Approaching My Three-Year Locs Anniversary

It seems like just yesterday when I made the big decision to grow dreadlocks. When I just started I didn’t know it was so much hard work, but I enjoyed the challenges that came my way. Well, not all of them, I must be honest, but I must say that I’ve learned a lot along the way.

Comparing Locs Progression

Now when I look back on the pictures that I took in those early days when I had my starter locs, I can see so much improvement in the overall health of my dreads. If you look at everyone who grow dreads, you will quickly notice that each person has their own unique look. It all boils down to how well you take care of your hair, and your diet also plays a role too.

Bittersweet Moments From my Early Days of Growing my Locs to Present

 

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2015

If you are thinking of getting starter locs for this upcoming year, you should really do your research before you start the journey. This will help make the transition much more easier.

Taking care of dreadlocks involves more detailed care than regular hair. First of all, you don’t wash your locs the same way you would wash regular hair. There’s a certain technique that is involved. If you are new to my website, take a few minutes to get some quick tips for healthier locs.

Reaping the Rewards

As your locs get more matured, the journey gets so much easier. Sometimes after washing your hair, you won’t even have to re-twist it all the time, because it’s already locked nicely without much loose hair. Just do your regular locs maintenance such as oiling your scalp with natural oils. See more information on the types of oils that are best for dreadlocks.

Block Out Negative Energy

Those of you who are about to start your journey of growing your dreads, get ready for criticism and weird looks or questions from some people. You’re going to have to be strong and not care what other people say or believe. It’s your life and only you can live it. Keep that in mind and learn how to block out negative energy, if it does come your way.

Getting Locs – Am I Really Ready for This Big Hair Change

I wrote a blog post about going back to my natural hair last year. Right now I’ve decided to get locs/dreads. I think I am ready for the big change. On December 28th 2013, I palm rolled my hair, but unlike the last time I did it, I decided to just leave them and let them lock.

Last week after reading anything I could find on the internet about washing baby locs, I finally washed my hair. At first I was scared that my locs would unravel, but they didn’t. They were looking frizzy after the wash, but I eventually got rid of that after I re-twisted my hair.

I used the Jamaican Mango and Lime Resistant Formula Locking Gel to do my re-twist. It smelled good and didn’t leave any flakes in my hair. I read somewhere that washing your new dreads are actually beneficial, contrary to what some people may think.

I am getting ready for another wash soon now that I know that my hair won’t unravel. I like to smell the fresh scent of the shampoo after washing. Someone recommended Suave shampoo, so I tried the Suave Shea Butter and Almond. Even five days after washing my hair with it, I still smell the heavenly smell.

At first when you get new dreads, you will have to go through different phases such as frizziness, but after your hair is locked, it should get way better. I am going to stick it out and not get discouraged. When locs are matured I think they look so beautiful. It’s time to embrace my beautiful hair and wear it with pride.