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Trick or Treat?! The REAL on faux locs and loc extensions

Trick or Treat?! The REAL on faux locs and loc extensions

So, I’m just going to get right into it...This debate has been an ongoing hot topic for a few years now and I couldn’t let my first blog-year pass, without addressing it and my thoughts on the subject. I have read many articles, blogs, and comments from people who are in and outside of the loc co...
3 Ways To Level Up As A Locpreneur

3 Ways To Level Up As A Locpreneur

In light of my recent partnership with Curly Beauty Supply Co. in the Altamonte Mall (Yessss!), I decided to talk entrepreneurship in this blog. I am and will forever (unless I cut my locs) be a locpreneur! I know you’ve probably never heard of a locpreneur, that’s because I made it up, lol. A lo...
3 Tips To Avoid The "Ugly Phase"

3 Tips To Avoid The "Ugly Phase"

People are always talking about the infamous and most dreaded “ugly phase” of the loc process. For most, that phase starts at about 6 months and goes until the end of the first year or so. It is the stage when the locs begin to bud and swell in different areas, when they are no where near long en...
Is it just us...Or do you do this too?

Is it just us...Or do you do this too?

Is it just me or does everyone who has locs do this? I have been loc’d now for fourteen years, which at times I still can’t believe. One thing that I’ve noticed I do, no matter where I am, without fail, is always notice and look at other people who have locs. Not because I have loc envy, I’ve bee...
How To Oil Your Locs In Under 5 Minutes

How To Oil Your Locs In Under 5 Minutes

All of my clients would agree that the #1 question I ask is, "Have you been oiling your hair?!" Simply oiling your hair can completely change the look and feel of your locs. I have seen it countless of times. You don't realize how much of a difference it makes until you start doing it on a consis...