Dreadlocks Hairstyle: How I Gave My Long Locs a Short Makeover

Petal Locs HairstyleAchieving a short sassy look with longer locs is possible. If you are always yearning to try out some of the trendy short hairstyles for locs, but your dreads are on the longer side, there are a few tricks that you can do to wear your hair short, temporarily.

When I just started my dreads, I kind of liked the short messy look sometimes, but still wanted my hair to grow longer so I could do those cute hairstyles that required a good amount of length.

Fast forward to over 3 years of growing my locs, I sometimes wish to have shorter hairstyles, not necessarily short hair, so one day I decided to give my locs a short makeover with the popular petal hairstyle. I like the classy, chic look, that can be worn on any occasion. This is how long my locs was before doing this short style.

long locsShort Petal Hairstyle on Long Locs

 

 

 

 

 

Keep Your Long Locs  Short With the Petal Hairstyle

Don’t worry about losing your beautiful head of locs if you decide to get this hairstyle done. There is a little trick to achieving this look without cutting a strand of your loc. All you need is a few small black elastic bands and you’re good to go.

The technique that is used for the petal locs hairstyle, is simply bending a strand of loc or a few at a time. If you have smaller locs, you may need to bend multiple locs at a time, then secure them with elastic bands.

If you do them the right way, the elastic bands won’t show. Make sure that you secure them near the roots of your locs. Another thing, if your hair is super long, you can bend your locs multiple times to get the desired length of your loops.

The good thing about this petal locs hairstyle, is that I still got to massage my scalp with my castor oil without pulling out the style.

This locs style is perfect for special occasions like weddings, receptions, parties, etc. If you cover your hair at nights, this hairstyle can last for 1-2 weeks, until you’re ready for a wash. To keep them hydrated and bouncy, spritz some water mixed with natural essential oils.

A Quick Update For My Locs

Dreadlocs 3 plus updateHey guys, I just wanted to drop by and give you a quick locs update, since I haven’t given you one in a while. As of now, my 3 1/2-year-old locs is doing great. There are no major changes.

My dreads are still looking thick and healthy as usual. The one thing I noticed is that my locs growth seem to slow down a bit. I must admit that I’m guilty of one thing. As of lately, I’ve been so busy over the summer, I kind of slacked up a bit when it comes to massaging my scalp with the Jamaican Black Castor Oil and coconut oil mixture.

Before the summer started, I used to religiously massage my scalp with the oils a couple times a week. I think one of the reasons why I don’t massage my scalp that often, is because the summer is so hot, so I try to keep my dreads in a hairstyle that will keep me cool. When it’s styled, I find myself not getting the chance to oil or massage my scalp that often.

What I do sometimes, is I will use my Afro pick comb to run through the roots of my locs. This is similar to finger massages. You should try this too. Massaging your scalp with this comb leaves your scalp feeling tingly and refreshed. It stimulates hair-growth, while giving you a much needed massage.

Aloe Vera: The Natural Way to Regrow Receding Hairline

20170707_101132Receding hairline is a common condition that many people have to endure across the world, whether they have natural hair or processed hair. Aloe Vera, which is considered to be a miracle plant and has been around for decades, is a natural home remedy known to grow back lost edges.

Regrow Edges Fast

Regrowing your hairline may vary from person to person. The rate of growth depends on genetics or the hairline regrowth regimen that you’re using. It’s best to work with one remedy at a time and give it time to work. Patience is the key here.

Aloe Vera Home Remedy to Regrow Hairline

Aloe Vera Loss Edges RemedyBelieve it or not, this prickly edge natural growing plant may just be the solution to your receding hairline problem. This stylish plant might be growing somewhere in your garden as we speak, waiting for someone to recognize it for its powerful medicinal properties.

The Aloe Vera plant can be traced back to thousands of years when it was used for many different health benefits, both internal and external, such as for burns, sunburn, skin moisturizer, wound care, etc.

Scalp Massage and Aloe Vera

In addition to using Aloe Vera to regrow edges, applying regular scalp massages, is the way to go for faster hairline growth. If you’re just starting to have thinning hairline, now is the time to reverse it with natural remedies before you lose all your hairline.

Daily scalp massages can stimulate the hair follicles, encouraging new hair-growth in that area. Aloe Vera is mild, unless you have an allergy to it. It is always best to test a little of whatever  you’re using for the first time, to make sure you’re not allergic to it.