10 Starter Loc Tips and Tricks I Wish I Knew In My 'Baby Locs' Stage

There are multiple tips that I abide by currently that I didn't know about when I first started out my loc journey. These tips can be helpful especially for those in the first 8-9 months of their loc journey. However some of these tips and tricks can apply to those at any stage in their loc journey!
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[@holisticflo]

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[@litawi7869]

I’m 48 hours into my starter loc journey. I’m so EXCITED! I have had a long loving relationship with my hair, I can’t wait to see what she gone do!

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting your journey!

[@melalenzfriendz]

I just started 48hrs ago on my bday(Thanksgiving) 😂🙏🏾 . What's your 6 month update👀

[@projectseven2856]

How is it going .. ? I’m one month in. And my two strands keep unraveling 😢I’m embracing the journey. Also I’m starting a new job and I’m nervous about wearing my natural hair..

[@joblairsingh5460]

What’s the next steps when your locks that to losses 😮

[@joblairsingh5460]

I’m just a week on my journey

[@jeslyna4907]

Hey guys! Jesus is coming on a day we least expect. So plss use the time you have now to get right with Him and call upon Him, He loves us all💞

[@katchike]

officially 4 months locd and i’m noticing how much my hair has changed. my hair is starting to have a mind of it’s own and i’m having a lot of fun. it’s freeing actually

[@holisticflo]

Yes!! That is the most beautiful part of the journey

[@Tonkah]

When you said “hand in hair syndrome” I was deadass touching my new growth 😅😂

[@holisticflo]

😂😂😂 that awareness kicked right in

[@themajesticwierdo2193]

I'm coming up on 4 weeks into my loc journey. I did a lot of research before i decided to two strand twist my loose hair and I'm still gathering as much information as I can. As a loose natural I tried all the styles and began to gravitate towards marley twists and faux locs only and thought I should just loc my hair. So I did lol for many reasons too but mainly I was over manipulating my hair and just wanted to let it do what it wanted to do. Best decision. And your locs are absolutely gorgeous and so are you! 💕

[@holisticflo]

Thanks so much for the feedback and compliments. Glad you found what was right for your hair. The hair will thank you for that!

[@AnniiPooh]

The hand in hair thing, that’s me 😭

[@holisticflo]

😂

[@nbcommiedyke]

thank you for these tips! just a note: everything has a chemical name, whether or not you can "pronounce" it has nothing to do with its "naturalness" or safety. and "chemicals" aren't inherently bad, just pay attention to the properties of the ingredient and what you're trying to achieve.

[@holisticflo]

Hi and Thanks for that information! Always open to learning new things

[@shalenah]

so true! i learned this as soon as i started looking into making my own body creams and lotions, often times those things are needed unless you want mold to grow in the product lol

[@ReShea90]

A little over two months into my journey and I'm loving it. Thanks for the tips. Sidenote: Your eyebrows are gorgeous!

[@holisticflo]

I’m glad you enjoy the content! And thanks!

[@Cilla903]

I’m 3 days into my starter locs. I really can’t wait to see how it looks. I always wanted locs but didn’t want to start with the short phrase. But I’m ready now.

[@holisticflo]

Welcome to the loc journey! You got this

[@Adrienne.Michelle91]

Started my loc journey 3 days ago and I’m excited!! I’ve always been curious about locking my hair so I’m looking forward to see what my hair’s gonna do.

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting your journey!

[@akwiim6261]

how's it going?

[@MizzPerez22]

I am nine months in my loc journey. There has been a lot of trials and error, but I’ve also learned a lot about my hair and what it needs. I started with my hair sectioned and a boxed neatly but it’s semi free form now less stressful on my scalp and me. My advice if I may is that you should learn to do your own hair because going to a Loctician can get pricey. And there is so much beauty in doing it yourself.

[@holisticflo]

Yesss and you can be your own loctician! 🙌🏾

[@LavenderGA1]

I am 1.5 years in & gray at 65 years old. I must say my locs look great. I started with length. I love 'em.

[@holisticflo]

Awesome 🙌🏾

[@Kayla_N23]

Great video, I love your locs so much. I’ll be 2 years next week!

[@Hakudoshi_Yuki]

One year locd, but always looking for good tips and tricks.

[@toknowmeistoluvme]

Thanks for sharing you journey,I'm just starting,I'm here for it can't wait to get started.

[@holisticflo]

Thanks for watching!

[@kingeli5737]

Just started Sunday.. excited to begin this journey

[@holisticflo]

Aye welcome to the loc journey!

[@samdamon4551]

I’m 3 months in my starter loc phase and you’re absolutely right the hair is gonna do what it wants I’ve had to stop doing as many styles and manipulation and I see better results from growth💯

[@ArrianMusiq]

lol same..... im 3 moths in as well, and i absolutely love my locs.

[@holisticflo]

Ayyee thats wassup well im glad it resonated with you and so early into the journey

[@denilsonmonteiro.7918]

Yo, thank you much, I’m brushing my hair so much, I thought it would help. Thank you so much.

[@holisticflo]

You’re so welcome! 🙌🏾

[@shayalash4082]

You just got a new subscriber. Thank you for all your support, you are helping me through my journey

[@holisticflo]

Im glad you enjoy the content thanks!

[@isa_virtual]

thanks for the tips, saving this video so I can remember doing these things when I start my loc journey again lol 👐🏾

[@holisticflo]

Ayyee glad you enjoyed it!

[@carlsmith6325]

Good video sister, some useful tips. Thanks.

[@holisticflo]

Thank you glad you enjoyed it!

[@Lamusbalance]

This is very helpful information Lolo. I am on month 2 of my loc journey! Much power to you reflection

[@holisticflo]

Im glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment

[@coffeecolor2452]

Started my loc journey today, I'm so excited 🎉

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting! Welcome to the journey

[@holisticflo]

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[@marquisstafford1074]

I’m one month into my starter loc journey. Your video was very informative and enjoyable to watch. Thank you

[@holisticflo]

I'm glad it was helpful for you!

[@mimiwaldon8396]

I just started my journey last night!! I’m so excited 😊

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting! 🎉

[@jrowe001]

This was such a great video. It is clear to see you put thought into this. 3wks in and I'm so happy, so excited. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@holisticflo]

You are so welcome!

[@danniemarsh3313]

2 weeks in and your video is very helpful

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting your journey! Glad it was helpful

[@ronnellrucks8027]

I just started my locs yesterday this video gave me a idea of what I need to do and I understood everything you said thank you ❤

[@holisticflo]

You're welcome!

[@enoshallen]

Great content

[@IkambaDeVictoire]

Your hair is just 😍😍😍 ... and so are you! Blessings 💙🌻

[@holisticflo]

Thank you so much!!

[@IkambaDeVictoire]

@@holisticflo You're so welcome! 😘

[@diamondprincess5829]

I'm 8months in and loving ever stage of my babies ☺️

[@holisticflo]

🙌🏾

[@fatyhouse2159]

Thanks sis. Your video was very helpfull for me. You're amasing.

[@holisticflo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-vu1hc8ly3v]

I have had my loc for 1 year enjoying the journey

[@holisticflo]

Glad you're enjoying it 🙌🏾

[@MikaylaMosely]

Thanks for the tips! I’m 5 months in my journey but my mistake was getting retwists with styles every month because that’s what my stylist told me to do up until the 6 month mark. I’m noticing soooo much space from my root to where my actual loc is and I honestly could have avoided that if I didn’t get so many styles, but it’s okay because I’m going months without a retwist!!!

[@holisticflo]

Glad you realized what was better for you! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@sk8trboi4lyfe]

Great tips so thank you! I started my locs November 11th and im getting my first retwist this weekend. I been letting them do its thing and just moisturizing and using natural products so im excited for the journey.

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting your journey! And thanks for watching hope you continue to learn what works best for you

[@danisdcpdiary]

I’m just a few days short of 4 months into my loc journey and I’m so proud of how far they’ve come already! It’s so interesting how unique locs are because I feel like mine are developing weirdly fast compared to a lot of other people I’ve seen. I’m semi-freeform so I’m not sure if that has anything to do with it but they’re pretty stiff and solid about 3/4 of the way down and still frizzy two-strand twists toward the end. They’re also not very heavy yet (there’s one random one in the back that’s speedrunning that’s actually heavy but everything else is getting that loc shape and texture 3/4 down but still lightweight). I’ve also already seen a good bit of length retention in such a short period of time. I have about a full inch worth of extra length that’s visible, but I can tell they’re shrunken because they haven’t dropped and I lost a hair the other day that was much longer than my locs when I stretched it out. Looking through these comments made my realize I style them too much though because my actual loc starts about a half inch from my root, time to commit to wraps and stop styling so much! Thanks for making loc content, it really helps to encourage me on my journey and help me learn new things! I’ve been a loose natural my whole life and I’m only the second person in my whole family who’s ever locked their hair so I’m going off of KZbin and intuition.

[@holisticflo]

Thanks for sharing! I'll definitely continue to make loc content

[@ronicasmith-lz3mk]

Love your locs I been watching u for a good while your locs grew im 2 years and 6 days in and loving my journey ❤😊🎉

[@holisticflo]

That's awesome and thanks! 👏🏾

[@mrmentorcreditjamz9305]

Thanks for the tips… I’m 1 week into my loc journey

[@holisticflo]

You're welcome! Welcome to the journey

[@naturallynatural8311]

Almost 4 months in❗️it’s definitely a journey but I love it 🤗

[@holisticflo]

Yes its a beautiful journey 🙌🏾

[@shanae-lynngilbert3582]

thanks for your tips

[@holisticflo]

You're welcome thank YOU for watching

[@naturalhairchickonabudgett849]

Enjoying the watch I started out with super long hair and I wish I had of started out with a big chop because it feels like I’m not getting the whole benefit of the journey. Now don’t get me wrong I’m loving my journey but I see how shorter hair locs stages seems so rewarding idunno maybe it’s just me 16 months in and I’m loving the new free form journey ❤ thank you for sharing your thoughts and tips 👍🏾

[@holisticflo]

Either length I feel the journey still can be very valuable! Glad you enjoyed it

[@angiepoo4839]

I’m in my 5th month and I’m loving and learning so much about my hair. It is so much like taking care of my plants. Thank you and love your videos. Happy loc journey everyone!❤

[@holisticflo]

I'm so glad! Thanks for sharing

[@vernettapigott3233]

Beautiful locs ❤️ I'm six months locd and I'm being patient I started with very short hair I do it myself and being patient is key ☺️

[@holisticflo]

Thank you! Yes patience and surrender is key 🙌🏾

[@ManLikeEnoch]

I’m 1 year locd!! Well I locd ny hair early because I’m going on holiday next month so want it fresh, I started my Loc journey November 24th 2021

[@holisticflo]

Happy Almost 1 year! 🙌🏾

[@nicoleanyango5733]

I’m Two years and 10 months locd though thanks for the tips😊

[@holisticflo]

You’re welcome!

[@charisexcel1375]

You are so pretty and your hair adorable

[@holisticflo]

Thank you!

[@tsimmonds55]

Yes locs will do what they want...

[@HaHaGotchaHo]

I’m looking to started loc 2 strand twists next week. I’ve gotten twists twice so far. So far I’m enjoying the journey.

[@holisticflo]

Great! Glad you made that decision

[@zelindageorge4359]

Wonderful video! Very helpful and informative! Professional job my lady! I’m going into my second month loc journey at 55!

[@holisticflo]

Im glad it was helpful!

[@britinnit2115]

Started mine on sept 19th at 56.

[@AskTheAdjutant]

Great video. I am 58 and started my loc journey a month ago.

[@holisticflo]

That's awesome!

[@clarissaakai_heart_dolls5050]

I have a consultation with a Loctician next week. Will be starting my journey next month.

[@holisticflo]

Aye! Happy for you

[@artaviaharris2966]

I’m a few days in!!!😊

[@holisticflo]

Ayyyee welcome to the loc journey!

[@windbreaker5230]

this really helped, i’m 3 months in and i already got a bud i’m excited fr

[@holisticflo]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@windbreaker5230]

@@holisticflo unfortunately, my process restarted :( problems with my loctician: she was restarting my process the entire time so now my mom gonna start doing my locs and hopefully we can see some buds on my 2nd retwist

[@MagnolianDream]

Tomorrow will be 2 weeks loc'd for me. Thank you for the tips.

[@holisticflo]

You're welcome congrats on starting!

[@customfitsclothing]

Thank you for the tips. Started my journey april 30

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting!

[@Improvemypronunciation]

I’m starting mine tomorrow 🌹

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting your journey!

[@andreevans6085]

This is what I imagine my hair to look like . Great job with your journey 💪🏾

[@holisticflo]

Thanks so much!

[@andreevans6085]

@@holisticflo and I know everyone’s dreads will look a bit different, but I hope to succeed in the next few years !

[@808skush]

I’m 3 months in on my loc journey, just tryna enjoy and trust the process. Thank you for the tips

[@holisticflo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lucyjackson3517]

Hello thanks for the video. It’s my first month, 2nd week.

[@holisticflo]

Heyy welcome to the journey!

[@patriciaobradovich7590]

One year loc’d and wanting to semi-free form the remainder of my journey.

[@holisticflo]

Glad you’re finding what feels best for you to do!

[@deynsejamed9817]

Yea you are right the longer yr locks get is the heavier it's gets and I think that's my down fault caz am always rapping it up often and every two to three weeks I rolled it over caz i never like how it's looking

[@layglenn2973]

I’m two weeks starter interlocs. Thanks for the tips.

[@holisticflo]

You're welcome!

[@lividshay8530]

How’s it going ?

[@layglenn2973]

@@lividshay8530 Hi there! It’s going well. June 6th I had my first re-tie. Learning new things about my scalp. Thank you

[@beastrael5920]

One month locked and I'm soo exited for this journey 🖤✨...Thank you for the video🥂

[@holisticflo]

Ayye! Congrats on starting recently!

[@beastrael5920]

@@holisticflo thank you🥂...☺️

[@minad6443]

How are your locs now ??

[@21LASCIVIOUS1986]

Subscribed!❤

[@holisticflo]

I appreciate your support!

[@adrianchookhill2560]

Your locs look so good

[@holisticflo]

Thank you!

[@adrianchookhill2560]

@@holisticflo your welcome

[@ipsilonia]

soooo helpful, thank you! i just subscribed too

[@holisticflo]

Thanks for subbing!

[@mikorisheridan6769]

This video was so helpful, ive had locs before but I did the "insta loc" way with a tool, and it worked, but my locs were fragile in the beginning since it kinda damages the hair. I shaved my head, and finally I'm trying the twist method, and it looks ecaxtly like yours innthe pictures, lol uts just good to know its normal

[@holisticflo]

Glad this video helped!

[@melanieturner2579]

I’m 3 months in!!🎉🎉

[@holisticflo]

Congrats! 🙌🏾

[@tranquilscratcherasmr6830]

Great tips! Thanks

[@talmarathomas7800]

Thanks for the video. I am one month in my journey and the tips are very helpful.

[@holisticflo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@elexusglass7101]

I’m in week one still of my 2nd loc journey and I’m super excited to have new lil babies cause lawd knows I’ve missed my first set 😭♥️🙌🏾

[@holisticflo]

Yaayy congrats on starting!

[@elexusglass7101]

@@holisticflo thank youuu! ☺️

[@Northeastmarco]

Same! I will not be cutting this set!

[@Eddiekraun]

I started out 3months ago and I use Almond oil , Argan oil , Castor oil, Coconut oil & tea tree oil as my essential oil. Views ??? Excited tho ❤

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting and if that works well for you then great! Sometimes when you grt further into the journey is when you see more clearly how products react with your hair

[@drawingchampions1019]

YO THE HANDS IN HAIR SYNDROME IS REAL I DIDNT KNOW IT HAD A NAME I WAS CONSTANTLY TOUCHING MY HAIR AND STOPPED THE DAY I GOT A BONNET

[@holisticflo]

Certainly is! Glad you had that revelatation

[@agriffin1307]

I only use Jajoba oil, glycerin, aloe vera juice, black castor oil, castile soap and water on my locs. no conditioner or butters. and I limit my use of the oils in my hair.

[@holisticflo]

Sounds good 👏🏾

[@loveed1110]

I want to be your friend ☺️ I’m two weeks in and these tips were extremely helpful, so thank you !

[@holisticflo]

I'm glad they were helpful!

[@SeanNyc24]

My scalp was itchy af after a week in my starter locs cuz of the loc gel. It sucks im so close to quiting for the second time cuz my shrinkage is real. Box braids give me more hang

[@holisticflo]

Don't quit because of the shrinkage! It can be one of your greatest assets

[@kinqqe1665]

This month will be 10months in 💪🏽💯

[@holisticflo]

Ayyye 🙌🏾

[@God-s.butterfly]

I'm 2 weeks in rn and it's in the awkward stage,but I wear a lot of scarfs and all still learning

[@holisticflo]

One of the best atages honestly because you get to learn your hair!

[@michaelsharpe9807]

Month 5 🥳

[@holisticflo]

Congrats!

[@Fromros]

1 week in with coils grateful for the advice

[@holisticflo]

Welcome to the journey! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@havocabyss8553]

Beautiful ✊🏿🧬🖤

[@finallygoated2361]

Hell yeah she is

[@holisticflo]

Thank you

[@tialious]

Im 2 days in and... damn! Um my hair is short bro and my mom aint making this jouney easy eith her commentary but imma push through. Bit regardless i cant wait😂❤

[@holisticflo]

Lolll Moms be having the most to say but wait until that 9 months + and then they gonna be like ohh thats good lol

[@tialious]

@@holisticflo like bro it's real funny cause it didnt even have to wait for a month literally Wednesday she said : "oh they look thicker I can see a vision for it now"🤣 My mom is something else

[@otm_classified215]

I love girls with locs

[@TheBirdWomanPriestess]

Thank you for the tips! I am almost a month in with starter locs now, I am guilty of the hands in hair but try to keep that to when I'm doing hair care, but I usually keep my crown wrapped. Have you tried using olive oil?

[@holisticflo]

Thanks for sharing. Yes olive oil was one of my most used oils. I stopped using it

[@Iampreetybizzare_sa]

I just started my journey a week ago

[@holisticflo]

Welcome to the journey!

[@bellezaroja6772]

Aloe Vera gel works pretty well

[@holisticflo]

Yes it does!

[@sarah-dl3wt]

i didnt know their was a thing called hand in hair syndrome 😭 i had no edges thru all of uni bc i used to pick at them when i was stressed or anxious.. (still do but im better at catching it) now im a week into my starter locs and i keep tugging at the ends bc i like the feeling when the coils bounce back...

[@holisticflo]

Yes its very much an anxious tendency!

[@mikebanks4602]

Just started today wish me luck :)

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting! 🙌🏾

[@yobigday9711]

HIGHLY DISIREABLE

[@derryderry809]

Im on my second month 😊

[@holisticflo]

Yayy 🙌🏾

[@kwametsunami3235]

Your hair is my length and I’ve had my locs for about 4-5yrs lol.

[@moniquehandy7103]

Only 1 month just washed for the first time I was so scared my locs in the back aren't twisted at all had to get plaits back there will that make a huge difference?

[@baberuth42069]

thank you for the tips ☺️🫶🏾 i am roughly a month in and going in for my first retwist this weekend, but i’m hoping to self maintain after my third month. your channel has been extremely inspiring

[@holisticflo]

You’re welcome! And I’m glad the content has inspired you thanks for the love and support

[@a_pink_gumdrop7011]

I'm 7 months locd

[@Slim873]

Hi I’m starting my journey with two strand twist and I’m going into my 3 rd week

[@holisticflo]

Congrats on starting your journey! 🙌🏾

[@Slim873]

@@holisticflo thank you I’m on my 4th week 🎉🎉🎉

[@pennyl_rita]

I'm 4 weeks in and loving it plus my hair just seems more longer...what tips do you have..was undoing the crisscross done on my hair that's been in for 1 and a half weeks and my hair was just coming out any tips on that

[@holisticflo]

The hair may come loose within the first 2 months thats normal. Try not to do too much styling cuz that could increase them coming out

[@mscutchin5027]

Thank you. I am just starting. I had my first retwist by a loctician Saturday. Do you have any suggestions on how to treat my starter locs while I exercise? Should I spray with water, so that the sweat does not cause flaking? What type of product should I use to prevent sweat flaking?

[@holisticflo]

Many people use essential oils on the scalp that keep the scalp refreshed, such as tea tree oil or peppermint. The Free The Roots products I use already have that in there but I usually spray that on my locs after my workouts (after shower)

[@octavia703]

Is it recommended to stretch starter locs specifically when started with two strand twists before going to sleep? What is the best practice for night maintenance so that upon waking it it won't be all over the place lol. Didn't know if braiding nightly would cause issues or should you leave as in or maybe in a loose ponytail?

[@holisticflo]

Great question. I stretched my starter locs in the beginning and wouldn't recommend it because it could make the locs unravel. I would try a loose ponytail