DIY Microlocs | Week 1 Update | Wash Day | Loc Journey | Interlocks
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DIY Microlocs | Week 1 Update | Wash Day | Loc Journey | Interlocks
Welcome To My Loc Journey! In this video I am updating you about how my first week went with my baby microlocs locs. I am also washing my locs for the first time! I hope this is helpful in some way. Let me know if you have any questions!
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Lol, I loved the "airey demonstration" 😂
😂 I started snapping and going yaaaaaassss
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😂😂 me too! I totally understand her excitement
With microlocs, interlocs you can wash your hair more frequently. Washing helps to loc the hair. You don't want to get too much buildup as its hard to get build up out of locs. Just make sure to braid and band while washing.
Your hair looks amazing. I watched your install journey and was really impressed by your whole process. Thank you for sharing your experience. Welcome to the hair freedom crew.
I have been locked for 51 months (4yr, 3mths), just thought that I would share that your hair will shrink, as part of the locking process. I started my SL with shoulder length hair and it eventually shrunk to chin length, but I ended up loving it at the length.
It wasn’t till I got to year 3, that I started to experience length, now it’s growing like a weed. (Bra strap length). I love it, but it can be annoying especially at night when my hair really get in my way.
I said all of that to say this, So try not to stretch your hair to much as it can hinder the locking process. I believe that as soon as it locks, the quicker you will start to experience the growth. Just enjoy every step of the process. 👑
Thank you so much for this! And thanks for sharing a little bit about your journey. I am loving the process so far as I kind of let my locs do their own thing. I look forward to seeing their transformation!
What if i dont want it to lock faster? What can i do?
You did a great job, and saved yourself a bunch of money, you go girl!
The AIRY feeling yasss girl me too I just installed my micro lock and I know what you mean feeling great. I’m walking feeling my self, I’m taking out the garbage air blowing feelin my self lolll 😂😂😂😂
Lol, I know that's right!
I find using the coloured rubber bands help. Because they are easy to see.
Yeah, I need to get some of those.
Smart idea 💡
Also to assist with getting a really good wash, try massaging your scalp under running water BEFORE your first lather. It will allow you to loosen up a lot of the oil, dirt, debris that's on your scalp, so when you lather, it will cleanse really well.
Can you oil your scalp with locs
@@naturalwarrior8127 yes, absolutely ... HOWEVER, it really depends on where you are in your loc process. In the beginning (first few months) you may not want to use oils too much, or at all, because that might cause your locs to unravel or cause slippage. Also, some people whose scalp secretes a lot of natural oil, may not need to add oil. My scalp is very dry, therefore I oil after every wash, and sometimes in between.
Your hair is so beautiful. I’m in the process of combing out my 11 year old locs after cutting 8 inches off. But I’m gonna start my microlocs in a week or so. I watched Queen Eleem and you. I think I can do this. Thanks for sharing your process bc it looks like it’s professionally done
No shower cap, I was told from the person who done my hair it needs the moisture, just don't get under the water..After it locks it don't matter. I love not wearing a shower cap anymore I'm loving my locs, have several who have joined me on this journey ❤
I’ e bad traditional locks for nearly 20 years. I am letting them grow out and combing out some of them. I know I can’t save most of my length but I will do the microlocs with whatever hair is left. I’m so glad you did this series because it was very helpful.
I can genuinely see you love your hair ♥️. I am ready to start this journey asap
I seriously do! ❤ and you should!
I can't wait to get mine done! I don't have the energy to do them myself! Oh yes! Thank you for your service ma'am!!👏🏾👏🏾
Thank you for your support! ⚓
GIRRRRLLLLL! You did THAT! I'm telling you. Your locs are gorgeous!! I went through your entire install, from grid to reveal and you did a FABULOUS job! This looks like it was professionally done! I can't wait to do my DIY microlocs! :-) Thank you for sharing!
I’m enjoying your love journey thus far! You have me so ready to do this...
Come on!
Started out with sisterlocs but journey ended when i missed reties and hair turned into a mess. Started over last year and now on to healthier microlocs. I have been following you ever since.
You should have waited 3 weeks before you wash so the hair can start to mesh...meanwhile use a dry shampoo while you wait out the 3 weeks...going forward try to do the dry shampoo in between washes while you wait out the 3weeks until the hair can hold its own...the edges will continue to slip each time you wash because they are the softer and silkiest part of your hair...overall you did a really great job .. enjoy your journey sister..
Thank you so much for the tip! Any dry shampoo recommendations?
I actually think your flaking at install was probably just dry scalp. The Suave Clarifying and Sisterlock shampoo wash out all of your natural oils and any products leaving it bone dry. I also think that if they aren’t washed out thoroughly they leave flakes as well.
I also use a regular shower cap in the shower.
I wish I had the patience for locs this small. I would rule the world
I would have loved to have found you during our lock down, nevertheless I am thankful that I found you when I did as I am preparing to start my journey. This is just the tutorial I didn't know I needed. Thanks and enjoy your journey. ☺️
Yes, I got my installment on Oct 31... I’m truly happy 😃!! You did an excellent job on installing your own hair!!!
Just had mine installed and it’s Oct 31st 2021 today😀
I loved this wash day tutorial.. I’m gathering as much info as I can before my installation day in 3 weeks! So excited! I can’t wait to see more from you I know this is 10 months old but I’m considering all videos, especially the beginning stages😄 be blessed
I am so proud of you!! What an amazing job you did
Your hair is long enough to just put it up in a pineapple/bun to shower. You can just bobby pin up those few shorter locs in the back. The steam from the shower is really good for your locs! They look really good. Congrats again!
Thank you! That's what I started doing!
Your hair looks beautiful , you did a great job with the installation.
You did a GREAT job... They really look nice
Thank you! 😊
I love your texture 💖
Yes, washing can still be a drag but it's definitely the after-math that sucked as a loose natural 😅
Ty! And I agree! But braiding and banding is a process of it own 😐
I do not wear a shower cap in the shower... I just put it up in a ponytail if i am not shampooing... I do not wear a bonnet to bed because i use silk pillow cases.
I love your hair I was so happy to watch you start your install it really made it more believable you did a great job
I have enjoyed watching your installation journey. You have truly inspired me! Thank you for sharing the journey with us all. 😍,😍 👏🏽👏🏽👑
Love it! You put a lot of time in and it was worth the time and effort. You did a wonderful job on your hair😍
You did a great job on your install. Also a great detailed video.
You did a great job and your hair looks really good. I’m starting my micro locs journey today and I’m excited. I had traditional locs for 6.5yrs before I had them combed out. I look forward to your updates.
I ❤️ your hair😍
I’m 4 months in and committed to no washing, oils, swimming, grease, rose water, silk caps at all. They are all antilocking so I use absolutely no product at all and sleep banded with cotton pillow case. I have no scalp issues at all in my life so I have no dandruff and no odor.
My loctician just used shampoo on a rinsed out wash rag directly to my scalp last retie. That’s the closet to a wash I’ve gotten😂 We are seeing partial locking and thickening already. (4bhair)
For shower I use a cap and tie it down .
Thanks for your comment because my hair is texlax and I recently installed braid locks and I don't want to delay the locking process. At the same time I wasn't how much I should moisturize my hair🤷🏽♀️
Your hair is so beautiful. I just got mine done on 2/4/24. I have stress spots at the sides. Am working on keeping my hands out of it. I can’t wait to get to where you are.
So glad I found your channel because I have pretty much the same type of hair as you, length, texture, density, everything, so I feel like I now have a really good idea of what my locs will look like. I get them done in 10 days time and I can't wait!! I am now just currently binging all your loc content. Keep it coming xoxo
i wouldnt retie the baby ones more tightly, just more frequently. so maybe every other day add in one more pass in a direction to interlock so you can monitor their progress a little more closely and make sure they arent slipping out. doing them tighter will just add strain and tension to your scalp potentially damaging your hair follicles and your locs in the long run!
Omg just realized you do a week by week this is going to be so helpful for me. Ty so much
You should order the color bands from Amazon. You cam see them. They also have a band cutter...instead of scissors
Love the video!! You look so proud and they look bomb!!! just started mine this morning, prayers! Lol💜
I love your demonstration. You make it look easy. Although I know it isnt. Im hlad you showed how to part the hair/create the grid as you'd say it. Im going to try youre methods this weekend. Thanks so much
Wow i never thought about putting my shampoo in a spray bottle lol thanks !
Yeah, sign me up for some of that "the best thing in life".😃 You did a fantastic job! Rock on sis.
You have inspired me to knowing I can do my own Microlocs! I just subscribed. I'm bing watching all of your videos. Thanks for the info.😊
Tysm for subbing!
Dove dry shampoo..... spray it and rub it in... apply to the scalp only....
Wow just watched your 3 year update and this video shows up.
I use a satin-lined shower cap. Your hair is awesome. I wish I had attempted my own installation...
I love your hair. I’m really wanting some micro locs. I’m not able to do my own and I can’t afford to get them professionally done.
I use aloe Vera on my face , it seems to work good on the skin
Lady your hair is so beautiful. I just got mine done 2/4/24
You did an awesome job!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Wow, impressive!
Your hair came out amazing! How did you get the confidence and knowledge to execute your locs so well?
Thank you so much! I found inspiration from many ladies here on YT, and did a lot of research.
I pray my loc installation is as amazing as yours 🙏🏽🙏🏽♥️♥️♥️
Yes, always wear a shower cap
I new to you channel and love your content. Perhaps you can use a hand held scalp scrubber (not the actual name) it’s sold on Amazon. it’s battery operated and you have the option to use it with or without the batteries, really good for the scalp and perhaps it will eliminate some of the frizzing.
Hello. Do you install microlocs on other people? If so what do you charge for your size and where are you located. I've been watching you over and over and your journey has convinced me to get mine done but I need it done by the best and you are the best that I've seen on TH-cam and trust me I have watched a gazillion videos.
I wear a grocery bag 😂😂
I used to do this until my mother in law bought a real shower cap for me 😂
It does the job!
Me too!!!😂😂
Robyn S. i’m dead! your mother in law was tired of you and that walmart bag 😂😂 meanwhile me and my walmart bag gonna be together forever
Kristyn J 😂😂😂
Do you keep your aloe spritzer in the fridge?
Girl You know you be Jogging down the. Hall at Work...Great Video
I put a hair band around my edges and a plastic conditioner cap. I have hard water that makes me itch as it drives, so unless am washing I don't let any of my hair get wet.
Your hair is looking great! Can you please provide suggestions on how you were able to see the back of your head while interlocking? I’m struggling with this. Thanks!
I had a big full length mirror. I used that along with my bathroom mirror.
So I am 1 week in my microlocs. I love them!!!! So you washed you hair after just 1 week?
Your Locs looks AMAZING
I love your hair girl💖
I love it how do you help with your frizz my daughter has 4c and I would like to know how to manage her frizz after wash day
The shrinkage is so REAL! LOL
It really is, lol
You are BEAUTIFUL!!!! Your features tho wow
Thank you so much! 💜
I believe dirty hands and tools used during an install are to blame for itchy scalp. I have never been comfortable with anyone in my hair, which is why I do my own. Your hair looks lovely.
Thank you! And you could be on to something, I never thought about dirty hands or tools lol.
love your hair. just be careful with the band on your bonnet and your edges, eventually it will rub and you don't want it to effect your edges by pulling them out
I like it when water runs through my hair during shower. And l just let it air dry, no shower cap for me. My hair need to drink water like my body.
Amazing
A Hello Kitty shower cap 🙊🙈
Tay LaDawn, I am looking at this video and your hands run easily through your locs. Your ends are a little frizzy but not bad. I feel like my ends are too frizzy (in my opinion) and when I run my fingers through my hair, there are loose strands still. I don't know if that is normal or not. It was suggested that I put oil on the ends to help with the process. Suggestions? What do you think? My install was 7/4/22 and today is 7/7/22. The frizziness concerns me deeply.
Congrats on your install! The baby stage is a process for sure lol. Some people have more frizziness than others. I can't speak on the oils but I would suggest you try to avoid "hand in hair" syndrome to minimize the frizziness.
@@TayLaDawn thank you for responding. I’ll avoid the hand in hair syndrome. 😊
Tay LaDawn did you braid your locs or started with braiding then twist
Hey do you think starting with interloc is better than doing the interloc after you start locs
Me too I’m in about 3 months
Your locs look good! don’t use anything to cover my hair, I just pull or clip it up. The steam in the shower I like to let that kind of get into my locks for my scalp. I don’t have a TH-cam but you can check out my IG @HaloHomestead I do have loc photos and videos and some posts on what I use on my locs.
Awesome! These days I just pull my hair up in a little bun. Your locs are beautiful btw!
I got mines from Amazon I just got mines how do you wrape it on the head
Hey! I know im super late like almost a year lol but jsut wanted to say, Ayyy one time for us Navy girls lol and im almost two months into my sisterlock journey. Also i was curious what the aloe vera juice product you are using is because im trying to find a good one,
Hooyah Navy Girls! 🤗 Lol. I use a generic brand. I believe I got mine from Target.
You should have waited until your hair loc before shampooing. It takes 6 weeks to weft together
I'm not even sure if i could have waited 6 weeks, lol. I am however trying to stretch out my washes tho.
@@TayLaDawn try using a dry shampoo or a little seabreeze on a cotton ball on your scalp. I know it has alcohol in seabreeze but it won't dry your hair out. Use it just on the scalp then go back with a cotton ball with water.
I think waiting is only for certain types of starter locks like comb coils and maybe 2-strand twists. Micro locks, braidlocks, interlocks, and sister locks can wash earlier and more frequently.
I wear a shower cap
Did you start with comb coils?
Would you ever color your hair , as for me I already had an ombré color in my hear about 7 months befor getting the sister locks
I would like to one day! I can't do anything too dramatic since i'm in the Military.
Invest in a real shower cap it's better than the conditioning cap.
I’m just watching your video now to learn how to wash my baby microlocs . Can you please tell me if in my area there is no suave? Can I use any clarifying shampoo? Because i see everybody using only this, Amazon doesn’t ship in my area.
Check Walmart, Walgreens, Target
@@tinarjackson9844 thank you
Not the fan😂😂😂
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Oh, you did them your self
Yep! Sure did!
Girl let it get wet in the shower the mist from the water is good for the hair
How many locs do you currently have?
379!
I didn’t know you supposed to wash the hair ban up I wash mine a loose what’s the difference
Some do braiding and banding to help avoid slippage and bunching.
Braiding & Banding is soooo EXTREMELY important to keeping you locks from slipping
Is there a reason you didn’t condition your locs?
Where did you get the micro-fiber towel? I like the hook and loop at the top of it.
I think I got it from my local beauty supply store. I've had it for a really long time.
Be careful pulling the bands off your hair
Nice job with wash day. I haven't tried Aloe Vera juice yet, so please let me know how that works for your locs. Shrinkage is real, but your locs still look lovely :-).
Ty and I will def let you know!