10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting Locs

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  • What's up lil unicorns! Here are the 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting Locs! I hope you love it!
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  • @bayansauer-alinder1989
    @bayansauer-alinder1989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5427

    When you said “I don’t like doing my hair I just like looking good.” That sold me, Because girl SAMMEEEE!!

    • @rogermole4972
      @rogermole4972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Agreed

    • @mayaoham
      @mayaoham 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      OMG SAME

    • @Shesha626
      @Shesha626 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      That's exactly why I'm starting lol

    • @Godizmycoach
      @Godizmycoach 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      she took the words out of my head, because I wasn't sure how to describe my love/hate for doing my hair.

    • @Pinkmarie__
      @Pinkmarie__ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same

  • @KB-xx2sn
    @KB-xx2sn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4785

    I really wanna start locs, i've just been binge watching videos about them

    • @journey4670
      @journey4670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +135

      omg sameeee, im starting mine next month

    • @zoejenkins382
      @zoejenkins382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +233

      I’m still debating! Really not sure yet

    • @jsshae
      @jsshae 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      same idk if i wanna do it yet

    • @Goddessofloveeee
      @Goddessofloveeee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me right now 😭
      Sn: Have you started yet??

    • @user-ys2gw2qc1c
      @user-ys2gw2qc1c 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Goddessofloveeee omg me too...

  • @simplyshama
    @simplyshama 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3698

    I feel the most beautiful with braids so I can only imagine the confidence that locs give!

    • @wajporter6476
      @wajporter6476 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      I can’t wait for my starter locs to loc up 🥰

    • @mommieswinetoo1647
      @mommieswinetoo1647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I feel the exact same way!

    • @godschild8953
      @godschild8953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Exactly my thoughts

    • @wajporter6476
      @wajporter6476 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Willie Tifferz yes I’m in the bay I got a lol hang time so I got a lil style. It feels nice to embrace ME

    • @dawneyg6649
      @dawneyg6649 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow same!

  • @ShylynsMom
    @ShylynsMom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1636

    I'm starting my locs journey but I'm gonna miss my afro 🥺🥺🥺

    • @zia3132
      @zia3132 3 ปีที่แล้ว +388

      Same lol it’s the reason why I’ve been stalling 😭

    • @yvonnesylvia27
      @yvonnesylvia27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Me too!!!😢😢

    • @FairyNailMutha
      @FairyNailMutha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      It’s definitely a bittersweet moment to the point I’m growing out my undercut just to see my curls 😂

    • @ORIGINALREDY2MIX
      @ORIGINALREDY2MIX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Me too my afro puffs are massive but I can do the petal puffs down the line

    • @maggiegitu8879
      @maggiegitu8879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Same same frigging same! It's been 4 days and I already miss my TWA :(

  • @Serenity.9
    @Serenity.9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2065

    I’ve always felt a spiritual pull into getting locs. I’ve started three times only lasting a month in the process because every time i try to start, I kept receiving discouragement from my ego, few family members and worrying about the feedback from the outside world instead of listening to my inside world😔(because deep down I REALLY want to loc my hair). Locs are more than just a hairstyle. You can really discover many aspects of self you were never aware of, when considering or in the process of forming your own locs. Awesome video btw, and your locs are beautiful too💜✨

    • @NotReallyAya.
      @NotReallyAya. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      me too, Idk why Family does that. When you ask an opinion , but really just looking for support. lol

    • @infinitequeen8029
      @infinitequeen8029 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Its the same thing with me too ive started 3x already and now on my 4th but no going back now

    • @jamiemoffitt9639
      @jamiemoffitt9639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Imagine the freedom of loving your natural hair when its Struggle for us our entire lives

    • @moonlight-swimming9316
      @moonlight-swimming9316 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      This...this message is the exact reason I took out my past starter locs. The fact that I stumbled across your message makes me think that it's my time to finally start and keep them in.

    • @mpumesibiya8899
      @mpumesibiya8899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I’ve had them before and I cut them when they were in a ponytail length. As soon as I cut them I knew I had made a huge mistake, It’s been 2 months now with the new ones. I couldn’t help it! I had to restart them again because that’s how much I love dreadlocks and I’m happy this is my second intent coz now I really know and confident that I love them and I’m willing to keep these ones. I’m happy that I got the courage to restart them.

  • @queenkamie1743
    @queenkamie1743 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    2 years later and this video is still serving confirmation to those of us about to start the journey my appointment is this Friday and I’m so excited!

    • @lynnj5145
      @lynnj5145 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same, I'm going to be starting my son as well.

    • @LifeWderriYana
      @LifeWderriYana 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sameee my appointment is tomorrow morning

    • @kimberlywinkfield876
      @kimberlywinkfield876 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Congratulations on your journey

    • @mirandaholloway2315
      @mirandaholloway2315 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Started mine last week

  • @TiaraLGrier
    @TiaraLGrier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +704

    Your #4 was what pushed me to finally get my locs. I swear, if I had to detangle my hair one more time, I was going to absolutely lose my mind!!! Your locs look great! 🦄 🦄 🦄

    • @maggiegitu8879
      @maggiegitu8879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      😂 big relate!

    • @metsl1870
      @metsl1870 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      🙋🏾‍♀️...same here.

    • @ReShea90
      @ReShea90 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I felt your frustration in that second sentence.🥴

  • @sexyladi303
    @sexyladi303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +766

    I’m starting my locs today. This was what I needed. I’ll miss my fro, but ready for a new journey.

    • @ilikepancakes3828
      @ilikepancakes3828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yay! good luck:)

    • @sexyladi303
      @sexyladi303 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ilikepancakes3828 thank you! :-)

    • @theofficalkey2312
      @theofficalkey2312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      i’ve been thinking of starting my locs but im afraid that i will miss my fro too much...any advice?💕

    • @sexyladi303
      @sexyladi303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@theofficalkey2312 I started my locs on 11/6/2020. I wanted to wear my fro at least 4 times. But, I kept strong. My 1st wash was amazing. I did a retwist with it. I am going to wash my hair Xmas eve and just let it be. I’ll retwist maybe 2 weeks after that. I’ve learned to trust the process and just let my babies just do what they want to do.

    • @shavarapitt5752
      @shavarapitt5752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      please keep us updated!!!

  • @nyasiaharris1442
    @nyasiaharris1442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +615

    This should’ve been titled “10 reasons to grow locs” ... “10 things I wish I knew” are normally helpful tips on what not to do

  • @luhz2741
    @luhz2741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +358

    I got so tired of spending 700-900 dollars on weave den having to pay sumbdy 300 just to put it in .... I ended up loc’n my hair

    • @leswestla6528
      @leswestla6528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Girl thats where im at

    • @dontneednomanstoptelllingm8481
      @dontneednomanstoptelllingm8481 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      When you put a weave in or your braids and is hard to wash your hair and then on top of that you have to take it all out and I'm sick of it too I've been natural for like 16 years now and I love my natural hair I just hate putting oils in it I don't mind washing it I'm just really sick of it and I know hair sheds and I get it all over my back in my arms that's why I stay in the bathroom and I just have to take a bath and wash it all all I hate to have to part my hair and put the oils like on your scalp and some oil mean your scalp not your hair and I am really sick of being natural right now and I don't want no relaxer or no perm or no Brazilian blowout I don't want any of that stuff in my hair and I you have not put in my hair years ago but they didn't stay

    • @thekeys2life2day35
      @thekeys2life2day35 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That's why i want to loc mine. But I don't want to wait for the length.

    • @thagirlbre
      @thagirlbre 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thekeys2life2day35 same

    • @thagirlbre
      @thagirlbre 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @wideawakewilliams8971
    @wideawakewilliams8971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +346

    7 months into my lock journey, and I wanted to do this for 25 yrs. I finally did it. And I feel that the shackles are off: No more perms or weaves in order to be accepted white society . Going natural, I feel I’ve finally accepted my beauty from inside and out. My white boyfriend likes the weaves. So I told him, I’ll make an appointment, and he can get one 😂 I love me and my locks. To bad it took 50 yes. to finally free myself.

    • @gwendamoore3734
      @gwendamoore3734 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm 51 and just started my locs last weekend and I feel amazing.

    • @babydaddykilla311
      @babydaddykilla311 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh your white boyfriend likes weave means he don’t like what you look like without

    • @twentytwentyeight
      @twentytwentyeight 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So so happy for you ❤ very glad you didn't end up going 50 more carrying that weight

    • @c.ronthemic7450
      @c.ronthemic7450 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yo, am the years late to this upload but without sounding like a weirdo am in love❤

    • @missbhavin4philly
      @missbhavin4philly 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's where I am!! I'm tired of hair, but don't want to cut it off. I want to start working out more, and don't want to be worried about my hair all the time

  • @spinellii9719
    @spinellii9719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    "god forbid i found out its black owned" 😂😂 yess im buying it off rip

  • @lydiagreat
    @lydiagreat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +291

    Ive been thinking about locking my hair because my hair is ALWAYS in a bun. I’m really thinking about this. Beautiful hair by the way

    • @BarbieDawl.__
      @BarbieDawl.__ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do it!!

    • @renovaketeldijk2724
      @renovaketeldijk2724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      same!! its in a bun most of the time and my scalp itches fast from hairproducts. Im thinking about starting this week.

    • @sandtx1
      @sandtx1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was the same way and locs was the best thing for me. Now even if I dont do anything to my hair, I can still wear it down and feel really good about myself.

  • @AlexisHarris
    @AlexisHarris 3 ปีที่แล้ว +440

    Girl, yes!!! Saving sooooo much money with my new baby locs and my minimalist approach to life 💗💗💗💗 thanks for the gems 💎

    • @LifebyDai
      @LifebyDai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      right! all i use is oil and water

    • @ThisSouthernGirlCooks
      @ThisSouthernGirlCooks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I am leaning towards the journey, ladies!

  • @januarysown
    @januarysown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +199

    When you reached #4, it touched my soul because I’ve reached a point where I dread doing my hair. It’s too time consuming. I’m ready to loc up.

  • @sharyahpalacio9503
    @sharyahpalacio9503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +373

    This is the best "what i wish i knew before...." loc video on TH-cam. Your positive energy towards it is outstandingly unique and i love it!!!! What i expected was a sense of regret or disadvantages or precautions. But what you delivered....... BEAUTY, SELF LOVE, KNOWLEDGE AND ENCOURAGEMENT 🦄🍃💐

    • @WestIndieRay
      @WestIndieRay  3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Wow 😭 thank you for this comment! I’m glad that my intentions aligned with my delivery! Bless up ✨

    • @sharyahpalacio9503
      @sharyahpalacio9503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@WestIndieRay have a beautiful day❤

    • @WestIndieRay
      @WestIndieRay  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      You do the same ❤️

    • @CalmSpotlight
      @CalmSpotlight 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ppl

  • @shabarithelink
    @shabarithelink 3 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    Officially started my locs today.

    • @gcal78
      @gcal78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You okay with your newbie locs?

    • @omarbagent9829
      @omarbagent9829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How’s ur locs now?

    • @youbuddy6132
      @youbuddy6132 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@omarbagent9829 her locks are like to here eyebrows now

    • @darrya8637
      @darrya8637 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How you feeling 5 months in?

    • @youbuddy6132
      @youbuddy6132 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@darrya8637 I’m 3 years in

  • @Raynieday6969
    @Raynieday6969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +492

    I'm 4 months in and I must say, You can't tell me nothing!
    I do feel like the loose hair natural journey is a good prep for locs. After being loose natural for almost four years, this is a breeze 💁🏾‍♀️

    • @leeleeb7413
      @leeleeb7413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Amen!!! I don’t miss having to twist my hair before I go to bed, untwisting, detangling, figuring out how to style...ugh.

    • @herefortheshrimp1469
      @herefortheshrimp1469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      Sometimes I still watch loose natural's videos just to remind myself of all the things I DONT HAVE TO DO now haha

    • @askdrportia
      @askdrportia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Soooo good to hear! Can't handle anything harder than this loose natural life

    • @malikuhh
      @malikuhh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so true!!!

    • @brittanymarieee4375
      @brittanymarieee4375 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@leeleeb7413 that’s the part I didn’t like and I have to do it after I wash or it would be a matted mess

  • @didintleSA
    @didintleSA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +344

    This look really suits you! The makeup, the color and length of your dreads, the nose ring - it works. I wish I could find my look. A change of hairstyle terrifies me! Lol

    • @gigilove1721
      @gigilove1721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Your comment is what I’m thinking the entire video. Every sentence lol

    • @youknowit8726
      @youknowit8726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      same i don't like changing my hair

  • @MommaKong7
    @MommaKong7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    "Now that I have locs and I look like a goddess all the time!" ❤ yes! I am so excited about my locs. I wish I would've started a long time ago.

  • @mike-cs4pv
    @mike-cs4pv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +292

    Congratulations to all my beautiful brothers and sisters of color who's decided to get locs. We are so beautiful with our natural hair, it's really feels like a spiritual thing to our ancestors. Black is beautiful. I pray that we stop spending millions on fake hair trying to be something we're not.

    • @CRU22
      @CRU22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I don't buy hair bc i hate my afro. I do it bc i think it's pretty

    • @sariahlace5944
      @sariahlace5944 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Natural hair of which we never asked for.

    • @lynnj5145
      @lynnj5145 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You didn't ask to be here either but you are right?🤔

  • @mynapturalrocks
    @mynapturalrocks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +356

    Sis, you can't keep dropping video's in the middle of the work day... I gotta keep faking the need to go to the restroom so that I can watch the video RIGHT AWAY! 😂😂😂 #🦄gang

    • @LifebyDai
      @LifebyDai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      lol right i didn't
      even notice this at first

    • @akiinefaexperiencinglife
      @akiinefaexperiencinglife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol, discipline 🤭

    • @Tateyannah
      @Tateyannah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Currently in the bathroom at wrk watching this lol

    • @mynapturalrocks
      @mynapturalrocks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Tateyannah 😂😂😂 She gonna do it to us again tomorrow

    • @Tateyannah
      @Tateyannah 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      !MyNapturalRocks! Hope so lol

  • @WhitneyXNoHouston
    @WhitneyXNoHouston 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    You might not see this but I've been watching this video for months but I cancelled my knotless braids appointment and set my loc appointment 🤞🏾

  •  3 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    Facts!!! I love my locs and I wish I started them years ago too! I was already comfortable with my natural hair but this is a new level of comfort

    • @tiadavis3968
      @tiadavis3968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I did mini braids and everyone thought they were locs and I got so many compliments! That’s when I knew it was time to do it frfr! I felt so good and so free! I’m getting loc’d next week!

  • @moody6948
    @moody6948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I’m always doing faux locs on my hair and after watching this video I think I’m ready! Everything you said was facts facts facts! Your personality is refreshing.

  • @thebravebird
    @thebravebird 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    "if you needed confirmation, this is your confirmation"!!! YAS SIS!!! I love your insight on how locs are resistance! I'm growing out my tapered fro for another year, but as soon as it's long enough to loc up, I'm there. Gonna start my kindergartner's locs this weekend. Thank you for this!

  • @dd470_
    @dd470_ ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg!!! I’m sooo on the fence😩😩😩 I feel like Imma miss my curls and loose hair one day and gonna have to cut them off just to start over… and my hair is already long so it would be devastating 😣
    Edited: 10months later after initially making this comment, I have my loc consultation scheduled and feeling more confident to make the leap after seeing West Indies Ray comb her locs out now! She’s inspired to go ahead and do it and it’s comforting to know that it’s not such a permanent choice after all!❤

  • @katsukibakugo5190
    @katsukibakugo5190 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I didn't think locs were stylish when I was younger. Now I'm sixteen, I found this video then truly took a deep dive into what it meant to have locs and now I've started my own journey...after this morning's hair appointment and I have no regrets. I fall on the shrinkage side for starters, but I have no doubt that I will see such beautiful growth later down the line.😊

  • @destinyd0311
    @destinyd0311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    I wanted to start my locs years ago as well but I was scared but once I started watching ur videos amongst other people I was like Destiny do that shit girl 🙌🏾 4months loced

    • @LifebyDai
      @LifebyDai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      congrats!!

    • @akiinefaexperiencinglife
      @akiinefaexperiencinglife 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      OmG I am so tempted!

    • @destinyd0311
      @destinyd0311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nefa LA Reina just go for it. Best decision ever. You can always take them down if you don’t like them.

    • @LifebyDai
      @LifebyDai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@destinyd0311 exactly you can comb them out. i comb my first set out. now i have 6 year locs and just made a video about it

    • @staciep5891
      @staciep5891 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your locs are beautiful

  • @thefrequencychemist
    @thefrequencychemist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m here because I feel I’m ready to start my loc journey. I relate so much to this vid. I change my hair A LOT. Im a minimalist, and really dislike having to do my own hair. it’s also a spiritual journey for me. You’ve got yourself a new follower gurl!!!!

  • @mlinds111
    @mlinds111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    girl i needed this right now. i just had a conversation with a family friend who told me not to loc my hair because it looks « messy like a rasta » and i felt so discouraged. then i saw ur video and i was sad bc i thought it would be negative but you pulled a whole 360! thank you for this encouragement ily💗

    • @KH-ot7ls
      @KH-ot7ls ปีที่แล้ว

      My mom don’t like locs I was locd before for 10 years I’m about to do them again already twisted my hair it’s so much more freeing and less expensive to maintain period I love locs

  • @nikitaowen614
    @nikitaowen614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I felt this so much! Im starting my loc journey tomorrow and i was feeling my toes getting cold but you seriously just brought the warmth back to my soul! I am doing right by my body and mind; my spirit will thank me when i cross over. Thank you girl for the confidence boost!🥰

  • @ritaspeakslife7511
    @ritaspeakslife7511 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Sis, can I tell you how much I appreciated your energy in this video. Had one set of locs and cut them and was contemplating restarting. Done deal now 🙌🏾👑✨ Thank you for sharing your love, light, and journey.

  • @speakingthetruthinlovemini8795
    @speakingthetruthinlovemini8795 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I’m 51 years of age and wanted something carefree in my middle age so I agave begun my loc journey! I’m spiritually excited about this journey and I thank God for you sharing this video because I wanted to quit but I’m happy with my decision!! You brought confirmation!! 🙌🏾🙏🔥

    • @acharich
      @acharich 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🔥🔥🔥

  • @PrettiMiki
    @PrettiMiki 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    #9 is my favorite reason too! I just got my locs installed today!! Between you and other TH-camrs, y’all inspired me to dive head first into radical self love and take this journey. I can’t wait to see how it turns out. Thank you for your transparency and your voice! 💕

  • @jessicabryant8844
    @jessicabryant8844 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have my consultation appointment today and was getting a little nervous. This video definitely reassured me that I am super ready! Thank you for posting this, I also didn't need to hesitate to subscribe! So excited to start my loc journey 🖤

  • @kaiylabarber9174
    @kaiylabarber9174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    #10! I’m only 2 months in and I already feel that my locs are hot fiyah!🔥 I’m so grateful for my locs and the confidence I’ve gained! Thx for the vids! ❤️

  • @jaia5468
    @jaia5468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I am starting my locs and u made me feel more confident about getting them. U are a BEAUTIFUL Woman and i LOVE ur locs and the color 💫 keep doing u girl.

  • @keyarahamilton2804
    @keyarahamilton2804 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Girl I feel like this was a sign to go through with my starter loc appointment. Out of all the videos I researched on locs none was as positive as this. I have been natural for 4 or 5 years now and still haven’t mastered how to do my hair. I hate doing my hair and it never seems to act right. I was always scared that locs wouldn’t look good on me but thanks to your video & all the benefits of getting locs it really inspired me to go through with it.

  • @kema7
    @kema7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love your ch!! Your energy is so postive!! You are glowing!! I have thigh length Locs 13yrs loced up!! I don't put anything on my hair and scalp that I can't ingest. My locs for me = freedom, confidence and calm!!

  • @riakohn7931
    @riakohn7931 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yessss! I am so ready to start my dread journey! It's been on my mind for a while now & you just made it a conformation for me. Thanks girly! 🥰I definitely need all the pointers for starting this life journey!

  • @brookwilson1858
    @brookwilson1858 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    " Fear not , for I am with you ; be not dismayed , for I am your God ; I will strengthen you . I will help you I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.". Isaiah 41: 10💗🙏🏾

  • @twentytwentyeight
    @twentytwentyeight 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Maxine from Living Single always shone like a jewel when I was a kid. I was captivated by her locs. Finally on my journey long after this video was published, and very thankful you shared your lessons so someone from the future could get the extra encouragement to keep going ❤❤❤ you've got beautiful energy and locs

  • @0010rainee
    @0010rainee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    reasons #7 and #8 >>>
    i love hearing how beautiful this journey has made you feel. my loc journey has been amazing so far, too. thank you for this video 💜❤

  • @nkariukimusic
    @nkariukimusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i dyed my hair light brown yesterday and got locs right after & so i'm sooo excited to have found your videos!! thank you so much for all the info!!!❣️

  • @creviapullen1669
    @creviapullen1669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m so happy I found your video, I just started my Loc Journey and I literally was just saying this in my IG video I posted; I feel so empowered and beautiful and I’m thrilled to see where this adventure leads to...I’m loving embracing the natural me. Thank you for sharing your perspective Queen! I appreciate you!

  • @jaszyboo
    @jaszyboo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad I found you! Started my locs April 1st with two strand twists and it has already been a journey. I am slowly gaining my confidence and glowing in it.

  • @angelg8618
    @angelg8618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your hair! I just started my Locs about two weeks ago. I am so excited about this journey, and it's lovely to hear others' testimony about their Locs.
    I look forward to seeing more of your videos!

  • @laurenyoung1708
    @laurenyoung1708 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    “Kick rocks with no socks” had me cackling lmaoo. Your locs are beautiful and love all the points you made. You are the second person I heard talk about the spiritual side, which first sparked my interest in getting locs. I’m inspired even more after watching this video 🙌🏾

  • @tayzjuhtv44
    @tayzjuhtv44 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are so easy to watch and listen to. Your energy is so calming and your words motivate me to start my loc journey even more! It’s a bit nerve wracking but my soul really wants this!! I’m so ready

  • @dorotheastewart9094
    @dorotheastewart9094 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve waited 50 years to start my loc journey. Only a month in but I now fell so peaceful & happy.
    Glad I found your channel.

  • @GlowinNaturally
    @GlowinNaturally 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yess!! I love this spin on what you wish you knew. My locs turned out to be fire and they aren’t mature yet. Whew, the spiritual journey is no joke with locs 😫 wouldn’t trade it for the world.

  • @dianew251
    @dianew251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Yes #4. Spent so much time researching different hair styles and spending my entire weekend doing my hair just to look nice..... So glad I'm 1 month on my loc journey and I'm loving it. Just want to wake up and look like a goddess without spending hours in my head.

  • @AleeMarissaJ
    @AleeMarissaJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been contemplating love for a while now. After deciding to do research I found your channel and I’ve been getting I many SIGNS to start my journey! I also want to start a TH-cam channel and you are TRULY inspiring ✨✨

  • @tamarabland5261
    @tamarabland5261 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are definitely an inspiration. I’ve been wanting to get locs for a couple years now. I came across your channel yesterday and I’ve been binge watching your videos all day lol. At first I was a little worried about what people might think about me locing my hair but now I could care less bcuz I know in my heart that this is what I’m supposed to do. Your locs are beautiful and Just watching your hair journey over the past couple days has really helped me to be more confident in my decision. Thank you! 🦄❤️

  • @momed8992
    @momed8992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I appreciate your comments, I am on my third set of locs. Just started them and I love them and myself with them, what they represent- the natural beauty I am blessed with! They are different, and I started them myself with no products so I’m proud of that. Thanks for reaffirming my decision for me! Bless you

  • @Ms21Chick
    @Ms21Chick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love the twist you put on this. You inspired me to do mine, and I'm loving them!!

  • @extra-ebony
    @extra-ebony 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I binge watched so many of your videos and I finally started my loc journey! I’m 3 weeks in now and loving how my hair is changing 🤍

  • @hippiesunflower6188
    @hippiesunflower6188 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Today is Day 2 of my loc journey, I’m excited. I’ve always wanted locs but now I think I’m mentally mature for the journey. Thank you for sharing this , it just confirmed that I want them.

  • @Earth2Sita
    @Earth2Sita 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I started my locs after watching your original starter locs video. Its been a little over two months and I am so happy I did it. I love myself more than ever before and it is so beautiful to finally love and accept my hair and myself for just the way it is. This process has assisted in huge ways in my healing, especially regarding my view of self and others. My crown is growing faster than ever before and I don't even care (the way I used to be obsessed with length). I'm currently trying to find the sweet spot for my retwists because my hair texture is similar to yours. One week out and I have a fro lol. But I'm learning to love it. Thanks so much for your insight!
    Don't wait any longer if yall are thinking of locing. It the best decision I ever made for my hair.

    • @acharich
      @acharich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ✨🙌🏾✨

  • @Panta_RheiWay
    @Panta_RheiWay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I re-locked my hair today after watching your manifest videos over the past week! I had cut them off during a spiritual journey these last two years but I’m now ready to start another one!!

  • @selfishfiction
    @selfishfiction 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m already on the fence, you’re definitely giving me the motivation to keep leaning toward locing

  • @aishaali5138
    @aishaali5138 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I live for your videos!! two months into my loc journey and you are speaking word straight out of my heart.. YOU ARE APPRECIATED

  • @venturewithchar
    @venturewithchar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This literally pushed me to go ahead and get my locs. Thank you for this 🙏🏾

  • @lakeishawhite4496
    @lakeishawhite4496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Starting my loc journey tomorrow!! Super excited!!!!

  • @graysonhill4785
    @graysonhill4785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m 3 months into my locs and it’s all because I watched your videos over quarantine. I love them so much

  • @5iveTheGoddess
    @5iveTheGoddess 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dope video! TFS! I'm starting my loc journey next month and I'm soooo hype! 🙌🏾 I've been thinking about it for 5+ years and recently, my spirit was really pulling me to do it. So happy I found your channel 🙏🏾✨

  • @toya8888
    @toya8888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Definitely starting my love journey today. This was all the confirmation that I needed!

  • @raqualight6030
    @raqualight6030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Been watching u since I started my journey 7 weeks ago. My hair is locking so easily & it looks good . Keep these videos coming. I appreciate you!

  • @soleilisa
    @soleilisa 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The beauty of your soul really shines through these videos, girl! ! I’ve been thinking about starting my loc journey and this video resonated so so deeply & really helped a lot; thank you! 💚✨

  • @LovelyVoice222
    @LovelyVoice222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for this! I get my starter locs done next weekend and you gave me all the confidence I needed to do it! The only thing I’m scared about is that I have fine hair and it breaks easily, but a lot of people have suggested different natural oils that will help with that. And you’re right, the loc community are extremely welcoming and I love that!

  • @marquittacrichlow3769
    @marquittacrichlow3769 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for your testimony and sharing!!!!!!!💞 This is a confirmation why I started my loc journey!!!!❤💓💞

  • @myriamdhaiti2935
    @myriamdhaiti2935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is something i am really happy about, the fact that i was hyped since day 1 of s tarting my locs. I just celebrated 3 years and honestly this is for me a wonderful thing. I would've started wayyyyy sooner if I knew that locs would free me. 🤍

  • @sasheencameron9121
    @sasheencameron9121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hearing you talk about your locs makes me feel so grounded ❤️

  • @ShesSayingSomething
    @ShesSayingSomething 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is it! This is the video that’s starting my loc journey. thank you!

  • @NaturallyIndia
    @NaturallyIndia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    I needed this 💗 I’ve been back and forth on getting locs for a while now. My spirit keeps pulling me back to it, so I think I’m going to take that leap

    • @tonilasHai
      @tonilasHai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Go for it ! You will soon regret not starting sooner, I’m 7 months in so far.

    • @Simply_Deanna_726
      @Simply_Deanna_726 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I’m in the same boat. I’ve been thinking of starting for years.

    • @minabee7729
      @minabee7729 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes honey so am i

    • @schamb90
      @schamb90 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same but I’ve decided to go ahead and do it. Shooting for February 2021

    • @MiVidaBellisima
      @MiVidaBellisima 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I feel the same way! But I do all my hair maintenance myself and the idea of getting an hairstyle I can’t do myself is intimidating

  • @tammieo8124
    @tammieo8124 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I’m at my one year anniversary, and I wish had started sooner. I do not miss detangling, trying to find a “cute” style etc. I feel so carefree 💃🏾💃🏾

  • @jadebuchanan4349
    @jadebuchanan4349 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes Ray 🦄💞 let them know sis the loc journey is definitely that a journey and I’m loving every moment of it !

  • @shatariaevans4332
    @shatariaevans4332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yep! You got me! 😂 I’m definitely getting my locs now. I’ve been contemplating and getting them and taking them down for 4 years now. All of the things you said, I felt in my Soul! From buying Countless products, to getting up Extra early to do my hair, from making sure I’m using good products, and just simply wanting to look pretty! I think it’s time I make that commitment 🤗🤞🏾 and yes, you have inspired me so Thank You!

  • @nanaspostage
    @nanaspostage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    im 14 and i want to start them, and im low key scared, but imma do my research

  • @sachikobarrett5914
    @sachikobarrett5914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I started my journey this past Saturday. I'm getting so many compliments. I cant wait to see how they are going to look when they mature!

  • @queenvenus9128
    @queenvenus9128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Girl, you are gorgeous and your locs compliment your beauty so well

  • @Visionz2022
    @Visionz2022 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is fire. I just started my loc journey two months ago. I have embraced the beauty that's naturally within. My hair is going through releasing perm from all those years but I love the different stages. Thanks for this. It has grounded to accept the process

  • @steelekam
    @steelekam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Ive been on the fence about starting my journey. Im definitely doing them TODAY😁🖤

    • @tymakaeli1480
      @tymakaeli1480 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm still on the fence, I need to make a decision like asap, all I wear is passion twist crochet braids. I want my hair to grow! Hope your journey is going well 🙏🏽

  • @pinkyswaggz
    @pinkyswaggz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Watching this as I'm washing my hair to lock it.

  • @nnekachichester6000
    @nnekachichester6000 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am starting my journey today, so I am here looking at videos. I’m excited!

  • @allegralockett1567
    @allegralockett1567 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super excited! I start my loc journey tomorrow.

  • @_cookingwithty
    @_cookingwithty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +195

    Lol you sound like me with the “I change my hair too much” excuse. I decided to just go ahead this year because of the quarantine and because I realized I spent basically all of last year in mini twists.

    • @SlimSassyClassy
      @SlimSassyClassy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s me 😩 I literally do change my hair a lot and get tired of looking at the same style very quickly. I cut it every year though and I love wearing it in a pixie cut. I want to do sister locs though

    • @ohellosunshine7
      @ohellosunshine7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      GIRL SAME!!! I’ve been in mini twists 90% of 2021. I have finally caved, loc’d for two weeks now!

    • @_cookingwithty
      @_cookingwithty 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ohellosunshine7 welcome to the club 🥳

  • @mydiaryincolor
    @mydiaryincolor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    We’re the same person! My mom had the same response, I changed my hair sooooo much. Braids, cutting it into short Mohawks, bangs, colors, etc. but deep down I knew I would get my locs when I was ready....I have started locs now and I’m loving it so far!!

  • @lp13718
    @lp13718 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i really need to watch this video and loved every minute. i will be starting my loc journey soon into this new year and cannot wait because i need to work on self love and my hair is my crown. Plus, my family is Jamaican so just knowing that my hair will connect me even more with my cultural roots makes me happy. Thanks for making this video💕

  • @minniexx7394
    @minniexx7394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yessss to all of this. My 11 yo and I both have locs now after watching your journey! We are sooo excited each month seeing our growth and going through this new journey together with her has been quite special. Especially since she is the one who convinced me to get them, I had never even considered them but like you now I always think I should’ve done this a LONG time ago. I don’t miss detangling or styling my hair at all. Lol.

    • @LifebyDai
      @LifebyDai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      girl yes ! and it gets easy as the years go on . Im at 6 years

  • @bodybynature3460
    @bodybynature3460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank You Queen. I'm in my late 50s, retired and one month in. I had so much damage, and they aren't locd yet. I can't believe the growth in one month. I'm going for it!🖤

  • @miracleedden2914
    @miracleedden2914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Her whole vibe is what I want in my life😂 she's my goals fr tho🥺 I'm starting my loc journey soon and chile I'm so excited 😆

  • @jazziegurlt22
    @jazziegurlt22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I appreciate your speaking to the spiritual and grounding qualities. I'm starting mine mid Feb and picked the dates based on good astrology aspects. So excited about this next chapter!

  • @TMC-lj8ix
    @TMC-lj8ix 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video. I am/was on the fence about starting locks but you have truly encouraged me to go for it!!! I can relate to the confidence that locs may give, as I enjoyed that same empowerment when I decided to go natural 7 years ago! This is the next step on my journey of building my confidence and self-empowerment! I watched several videos prior to this one because I wanted to hear the cons and thought this video would do the same thing, and perhaps offer more cons that the others did not offer, but you spoke to that part of me that made me consider starting locs to begin with! Thank you again! God bless!

  • @SashieETV
    @SashieETV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Your face is so gorgeous! I'd love to see a makeup routine. Number 6 = goals 🙌🏾

  • @JuJuann
    @JuJuann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I 100 % agree...It feels so good just spraying my hair with water and walking out the door. I feel locs is a style that speaks for itself. I just told myself the other day I wish I would have started this journey in High School. I know I would have made better choices as a kid because my locs I would have attracted a different type of friends and boys in school...I'm 45 years old and I'm finally transforming into the woman I always was on the inside

  • @ramonamd7575
    @ramonamd7575 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the first video I've watched about a loc journey and I'm so happy that it was. Your #8 is my #1 reason why I haven't started. I didnt want to loc in the energy im holding now, I wanted to reach that point of knowing and connecting BEFORE I started. Thanks for given us this video.

  • @jademapp7312
    @jademapp7312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am 11 months in and i really needed this video. I have been going thru a bit of a depression and that is usually what causes me to either cut my hair off or comb my locs out. This is my third attempt and the longest i have ever gone in my journey. I'm very proud of myself but right now I am fighting my thoughts and the urge to comb them out. Your video has helped quiet down that inner voice that has been nagging me. Thank you so much

  • @simplybee871
    @simplybee871 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Loved this video, I started my locs on Sunday and I feel odd,, can’t explain it. But i know this journey is going to teach me a lot about my self

    • @vonjafinney5920
      @vonjafinney5920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just got mine today. I feel odd too