlocs as a protective style. I might try looking into something else since both our schedules are very busy and money is a bit tight. Thank you for sharing this video.
I'm so happy I could help! Microlocs could still be a great option but with less locs (perhaps around 200 locs) - that should be less expensive and less stressful to maintain 💕
@@Ifeyinwa now that she saw this video, as well as a video on how to do microlocs, she said she would prefer to just have twists since its easier to remove and she and I could do them ourselves on a weekend.
It’s not permanent ! I saw a great video a girl just 2 strand twisted them together and that like halved the amount. Using the 2 strand method to create a larger loc!
Hey I think you missed my point . Iwas about taking your locs out, not transforming microlocs to bigger locs.
What is a retire? Are you just talking about interlocking? Is that what they do for sister locs
I have a retie vlog, check it out!
Can I undo my locs?
Wow your establishment is so cheap even the London one. We paid $2391.
😮 😮😮
30 mins away is far??
Half an hour away ? You complain too much o . That’s near sis 😂
My point was RELATIVE. Compared to the fact that I could walk 2 mins away to my nearest hair salon, 30 mins to get to closest microlocs loctician is far.