Most recent Navy instruction regarding hair (locs included): www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2018/NAV18163.txt?ver=fGE4CJbVGBktalnwSbJQNw%3D%3D
Thanks for your service! You hair looks great! I retired form the Navy in 2015 and I remember all of the drama that us natural-haired folks had to endure. With my hair type, it would have been SO MUCH better if I could have worn locs.
My pleasure! I was in during that time as well and it was such a hassle- i imagine even more so when you first joined. I’m so grateful for the positive changes!
@@RebekahElaine yeah, I figured you would remember all of that, since you said you were retiring in 6 years or so (I think) in one of your other videos. I’m glad that they changed the regs. I remember the earlier verbiage about locs being unkempt, matted sections of hair or some such and we were like, “Huh?” Then the ladies who came before me let me know how hard it was just to get to wear multiple braids. It’s great to see so much change.
Where has this video been???? Thank you so much! I love letting my locs hang free, but the oils were ruining the backs of my blazers when I wear professional attire so I've been searching for a good bun style. Thanks boo!
I bought the bomb goo edge gel based on your review, that stuff is no joke. Nothing else holds my edges down but this. I have always loved a good bun. Looks great.
First thank you for your service. Second thank you for the video. I'm also Navy and about to start my loc journey. These are the types of videos that are necessary for us natural hair girls. Keep slaying queen.
As a mental health provider I can say that there are many people that very much do care about the safety. I know it’s not perfect but there’s a lot of us trying to make a difference.
@@RebekahElaine yeah I'm also a mental health care provider and as a whole they don't.Thats like people saying well I'm white I'm sticking up for blacks,yeah that's great but as whole it's not helping.I know for a fact across the board that damn bun is more prioritized.
When I was a kid I did ballet and my mum used to put my hair in a net, but she would wrap the netting over twice, so she'd put it over the bun as you did, then she'd twist the elastic around (like a hair tie) and put it back over so I would have two layers of netting over the bun - that may hold better than the way you do it as the elastic would go around the hair twice?
Hello Elaine, how many locs do you have? I do have sister loc but would like hair like yours if I combine mine. I see that you are able to interloc your hair, which I would like to be able to do at some point
I don’t know if I could do it hun. I just hit my 3 year and within this last year I’ve cut mine twice so it’s off my shoulders. I want them to grow at least bra strap length one day but I already know how I am. The longer my hair gets the more I have to do to maintain it so I keep it shorter out of convenience 😅. I did the same thing when I was a loose natural too 🙈.
@@RebekahElaine 😂😂😂! At least you’re staying consistent! When I made this comment I had my third set of locs that I combed out last July 🥴. I started going through a season where I felt like God wanted me to let some things go and those locs were one of them. So I’m back to rocking the natural and focusing on making my hair as healthy as it was before my mom passed. I applaud you though. Cause your locs are banging honey 🙌🏾!!
Is it true you can have it as long as you can’t see it from the front? My big is about as big as yours and a few people from my command are saying that a certain person is going to make me cut it
Hey, here’s the link to the navadmin. Check out section 3-b: www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2018/NAV18163.txt?ver=fGE4CJbVGBktalnwSbJQNw%3D%3D
@@RebekahElaine i haven’t decided if imma cut my hair to my showers or do my makeshift bun for basic… my hair Is a lot thicker and a tad bit shorter than your hair :/ which is annoying bc I don’t wanna trim it but I don’t wanna have to have this thick bun 24/7 😭😭 idk what to do
That’s a hard decision. You’ll definitely want to make sure you can keep it in a neat bun during those 8 weeks because they’ll likely give you a hard time about it. That’s the sad truth.
I haven’t measured the bulk of the bun from the back of my head, extending out. But as long as it’s less that the length of the ID card, it’s in regs. The width of the bun can’t be wider than your head (so you shouldn’t see the bun from the front).
Most recent Navy instruction regarding hair (locs included): www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2018/NAV18163.txt?ver=fGE4CJbVGBktalnwSbJQNw%3D%3D
Oh how I don’t miss Navy hair Regs 😂 nice, neat bun tho!
Girl the face the bone structure THE HAIRRR❤
Awww thank you!! 🥰🥰🥰
You saving my daughter! She in Navy JROTC, she had LONG locs and we were stressed! But this may be the ticket here! Thank you!!
You’re welcome 🥰
Thanks for your service! You hair looks great! I retired form the Navy in 2015 and I remember all of the drama that us natural-haired folks had to endure. With my hair type, it would have been SO MUCH better if I could have worn locs.
My pleasure! I was in during that time as well and it was such a hassle- i imagine even more so when you first joined. I’m so grateful for the positive changes!
@@RebekahElaine yeah, I figured you would remember all of that, since you said you were retiring in 6 years or so (I think) in one of your other videos. I’m glad that they changed the regs. I remember the earlier verbiage about locs being unkempt, matted sections of hair or some such and we were like, “Huh?” Then the ladies who came before me let me know how hard it was just to get to wear multiple braids. It’s great to see so much change.
LOVE OUR LADIES IN THE MILITARY, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE SISTA!! REPRESENT!!!
My pleasure. Thank you!
I'm in the Irish military and being Rastafarian, I can keep my locs, your videos have been so helpful! 🇮🇪✊🏿
I’m glad to hear that! Thanks for watching 🤗
Thank you so much. I am a nurse and I really needed help managing my hair
You are so welcome!
Thsnk you so much ma'am, i already cut my locs to a shorter length once. I refuse to do it again im so glad i found your video!
You’re welcome! I really hope this method works for you.
Omg…. You have just SAVED MY LIFE. Thank you for this hair trick.
Happy to help!
Wow. In the Army our buns cannot be more then 3 inches wide or away from our head. Looks great! Nice and neat 💯
Thank you! I’m grateful that they’ve relaxed our bun standards a bit.
Definitely not in the army but this helped a lot thanksss❤❤😂
You’re welcome!!
The hair net is funny bc I have to have this sleek bun for my food service job and I rely so much on the final hair net to hold the crazy locs in!
Right! It’s so helpful!
Nice neat bun! You're really skilled at keeping your long locs contained yet very stylish. My loc goals!!🥰🌺
Thank you 🥰❤️
Where has this video been???? Thank you so much! I love letting my locs hang free, but the oils were ruining the backs of my blazers when I wear professional attire so I've been searching for a good bun style. Thanks boo!
You're so welcome!
Omgoodness! Thank you, thank you! This technique worked amazingly for my thick long dreads. ❤
You're so welcome!
thank you girl! i’m not in the military but i’m in JROTC and we have to have our hair up as well so hopefully this helps! :)
You’re welcome!
Whew….that’s a NEAT bun!!! Love it!!!
Thank you!!
I been getting ready for the police academy and the hair aspect has been stressing me out!!This was so helpful thank you 🙏🏽❤️
You're so welcome!❣️
I bought the bomb goo edge gel based on your review, that stuff is no joke. Nothing else holds my edges down but this. I have always loved a good bun. Looks great.
I’m going to invest in the hairnets. Great idea.
That go pro worked amazing to show us
Nice Tutorial,Going To Try This For Workouts!
Thank you! I hope it works out for you!
First thank you for your service. Second thank you for the video. I'm also Navy and about to start my loc journey. These are the types of videos that are necessary for us natural hair girls. Keep slaying queen.
My pleasure! And I agree, we have to help each other out however we can.
I had JROTC today and this is the tutorial that I really needed for my long locs lol. Tysm ❤❤
You’re welcome!!
Ayeee I’m in rotc too lol
I just watched your video my locks are really really long I always tried to put it in a bond thanks Looks really good❤
You’re welcome! I hope this helps!
Yayyy been needing this my locs are long and thickish
I hope it’s helpful for you!
Thank you sis
love this! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love your hair & thank you for your service! I will be watching your other videos!
Thank you so much! I just subscribed to your channel and will be watching your videos as well.
They care about the bun so much but not the safety of others when it comes to SA like make it make sense but nice bun.
As a mental health provider I can say that there are many people that very much do care about the safety. I know it’s not perfect but there’s a lot of us trying to make a difference.
@@RebekahElaine yeah I'm also a mental health care provider and as a whole they don't.Thats like people saying well I'm white I'm sticking up for blacks,yeah that's great but as whole it's not helping.I know for a fact across the board that damn bun is more prioritized.
The growth is Amazing!
Thank you! They’re definitely getting long
Yesss I love this tutorial
Thank you! This hack has been a lifesaver. I gotta think of more tricks as my hair gets longer lol
Finally got this to work! Thank you
🙌🏽 My pleasure
When I was a kid I did ballet and my mum used to put my hair in a net, but she would wrap the netting over twice, so she'd put it over the bun as you did, then she'd twist the elastic around (like a hair tie) and put it back over so I would have two layers of netting over the bun - that may hold better than the way you do it as the elastic would go around the hair twice?
Nice. So far one net works well for me. But I’ll definitely try two and see if it can get a better hold. Thank you!
Thanks 🙏🏾
No problem
Good job
Thank you!
I feel like I will have to cut my locs. It’s a little past my shoulders but not long enough to be that neat
Aww I’m sorry if you do end up having to cut them but I’m sure they’ll grow back in no time
Hi, is it heavy by your neck? Mine is heavy when I do it that low. Thank you though, I’m going to try it a little higher.
It doesn’t feel heavy but it is a little stiff, like I can’t bend my head back lol. But I have to keep it low so that my cover can fit.
Hello Elaine, how many locs do you have? I do have sister loc but would like hair like yours if I combine mine. I see that you are able to interloc your hair, which I would like to be able to do at some point
Hi there. It looks like I have more locs than I actually do (based off what I’ve been told). I have approximately 135 locs
I don’t know if I could do it hun. I just hit my 3 year and within this last year I’ve cut mine twice so it’s off my shoulders. I want them to grow at least bra strap length one day but I already know how I am. The longer my hair gets the more I have to do to maintain it so I keep it shorter out of convenience 😅. I did the same thing when I was a loose natural too 🙈.
Idk why I’m just seeing this lol. But I guess a year later, I’m still finding ways to manage all this hair lol
@@RebekahElaine 😂😂😂! At least you’re staying consistent! When I made this comment I had my third set of locs that I combed out last July 🥴. I started going through a season where I felt like God wanted me to let some things go and those locs were one of them. So I’m back to rocking the natural and focusing on making my hair as healthy as it was before my mom passed. I applaud you though. Cause your locs are banging honey 🙌🏾!!
Very nice just done it not as good as yours but at least it’s staying up👌💯😂
Lol! Nice. Practice makes perfect!
Is it true you can have it as long as you can’t see it from the front? My big is about as big as yours and a few people from my command are saying that a certain person is going to make me cut it
Hey, here’s the link to the navadmin. Check out section 3-b:
www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2018/NAV18163.txt?ver=fGE4CJbVGBktalnwSbJQNw%3D%3D
@@RebekahElaine thank you so much
You’re welcome
Where do you get those hair nets from
I get mine from Amazon: amzn.to/4dqT7kG
Whered you get your hair tied and Bobby pins ?
Both from Amazon. I have them in my storefront.
Check out this Idea List on Amazon: My Favorite Loc Items by Rebekah Glennnorris a.co/bMWHBwj
@@RebekahElaine i haven’t decided if imma cut my hair to my showers or do my makeshift bun for basic… my hair Is a lot thicker and a tad bit shorter than your hair :/ which is annoying bc I don’t wanna trim it but I don’t wanna have to have this thick bun 24/7 😭😭 idk what to do
That’s a hard decision. You’ll definitely want to make sure you can keep it in a neat bun during those 8 weeks because they’ll likely give you a hard time about it. That’s the sad truth.
Could you wear this bun (width and bulk) during basic?
I haven’t measured the bulk of the bun from the back of my head, extending out. But as long as it’s less that the length of the ID card, it’s in regs. The width of the bun can’t be wider than your head (so you shouldn’t see the bun from the front).
@@RebekahElaine thank you
My locks are so long they're like all strap link and they're thick I wear hijab and I needed a bun style like this
I’m glad you found this video. I hope it’s helpful 🙌🏽
How do you retwist when you're on deployment?
I haven’t deployed since being loc’d, but I do my own hair. If I were deployed, I’d likely just do it in my down time.
If they’d let me keep my locs I would sign up no cap
I bet!
Love this style but it tends to be so heavy for me
I agree. I can’t keep it in longer than the 8-10 hours I’m at work.
I tried it and kept failing my locks are so long omg I can’t do this either :(
Aww man. I’m sorry to hear that!