Diva Letters: How Soon Can I Wash My Locs?

Diva Letters

By: Lauren Francis-Jackson

 

 

Martina, a loc'd diva beginning her loc journey, asks:

 

Hello Diva,

How soon can I wash my locs?  I have been loc'd for a month now.  Also, how do I wash my locs for the first time-- with or without a stocking cap?

 

The Sisterlocked Diva's Reply:

Congrats Martina on making it through your first month of your loc journey!  It has been an interesting journey I am sure so far-- learning about natural hair care in a different state.  With starter locs, it varies when you should wash your starter locs including the method used to begin your locs, and curl pattern.  You began your locs with two strands and have more of a loose and wavy curl pattern.  I would suggest using clips and/or rubber bands to secure your hair-- this will help the twists with minimal unravelling.  Then, you should shampoo your locs with the stocking cap.  The shampoo should be diluted-- mixture in a spray bottle or color bottle with long spout.  Washing your hair through a stocking cap also will help with unravelling.  After washing and rinsing thoroughly, retwist any locs that may have unravelled.  You can allow your loc babies to air dry!!  Good luck with your first wash!

 

~The Sisterlocked Diva



 

Diva Letters

Diva Letters

By:  Lauren Francis-Jackson

 

 

New feature on the blog-- do you have question about natural hair, makeup, skin care, fashion or other beauty items?  You can even ask me questions about me!  Whatever your question, I will answer them here in this segment.  To ask your question, send me a message or email me!  I will respond here!  Here's our first one:

 

 

Nikki asks:  "What is your opinion of human hair braid extentions?  I am thinking about them for February and March"

 

 

The Sisterlocked Diva response: 

 

I LOVE braids Nikki!!  Braids are a great protective style because they allow your hair to completely rest since it is braided up.  I like different kinds of braids: sengalese, box braids, cornrows, afro twists, and kinky twists just to name a few.  I have used braids in my transition to natural, and as a protective style.  It is a great way to mix your hair up especially in the colder months.    I think it is important to keep a few things in mind with braids:

 

 

•  Be careful with the braider!  Be sure she is not braiding the edges too tight as this can cause breakage.
• You must take care of your hair while in this style!  You can still wash your hair and oil your scalp while in braids!
• My preference:  I prefer human hair extentions
• In preparation for braiding, do a good deep conditioner before beginning braids and afterwards.  Conditioning your hair is important for retaining length and maximizing growth. 
• Maximum time to keep braids in your hair 6 to 8 weeks

Take care of YOUR hair while in braids and you will be fine!!

~The Sisterlocked Diva