5 Signs That You Aren't Ready For Locs!!

[@CherrellMishelle]

I decided to commit to locs because after almost 5 years of having loose natural hair I could no longer tolerate the maintenance. I also love the look and I am not one to change my hair style each time the wind blows, so yeah...My locs are low maintenance and I love it. This has been one of the best decisions I've ever made for my hair. :)

[@NaturalNirvana]

Awesome!! I completely agree and can relate to everything you said! #LocdForLife lol

[@ikishablaize5483]

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[@ikishablaize5483]

@@NaturalNirvana jj q a .p a San àan a - I won't be

[@ikishablaize5483]

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[@ikishablaize5483]

@@NaturalNirvana jj q a .p a San àan a - I won't be

[@arianneriley4824]

I am getting locs because I want to challenge myself to become more patient. I realized I needed to go through something that would *politely* make me take care of myself in ways I have not done before. I've wanted locs for about 7 years but I kept putting it off until a week ago lol. So far it is the best decision I could have made for myself, by myself! Thank you for the video!

[@Kamazja]

That's the exact reason I am as well! My level of patience is terrible! 😩 Lol

[@chimcham6762]

Arie R. It’s been a year, what’s the verdict sis?

[@thekidd206]

can u post a pic how's your locs going?

[@TT-Smoov]

Stop capping🤣

[@dchardinaycole5944]

How are you doing

[@zakiyyahhollingshed2194]

chileeeeeee im impatient but im so tired of doing my hair everyday !

[@deepdimpledchocolate]

this comment right her is where I'm at with my hair and why I want to get locs. I'm natural already but I'm tired of always having to do something to my hair.

[@user-sh2nr2gd7y]

Baaaabbyy I want to cut it all off but my head too big... so locs it is

[@torid325]

@@user-sh2nr2gd7y Story of my life 😔

[@TexasMadeKoolAid]

Love how she calls them “Locs” and not “dreads” 💯✊🏿

[@user-lu4xp7iv8c]

PaperTrell Texas Made yeah, people don’t know the history behind the name✊🏿

[@HermesAmani]

The dread in Dreadlocks refers to the person who has them, since it was originally a Rasta thing and they weren’t always about Peace and love, but war and rebellion the word dread was referring to them being scary and not people to mess with

[@IlllIIlllIlIIlIl]

originated in India

[@TBP2023]

they are called dreadlocks some people say dreads some say locs

[@TexasMadeKoolAid]

The Remnants of Mr.Switchblade facts 💪🏿

[@MrNastydread]

as a free former of 14 years, you my dear hit the nail on the head, Locs are not for the faint of heart or the weak of knees. stay strong and stay loced. bless up

[@NaturalNirvana]

Wow, thank you for sharing! 14 years of free forming sounds absolutely amazing!

[@Sambitiious]

I used to always change my hair like every other week, I'm definitely not patient lol but I put my mind to my locs, went thru the ugly stages and all that stuff, and now I'm at 1 year and 1 month. This is by far my favorite hair style I've had and I plan on keeping them for a very long time. (:

[@shamelahjones]

I’m sure your hair is extremely long if you’ve kept them.

[@adisa6927]

It makes me so sad when people think that their hair went through an “ugly” stage :/ maybe I was fortunate to love my locks at every stage they went through. They were cute!

[@AndreaLovLocs]

Great video! One of the reasons why I locked my hair was because I didn't want to keep separating/detangling my natural hair (which sounds ironic but y'know what I mean). I was tired of literally pulling my hair out from trying to detangle after 4 years of being natural. I think these are some good reasons for not locking your hair. I've never been a patient person but I was interested in the process, and the process really does teach you a few things.

[@AndreaLovLocs]

BTW what lipstick are you wearing?

[@NaturalNirvana]

I agree! I felt the same way! lol. Yes, the process surely does teach you a lot:)

[@NaturalNirvana]

I'm wearing NYC Retro Red:)

[@AndreaLovLocs]

Natural Nirvana thank you!

[@NaturalNirvana]

No problem:)

[@Deuce290]

Number 4 was so true. You have to love your natural texture otherwise you'll never enjoy the locked changes.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Glad you enjoyed:)

[@tjbmom123]

Girl your baby boy is BEAUTIFUL!!! Enjoy your beautiful blessing from GOD!

[@NaturalNirvana]

Aww, thank you so much!!:)

[@ladybugradio1988]

Ikr? he's so cute.

[@Gabbi_Dee]

Spot on! This is why I took out my 1st set of locs. I wasn't ready for the commitment at that point in time. Now years later I was able to finally commit.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Wow, awesome that you recognized that, and decided to start again when you were ready:)

[@tinavaughn6048]

Same for me. Started my journey and realized that I wasn't ready to commit. Cut them off. Was ready 6 years later. Now I'm 3 years into my journey.

[@Bindi_Marc]

All great points. Excellent video.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you Joyce!:)

[@natashameredith6851]

I did alot of research on google, about a week straight to decide if I want locks! and I can careless with anybody think, im doing them for me, but I love yours and I watch your videos from the beginning, but question! what kind of locks do u have? I seen sisterlocks takes hrs and hrs and are really small! I want mines like yours, my hair is very thick and a nice length

[@B2xMuffs]

Natasha Meredith if you really did your research then you would not have called them dreads

[@natashameredith6851]

Ok danielle prez I did alot of research thank you very much! And watch youtube videos every day and I now know to call them locs! I'm 2 months in my journey! I just call them what I seen online and on some youtube videos 😊😑

[@natashameredith6851]

And I just change it to locks, even tho my comment was over a month 😑

[@sweetbaby909]

I wanna loc becuz I'm tired of combing my hair...and it tangles too much!! Don't wanna relax my hair either

[@mojcrownleo9718]

Same here. Exact reason and I have a child now I don’t have all the time in the world to very the hairdresser every two to three weeks.

[@mojcrownleo9718]

Same here. Exact reason and I have a child now I don’t have all the time in the world to very the hairdresser every two to three weeks.

[@royalgems5185]

Same

[@sweetbaby909]

@@royalgems5185 I did mines...2yrs now😊. You should go for it

[@timelesssoul3345]

Just Got my locs done a month ago, interlocking method....Great video. All Praise To The Most High!!!

[@martajajackson1836]

Amen

[@Pretty1Cat]

I believe I'm ready to loc my hair. I'm ready to love myself for me to look at myself and be proud and to be In love with who I see and to not have to worry about weave and sew in and waste money on other people hair when I can love my own. It's gonna take some time and I KNOW I'm gonna want to change my hair the second week In but I have a strong support group to remind me. I can't want to loc my hair. 🙂

[@NaturalNirvana]

I am SO proud of you!! You can do it sis!! You have an entire community to support you, and I'm right here rooting for you!:) Please keep me posted:)

[@Ree-pn6kl]

Hey, did you end up locing your hair?🥰

[@sweetlyshay]

@@Ree-pn6kl lol technically

[@nettamd]

I started my locs because I always found them beautiful and did my research on them and decided I was ready for them

[@doucwhaic]

Your video was very informative. I'm considering locs so it gave me somethings to think about. Your son was not a distraction. You holding him despite the fact that you were trying to finish the video warmed my heart. In fact he was a delight.

[@ikesdaughter2790]

I'm a cancer patient who's hair is growing back. I've never been into hair styles and I feel like locs would be perfect for me. I admit I'm lazy about hair styles, but this one I could get with. I just need to know how to start. Thanks 😊

[@NaturalNirvana]

Ikes Daughter Hello beautiful! Thank you for sharing and commenting. There are many different ways you can start depending on what your preference is. Firstly, do your research and decide what you type of locs you would like. There are many different types of locs: freeform, sisterlocs, braid locs, traditional locs, etc. Depending on the type of locs you want you can start with comb coils, twist, braids, or an Afro. I started with comb coils. I have a video on my loc process😊. Hopefully this was helpful. Praying for your complete healing in the name of Jesus. ❤ May you have a blessed loc journey 🤗.

[@deshundrab3]

I've been putting off getting my dreads for forever... I'm finally where this is something that I really want to do. This video was very helpful and useful. So thank you for the video

[@dequetta_lashae]

this is how I was ,and I went against my better judgement for to many years and I don't like doing my hair I love just putting in my yarn braids what better way then not to do then have my own hair .. I am a natural and I am ready to except change and I am done caring about what others thing about me .I am a Queen and I am looking for my inner beauty. natural curls aren't really my thing idk why its just not for me lol I am a braids kind of girl I have been wanting locs since I was 14 moving from Missouri I talked about this on my page my reason why .and these described me down to the t at one point now I will be starting my journey in November

[@zeesmanyblessings0183]

I'm in the process of getting locs because I want to protect and grow the hair I have

[@MsYaya1019]

Thank you for making this video because these are real things that people need to think about before they step into this journey. I ran across your video because I'm thinking about staying my locks for the second time. I can admit the first time I was not consciously ready and did not have much meaning behind my locks. Now, I have been natural for 2 & 1/2 years and I am ready to start my journey with my locks.

[@NaturalNirvana]

I love your honesty, and that's great that you aware of how much our thought processes and perspectives affect our journey's. Congrats on starting your new loc journey soon!:) Thanks for sharing!

[@EmpathicCreativity]

This is an awesome video! The loc process is a journey. But I have learned a lot in only 2 months. I'm in the frizzy stage. I initially saw my hair as ugly because it's so frizzy but I am finding that it has locked better. I've stopped using lots of products on my hair and I am so happy with it. My perspective has changed about a lot of things. I really am appreciative of this journey! Great video!

[@lasheaisrael3199]

i feel you all the way with commitment, i used to be and still is(its a process) that wants the afro, twa, long hair, and not really loving my locs the way that they are, even my hair texture, but i thank God for progress. I had my first set of locs for a 2-years and a half,and did so much to them. When i was younger, around 16 to 18, my hairstylist told me that i look better with short hair, and that has stuck with me all my life. Even with being a loose natural for years, and having my first set of locs, i wanted long or short locs, and i added extensions to my locs(still do), when its at the middle, weird stage(to me).But i have been freeforming for nine months and is finding a whole new confidence in myself, and i love my texture more than ever.

[@NaturalNirvana]

So proud of you for being so transparent & sharing the hi's and lows of your journey! I just want to encourage you to not let someone else's opinion change how you see yourself! You are beautiful, and so is your hair:) So glad you have a new found confidence and are loving your texture more than ever:)

[@naomibabeee]

Great video! I especially love the background tunes coming from your gorgeous child..how you stayed focused all through is totally admirable. Thanks for sharing 100% on point!!

[@NaturalNirvana]

Aww, thank you so much! You are so sweet:)

[@sierajada2807]

Facts all facts 💯 I got mine because I struggled with continuous breakage. It seemed that I lost more hair as a loose natural than I do during my loc journey. Women don't realize how much we base our value on what others think until we get locs. I literally had all 5 points you brought out. Being honest with yourself will show you how deep your bondage is when it comes to hating your rawness. I no longer feel those 5 things. I am free now. Its the most refreshing feeling ever. It teaches you to look at yourself natural, and effing LOVE it.

[@Longliverey]

Just started my locs 2 days ago and I love them so much already!! So in love with them but I have a long way to go

[@La.Ron9]

Reyaunna Williams same. i started my double strand twist 4 days ago. but how are they coming along?

[@adriennesamantha]

Reyaunna Williams how are they going now?

[@cassandrarussell5558]

'Microwave kind of person'...! Great analogy..This video among others is so helpful/informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@password370]

I'm getting starter locs on the 31st. My best friend and her mom was like "you're hair has too nice of a texture to get dreads. And you're face is too soft" 😒 like what does that even mean. I'm getting them anyway like I'm gon turn into a thug if I get locs

[@fthidebessai3523]

WhatDoYouThink? that last part😂😂😭

[@kaylahroach6050]

WhatDoYouThink? Did you get them?

[@mistakenicy6309]

WhatDoYouThink? I can relate 😴

[@lailahbilal5554]

WhatDoYouThink? Same ...don't listen to what anybody says cus my grandmother said the same thing about me at first and then she ended up getting them herself 😂 also don't let anybody's words affect you...I learned that the hard way and lost a lot of hair after I combed out my locs 🙁

[@outlawstar42987]

You a thug yet or not?

[@huneebunch1901]

Thanks for this video! I’ve been a loose natural for 5 years now. I really love my hair texture, but I find myself putting crochet locs in pretty regularly, and I really like the way they look on me. I know my locs probably won’t look the same, but I like the idea of (eventually) being able to do my own hair and using minimal product, since I plan on traveling even more frequently than I do now. I hope I’m not being unrealistic.

[@mnotinglife7934]

Interesting points! I used to be one of those people who love to change up their hairstyle all the time- then over time, I got burned out from that as I was not getting anywhere with the health of my hair I also had people tell me I would look great with locs, and I thought "never in my life would i do that" and would not go for it. I also /hated/ my 4c hair texture for how difficult it was to deal with. but then a few months ago, I realized what my hair wanted to be locked all along, and as I learned more about healthy locs, I saw my hair texture as a blessing. I am now 2 months into my loc journey and my hair is finally healthy, growing and i have no regrets. So do what you do. You never know where you will end up down the line : )

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hey, M! Thanks so much for sharing! I can relate to a lot of what you said! I used to love changing up my hair but was never satisfied with the health of it. Like you, I never thought I would get locs, but now that I have them, I can't imagine not having them! lol. Congrats on reaching two months into your journey!:)

[@kanisemarshall9604]

I honestly have always loved locs and how a person having them exudes a confidence and majesty. I want to achieve that for myself. I am beginning this journey and am looking forward to more of your videos! Thank you for making these.

[@iambaked1537]

Dayum girl the first one hit me hard. You speaking some damn truth. Love your videos

[@OfficialPixieR]

I honestly needed this because i was about to get my hair twist to start my loc journey, but i'm not committed to one hairstyle as yet. Thank you so much for making this.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Aww, you are so welcome:) But remember, locs are very versatile as well:)

[@kimberlyblair3147]

I want length. I don't care what people think. I like. the attention when it long.

[@1993neasha]

Kimberly Blair me too

[@Cecesingsonpitch]

me too!

[@keezus6727]

Kimberly Blair facts

[@chimcham6762]

Then you’re doing it for the wrong reasons! That was literally her first point 😩😂

[@alixgiggles5329]

A huge afro would grab more attention than long dreads so if shock value is your goal, I recommend leaving it loose.

[@jayrenji8204]

I’m getting locs to actually improve almost all of the things you said lol😂

[@mjjohnson3991]

Saaaaaame lmao

[@Kekeluv26]

I once had someone tell me "you're too pretty for locs" then another person told me and my ex boyfriend "you guys hair is too good for locs" smh!

[@NaturalNirvana]

Wow, that's absolutely sad. I had someone say something similar along the lines of "why would you want to loc all that pretty hair." It's really sad, and shows how ignorant some people are.

[@Kekeluv26]

+Natural Nirvana yes that's true thankfully we know better

[@hatemx8421]

They said YOU were too pretty?... lol

[@NikitaRolle]

Wow 😮 I guess the rest of us ain’t it lol

[@1117AJ]

thank you very much for this video , I have been trying to get locks off and on for years by trying to do it on my own, I stopped because I lost patience ,sometimes I thought they were ugly and I took them out,but your video has inspired me.Your comments are dead on accurate you dscribed me perfectly in this video in about 4 out of your 5 points.I have a renewed commitment to start mine ,THANK YOU VERY MUCH

[@anniebeatty7967]

I'm thinking about getting locs but don't know where to start. your locs are nice and I've watched your journey since the beginning. I love your blogs. keep on posting!

[@NaturalNirvana]

Aww, thank you so much sis! What exactly do you need more insight on? The starting method?

[@erycaswan6281]

Thanks for sharing! I've always wanted locks but I never got them because of what people would think. But I finally decided to stop caring and get them

[@NaturalNirvana]

So proud of you! You got this:)! Happy Loc Journey:)

[@marlat.4221]

Same here but I’m starting them now though

[@nunyabiz2854]

Edges are laaaayed 😂😱

[@NaturalNirvana]

lol, thank you:)

[@cynthiaficklin8311]

Ijanae Reed YUP!

[@Rocket-hp8ts]

Love the honesty in this video. Including your son hahaha! I want to get locs because during quarantine I’ve gone through such a fun hair journey. I went from a flattop to a fro, to braids, to twists, back to fro, back to twists, and now I’m interested in continuing my journey and getting locs. Quarantine has allowed me to spend a lot of time caring for my hair in ways that I wouldn’t have been able to if I was constantly going into the office 5 times a week. This video just solidified it for me. Loved the way you communicated this.

[@rend7267]

Your ability to focus is Jedi-level -- best to you and the whole fam!

[@trinag0823]

Im 5 years natural and did the chamging hairstyle every other month. Now with a full/thick head of hair, i nicknamed "the beast" im tired of combing. My go to style other than fro is Senegalese twists. Ive been battling with this decision for about 2 years now. Im ready. In 11 days ill join the journey. Thanks for the video. Your son is adorable. And you hair is lovely.

[@NaturalNirvana]

So excited for you! Thank you!😊

[@Debbiecakes2012]

I love the video and your son did not distract me , I agree with everything you have mentioned 100%. I haven't started as if yet I am doing my research on the best ways to approach starting and maintaining them . I have been natural for over 6 years and I want to make a change and I decided that locs will be best for me . What size locs do you have? Do you consider them medium or small ? Because I am torn between the 2 sizes.

[@WassupDen]

Starting my loc journey soon, people been trying to doubt me getting locs but I will do it for me. Crazy how I've been seeing locs more since I wanted them so I know God telling me it's time to get that strength.

[@chana5840]

I love the way you deal with your baby so natural ans so relaxed, thanks for the tips

[@NaturalNirvana]

Sandra Leonora aww, thank you so much & you are quite welcome:)

[@annaburney8543]

Been researching for years...pros and cons. Video hit everything I've thought about. I have an appointment tomorrow to start my pics.

[@lorenclement4608]

You are preaching. These points go beyond hair. Great video!

[@jacarajohnson2987]

I started my locs a week ago from 2 strand twist. I am excited about becoming more of who I am and I feel I am most powerful in my natural state. I have been natural since 2005 and I'm ready to take the next step twd my higher-self!

[@crissidee3497]

Great video! I absolutely agree! I wanted locs for a long time, but was the type of person who loved switching my look. So, I gave myself a year to do research on locs, loc extensions, etc. So glad I educated myself on it all. I decided to get loc extensions only because I have to cover my ears at work (due to the type of piercings I have in my ears and my natural hair coiled would be too short). I LOVE them and don't regret at all! I do not recommend loc extensions for everyone due to some of the cons and for anyone that want instant results.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you Crystal:) That's great that you did your research and waited until YOU were ready:)Thanks for sharing what worked for you:) Happy loc journey beautiful:)

[@ameliawhite3632]

Thank you for this video. This is exactly why I haven't locked my hair yet. I don't have the patience & I change my hair too much. Your son is so handsome, he had me cracking up tryna show us his was of paper 😂 Put him in the next one 😂

[@jamaciag09]

I'm thinking about starting my locs tomorrow and this video pops up!! I'm already thankful for this video and I haven't even watched yet😁

[@keilnealquan]

Reason I want locs is because I want something that I can say that I got them for myself. I wanna be able to say it's my style and no one can say otherwise. Freeform locs is what I'm after. I really want something unique.

[@sweetdarkcocoakiss]

I watched this video a year ago. I wasn't ready for locs despite how much I loved them. It's a year later, and now I'm soooo ready for them.

[@jacksonyn]

Thanks...you were point on! I'm six months in and trying to develop more patience! This is definitely a journey that does happen overnite. It seems like my hair changes everyday....its exciting and a little frustrating at the same time! But I am holding on...

[@NaturalNirvana]

You are so right! So proud of you for continuing to persevere in spite of the challenges! Stay encouraged, because it's so worth it:)

[@jucyjay8398]

i have always loved locs . i have read books on locs. i have watch many KZbin videos about dreads. i keep putting my hair in box breads. i don't like to do to many changes in my hair. its the most natural way to connect to the earth. i love free forms the most.

[@blesseddiva7712]

great points...I started my journey because I got tired of doing what everyone else thought I should.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Love it! Congrats on your liberating journey sis!:)

[@LiahB]

Been contemplating it for a few years.. it’s time. Starting tomorrow!

[@ambersings25able]

great tips! I'm week 3 into my starter locs!

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you! Yay!! Congrats on your new journey:) Very exciting!

[@terrikelly5290]

Your son is too cute btw😊...... My hair is straight and fine so I had some concerns. I've started my locs 3 months ago and it has been the best decision I've made concerning my hair. I don't subscribe to what people think of me for my journey is really MY journey. Love your locs and thank you for the upload. Yeshua bless!

[@mamacarter501]

On point with every sign! And I love the way you style your hair!

[@dejawalker4881]

Thank you!!! I saw this video, and this helped me decide. I was watching some other videos about Loc Journeys, and realized it was!!! Thanks!!

[@LuvnDaNaturalMe]

This is an excellent video! I am having trouble committing to my 2nd set of locs which is why I have been starting them over and over. I realized recently that DIY locs are not for me. I was trying to DIY them bc I was thinking I would have a better connection to them & I based my opinion on other people who did DIY locs. For my birthday ( a late gift) my husband said he would pay for me to go to a professional to have them started. I will be going to my old salon (DeeplyRooted AZ) on June 24 for interlocks. I used to go to that salon last year to have my locs retightened. I refuse to return to the african braid shop, they started my locs with shea butter and wax. I will have a video up soon just taking a little break.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hey sis! It's so great to hear from you! Thanks so much for sharing and being transparent about your loc journey. That's a great point, and I'm so glad that you have come to the decision in which will give you the best experience & journey! That's so sweet of your hubby!:) I've heard others say the same thing as well about DIY locs, which I'm not discrediting. However, they are still no less of our locs because someone else started them as far as parting, palm rolling, etc. (just agreeing with you.) I have a deep connection with my locs because they are growing out of my head and reflecting a part of who I am:) Take as much time as you need sis! I definitely support you and your journey, and look forward to watching your upcoming videos about your new journey:)

[@neshaglinton1548]

I have had my locks for a year now and I love them I feel like it's the best decision I've made for my hair. I just love embracing my natural beauty

[@EveryDayPray]

Thank you for these points! I think that I am ready ☺

[@NaturalNirvana]

You're so welcome:) I'm so glad it was helpful! Congratulations on starting your loc journey:)

[@stephaniebrown4045]

I started mines 3+ weeks ago. I'm happy with my transitioning its amazing. It's so stimulating and I love the sudden changes with stage I'm in so far. Loc nation ❤

[@XandriaPolish]

Lol. Realities of Mom Life. I loved how the editing shows the up and down little boys do. I have a 3, nearly 4 yr old and a 16, almost 17 month old. My busy little men ate one of the big reasons I'll be loc'ing up. I do not have the time to detangle the way my hair needs. I really dislike detangling. I refuse to relax and I'm not interested in a bald fade. I've always wanted to loc but imagined doing it when I was older. Well, I'll have to move the plan up.

[@LaurenJacksonlocs29]

Great video topic!! Very important reasons to discuss and think about before committing to locs. All so true!

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thanks Lauren!

[@aliciapoole5512]

Thank you so much for this video! I watched a couple of your videos and I am on the fence about starter locs. You have given me something to think about!

[@meshabrooks9732]

Yes, I agree I stayed in the beauty shop fresh relaxers hair styles and braids .I am considering starting locs..I'm burnt out of everything frequent trips to the salon for maintenance, hair dues that you can't sleep on weather its to tight or crazy style..I have a ways to go Im growing out the relaxer as we speak..but so ready to embrace the locs

[@WhatMattersToMimiMost]

Love, love, love this video. I agree 100%. Love sign #1. Never thought of it like that before.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you beautiful! So glad that it was helpful:)

[@AllthingsJuCee13]

This is an excellent video. Though I ran across too late. It took me a year and some to finally decide that locs are for me. Its funny because it started out as a suggestion from my significant other. I also was the one who never knew what I wanted to do with my hair. Two weeks ago on June 17th my micro braidlocs were born and I am so happy and excited. I am also looking forward to how my hair matures. I just got so fed up with trying to figure what to do with my hair that I just said forget it I am ready for locs. I have watched enough videos that I knew exactly how to install them....plan to put videos up of my journey soon

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you! Wow, what a journey, but I'm so glad that you are at a place where you are happy with your hair now:) Thanks so much for your transparency! I just subscribed to your channel! Looking forward to when you post videos about your journey:) Congrats!!:)

[@DionneCherelle]

this was so helpful... I started mine a month ago and I used to be ALL the people you described below haha. I think maybe me taking the plunge to go ahead and loc my hair is a sign that maybe I've changed as a person ... very insightful video ... thank you so much do posting D¤

[@loryntaylor7402]

This was great video. All very helpful points to consider when pursuing the loc jounery.

[@Ashley-qx4my]

I've considered locs recently. I am very impatient so that's what will keep me from getting them. Good video.

[@alexelsie5605]

Really considering getting locks. I've been dying to have them for sometime now but I've also been putting it off. I've been online researching on the pros and cons of having locks, how to manage locks, start locks, thicken locks, style locks and grow them out faster. I'm still interested in locking my hair and I was hoping to do it this summer (June/July), but I'm starting to re-evaluate my reasons for getting locks. I just want to make sure that when I do get them, I'm getting them for the right reasons - or at least the reasons that feel right to me. I originally wanted locks because I'm just tired of always going to the salon and styling my hair and I've experimented quite a bit with my hair and it's beginning to get boring - as well as damaging. I never find myself committing to one hairstyle - not because I necessarily want to switch it up often but because I hate having long hair (i.e extensions like braids) but I thought that was the only way to grow it out. Plus, I also hate the fact that most of these styles (as well as the fact that I do change these styles often) leave my hair brittle - I'm currently trying to save my edges and it's a painfully slow process! I actually love my natural hair; it's a mixed up texture, somewhere between 4b/c. It's relatively soft when it's oiled and really REALLY thick! But right now it's pretty short and still hard to manage (at least for me, it is. I'm not the type of person who likes spending too much time on hair and makeup - I don't use any makeup). I just want a hair style that is always in style and easy to maintain.

[@dream_travelers]

Amazing video. She made a boatload of sense! I loved it

[@FeliciaFollum]

Great video!!!! all these things are so true! But after a few years you can change them up a lot!!! It's almost easier now than it was before (but yes, I'm 3.5 years in).

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you! Yes, I agree! Looking forward to getting where you are, but not rushing the journey:) Congrats on 3.5 years!:)

[@FeliciaFollum]

Natural Nirvana thanks! Lol I'm actually like 3yr 3 mo. Lol I recorded an update this week and had to actually count lol I felt dishonest...yeah enjoy the journey.. every stage is unique!

[@victoriaward9991]

I'm seventeen years locd and actually can't wait to turn 40 because I'm going to Bob cut and go half black and half amethyst. Right now I'm waist length mostly honey brown with a triangle of amethyst in the back

[@delgriafoust9308]

Thank you for the video very good points you made, I do have a problem with commitment and patience but I know I want to stay natural no more perms I love the dread, this is teaching me to not give up. And girl your son is so cute and busy lol. :)

[@JohnsonKayla12]

I've been thinking about loc'ing my hair mostly for convenience and cost efficiency...at the same time at this point in my life I'm facing a real battle with having confidence in my natural hair. I've only worn it out a number of 3 or 4 times since the year and 5 or more months I've been natural. So I think right now isn't the time for me to get loc's cause I'd want them to "look perfect" immediately

[@shawnholland8251]

thank you for making this video I've wanted locs for about a year now and I was very insecure about getting them your first sign speaks to me the most I'm gonna finally decide to get locs for me I don't think I'd ever cut them off just scared to go to first step of actually getting them..the style is amazing btw I document my hair journey on my channel gonna start my dread updates soon so stay tuned..sorry for the long comment but just wanted 2 say keep up the good work I love your videos

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you so much! So glad this video could be helpful. Don't be fearful if it's something that you really want to do. You can do it:) I will have more videos coming out sharing tips for starting locs. I just subscribed to your channel, and will be on the lookout for your upcoming loc videos:)

[@shawnholland8251]

Natural Nirvana sounds good I'll definitely look foward to them

[@andrewhite2492]

I thank you for this video, besides wanting locs for myself, believe locs are for me. Especially because of the hair texture I have.

[@larissastill1156]

Thank you sis❤️ this help me a lot on my journey

[@checkitout2012x]

For one your son is adorable😀 And two, I have been thinking about getting micro locs or inter locs for years because my hair seam to be breaking off at the ends and tangled up even after cutting my ends. And finally I really love the small locs and hope that would make my hair stronger.

[@chaconashaunta402]

I've had my locks since I was 4 years old and they are still growing and beautiful

[@cherylgyrl3427]

I've been natural for 16 years, I used to be a person who was always changing my hair, I've been thinking about locs for 5 yrs now, now I feel I'm ready, I am a patient person, I am getting ready to start my loc journey, I realize it's a process and I've done lots of research.... thank you for your tips #imreadytolocup......#greylocs

[@NaturalNirvana]

I’m so excited for you!! Congratulations on your new journey!😀

[@shemarcollier3457]

I just started locks I’m coming up on my 2week lock anniversary and I’m happy cause I can look up and see my hair

[@shombepalm7186]

I got my hair locked up because I've always wanted them since i was a kid. Im a year into them now and there pretty long and healthy im satisfied with the way they came out.

[@ankhetgoddess5015]

Thank you so much! I am grateful for you and the info you gave. They were very helpful. I am not ready for the process. I adore locs. I think they are gorgeous! However, for me personally my level of patience for the process is not there. Your son is adorable! Blessings 💚

[@mariahblake7887]

Great. Advice i think i would really enjoy to have dreads not most because alot of people have them just because of how artivist they can be & make you feel on a whole another personal level. Your tips will definitely be helpful for me and people 🤔 😍 x

[@buttaphlytwist2990]

I have always wanted locs just wasn't confident in doing them myself. I think locs are beautiful. I don't like weaves I always wear braids but they are so damaging to my hair. Thanks for this video I'm ready for my locs now

[@LuckyKarma1989]

I love my locs because every since I was a child I love my hair, hate my mother cut it off because it was told I looked like a girl but I seen so many man with long hair so has I gotta older I told myself one day imma grow my hair out plus hate getting my hair cut... my hair is like my crown now because I feel so good with my locs now... to me my hair is a good luck charm that I cherish deeply

[@kiki7507]

College student here with mostly 4c super thick hair. Takes me FOREVER to do loose natural hair. Moved to southern california after high school. It's warmer so flat ironing doesn't stay as long at all. It actually stays better than what it did in Illinois, but yeah. Gone within a day. Was over it after 2 years of doing that. Hair puffs up so soon afterwards because I work out so much too so I would have to do it once a week to keep it nice. (3 days a week im at the gym) So then I went natural for 1 1/2 years because: 1. Didnt see point of drying and blow drying if itll puff up again anyways with weather and active lifestyle. 2. Wanted to be more confident with my hair. Was kinda more insecure bc it puffed up more. I'm OVER IT! Even the flat twisiting styles look super rough and unkept after 1 week (even though i part it well and take my time) and im NOT doing a 5 hour process every week of washing, deep conditioning, detangling, and flat twist styling (Flat twist styles lool super cute, so dont get me wrong. I like it better than my flat ironed hair. HOWEVER, I cant stretch it to 2 weeks anymore without washing. I've reached my threshold). I'd rather do a 1 hour process per week with locs, if it even takes that much. Plus, im NOT sacrificing working out to keep my hair longer when it looks loose. It's time to let my hair just loc up. Loose hair is so much maitenance. And it's not working for me. Starting locs this January in 2020. I'm ready and its time for a hairstyle that fits my lifestyle!!

[@LaurettaBiraneCisse]

I did my locs yesterday cuz I was becoming a victim to fake hair. I don't have anything against fake hair, the thing is at a certain point in my life I felt ugly without it and I am just 17.

[@NayshundaOBurke]

I think I might be good. I only had an afro, twist out and wash n go. I was never a major styler. I'm trying a new thing for this stage of life so here I go. I'm one month in and can't wait for them to mature. I either already have budding or unraveling but it's obvious that it is locing.

[@Leana70]

Been joking about getting them for a long time, but was afraid to commit and afraid to go through the "crazy hair look" but my hair is currently wash and go shrunken afro and I do not do much in the way of wigs, braids, weave, blow dry or anything. So it's pretty much crazy looking anyway. hahah. Years ago, I used to wear two strand twists,with and without extensions. My fave look. I want to go back to that look but do not want to be bothered with extensions and the two strand twists just only last a week before unraveling. . And out of nowhere, the thought today came to me: "i should lock it." I wonder if I am at that point now? I absolutely love my kinky head.

[@illmindsfilms2096]

i have curly hair and its been 13 months and I am in the budding stage. I def would choose locking over lenght. my locks are about 8 inches after a year, but there not locked all they way... I hate it, but the less I think about them the more they became locked and less stress on my hair. so I believe I have like 2-3 more months and ill be in stage 4 mature.

[@enaruvie]

Love that lipstick, love your hair and love your little man’s energy.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you!

[@nofiis1able]

I enjoyed your video and decided to comment and tell you my story. I have been natural for a little over 4 years. I went natural because I was tired of relaxing my hair. I was spending way too much money and my hair never grew. I had to cut off my hair the last time I got a relaxer because it was badly damaged. So anyway... 3 years ago I started a new job, I work outside and wear a hard hat most of the day. My go to hairstlyes are wash and go's and twist outs but I never do it now because of the hard hat thing lol. Most times I wear my hair in a ponytail. I always see styles I like for dreadlocks that I think would look good on me. I always thought about it and put it off hoping I'll get a new position inside but most likely I will be outside at least until the end of the year or longer and now I like it's time. Dread me up please. I love my length and the ponytails are killing me. Thanks again for the video. I will be subscribing to your channel. Hope this wasn't toooooo long.. TTFN...