5 Tips Before Starting Locs!!

[@realnewsthatmatters9319]

Great video, straight to the point, no loud ass annoying music, and no ads. 👍🏾

[@zynedibee]

I’m OVERRRR my natural hair! Plus I’ve always wanted locs.. I know it’ll help my hair grow and hopefully give me more ammunition to eat better and drink more water (and some time away from always doing my hair in the am). I’m getting them by Monday and I’m sooo excited!!!

[@SunflowerJoy5]

You said my EXACT WHY!!!!!

[@lennaedaley8676]

I know.. I love my natural hair but I’m tired of detangling my hair and don’t always have the money for protective styles back to back( which I love)... but I’m tired of detangling, stretching my hair to do it then it shrinks up, 2 hrs to twist my hair at night ( cuz it’s thick) and I don’t do blow outs because I’m scared of compromising my curl pattern. I’m really considering it

[@livingforhim1005]

Story of my life!

[@rayyblount8651]

Sukela Roberts FACTS MINE TOOO

[@nykiciajefferson7457]

This !! My exact why

[@lashaundalittle3282]

I'm getting my starter locs next month because in tired of weave and chemicals

[@ssw9086]

Lashaunda Little me too girl

[@aishianayrobinson2436]

I agree

[@aishianayrobinson2436]

Im tired of having my hair braided alot

[@TiaoniaMichelle]

I started my locs three days ago and I'm doing the two strand twists method. I did this for me! Only cause the curly hair and fro just wasn't working for me anymore although I have soft 3c type texture. I just gotten tired of the detangling, wash n go's, and shedding 🙄. I wanted something different and have been talking about getting dreads for a while. I want the medium size locs.

[@Jaz_Monay]

Tiaonia Michelle omg this is exactly what I’m going though I’m starting them tomorrow I’ve gotten tired of the curl Afro and other puff styles also🙂

[@starisesun7692]

Imma bout to get dreads Im so excited!!! I want to embrace my natural hair.

[@aariynpearson3579]

Omg your eyebrows give me life 😭😭👌🏾🔥

[@NaturalNirvana]

Lol, aww, thanks girlie:)

[@quaneshaw90]

I’m ready to go for it, I been researching for a while. I’m starting with two strand twists. Thanks for the extra tips!!!

[@kkay0008]

I just started my locs on 4/20/19

[@royalbeauty5285]

Wow my sister started hers that day too. And me a month before. Blessings on your journey.

[@nathanwharton1607]

the ugly stage got me feeling like a blade is my best friend, i always wanted locs but i hate looking like a crack head

[@marianafreitas4357]

Nathan Wharton lool same

[@jayrenji8204]

Nathan Wharton I know this comment is a bit old but you just gotta fight through that.In fact if you choose to go through the ugly stage and not care what people think it can make you a stronger and better person so just fight through it!

[@jasont5009]

Lol

[@CoccaButter12]

Your locs are forming nicely. Beautiful!

[@NaturalNirvana]

+Nia Harris Thank you so much Nia!

[@cici8427]

You can self maintain sister locs! But you have to invest in taking the self retightening class which is $250. I’ll be getting my sister locs in 2 weeks and I think after my first retie I’m going to take the class

[@davontedavonte3]

Didn’t know they had different types of locs! I’m thinking hard about getting some !

[@moniqueblair6636]

I cut my hair twice... won’t do it again.. think I’m ready

[@vicci000]

I've never thought about getting locs but I'm considering it now because my hands make it hard to do my hair these days.

[@kanisemarshall9604]

Thank you so much for your video! I have gone back and forth and now I am ready to start my research to begin my loc journey.

[@minniebest2717]

this video is everything. #1 is keeeyy! I've been hearing I'd look good in locs for 4 years now but now! I'm in the right mentaliry that I'm doing it for me!😊

[@NaturalNirvana]

I am so happy for you!! Go girl!:)

[@minniebest2717]

thanks! Now to finding someone to start them. have any tips for that??

[@najeejabrii885]

Getting my starter locs soon just found you on YT!

[@JusteNasra]

About to start my locs soon. I wanted sister locs so wish me luck sis😍😍😍

[@user-sh2nr2gd7y]

2018 and i'm staring my loc journey.... getting educated first🤓

[@iamdanie_.]

I cut off my texlaxed hair because I KNEW I wanted locs but I wanted them to get started right with the healthiest hair.

[@NibbySpeaks]

Can't wait to start mine this summer. Your locs are so cute 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿

[@NaturalNirvana]

+Niambi Wilson Aww, thank you lovely! I'm excited for you!! Keep me posted:)

[@mchjsosde]

Thanks so much for this video... I haven't considered locks until today... literally hours ago. You are one of the few that didn't seem condescending, told me good info straightforward, and best of all told me to research myself! I'm still not sure if I will lock my hair but I am very inspired by so many people doing it, loving it. One thing I wonder s how can a black person look BAD in locks? If they're healthy I think it just suits all of us like an afro or twist. Maybe it's no someone's style but I think showing of natural texture is always beautiful.

[@StrangeAngles]

I would be 5 months in the game with smelly hair. 😂😂😂

[@MiaMorinarealway]

I’ve been wanting locs since 2013... I’m back on my quest and have bumped up my start date to this Sat. I’m planning on documenting this journey here on YT so come on over and check me out when you have time. Thanks for sharing your journey!

[@juliawhite7152]

Natural nirvana.....these are great basic tips! I have been watching many videos (including yours 😉🙌) because I so want to lock my hair. I want medium size and I want to start with two strand twist. I would like to go to a shop, but realize I would rather start them myself. We'll see lol. And your son is a cutie! ☺

[@JoeDavisMusic]

2:10 I understood that reference...

[@jasont5009]

You’re gorgeous ms now that’s the way you lock your hair twisting your hair backwards pulls your hair out it makes your corners thin it either it goes to the sides or let it flow with your hairs direction

[@whitneygainey478]

I’ve been looking at videos and I’ve seen some rough stuff!! Lol but your locs are soo cute. I will be subscribing.

[@J.WorthyThePoet]

Very informative! Great video Queen 👍🏾

[@sunnybella5774]

I've shaved my hair about 5-6 times since i was 18 trying to master my natural hair it is thick like a carpet, hard to manage and i got frustrated 5-6 times and permed it only to regret it 2 days later. Truth is I really love my natural hair. I've wanted to do this for so long and since im on a journey to find myself right, i've been what everyone thought i should be and what i thought everyone wanted me to be. After self imploding im putting the pieces of myself back together and now I figure why not a fix my hair in a way that feels natural. I think it would be like putting your own skin on after you've worn someone elses for so long. Like home. Idk.

[@qondilesparkles4218]

I feel you. I also grew an afro then I'd use chemicals & cut my hair after having regrets. This is my new step.

[@timbawangu3038]

Very helpful. My hair is falling, I may just want to wait a month to do it😢

[@themuzz351]

Good info/speech, but photo's or some kind of examples of what you were talking about would've helped

[@robertahosey9765]

New subbie❤️ I will be getting microlocs on May 21, 2016. Thank you for the tips!

[@NaturalNirvana]

+Roberta Hosey Thanks so much for subscribing, and you are so welcome:) Congratulations on getting ready to start your loc journey beautiful! Enjoy!:)

[@blackqueenriah1412]

Hey Angel! I love your videos thanks for all the info and tips, I'm thinking about locing my hair. I've been natural going on 4 years and I'm kinda in the stage where I'm lost and over trying to do stuff to my hair. I just want a low maintenance hair style that I can juggle with school and work, and love and just leave my hair alone so it can grow and be healthy. That's why I'm considering locing, I know it's still work but I believe I can handle it. Plus I love the semi freeform locs, so I think it'll fit. Any advice??

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hi Nariah! Thank you so much! I can completely understand! I recently uploaded a video titled "5 Signs That You Aren't Ready For Locs." I would encourage you to watch that and really see if locs is something you want to commit to. It sounds like you pretty much know that it's something you want to do:) Do some research, and gain as much knowledge before starting them if it's something you would like to. You definitely have to have patience along the way, and be open to your hair taking whatever form it pleases because each set of locs is unique and differs from the next persons:) I hope I was helpful:) Rooting for you girlie! Do whatever will fit you best:)

[@blackqueenriah1412]

+Natural Nirvana I have watched it and thank you so much!!

[@genejaytre]

I just your videos. I'm on this journey as of 2 days ago. Thanks for your video

[@ojae95]

I have fairy knots at the ends of my hair … should I get a trim before starting ?? Or will it matter ?

[@keyzopendoorz123]

I had Locs almost to my shoulders and I cut em 🤦🏾‍♂️ I won’t do it again

[@CStudyway]

@Natural Nirvana, hello beautiful queen. i was wanting your opinion....Im starting off my dreadlock journey.My hair type is a 4a or 4b.I have been growing my hair for 3 months or so.I started with 360 waves.stopped brushing and combing for the entire time.I was washing conditioning hydrating my hair daily if not every other day.this past Friday I decided to try to get my hair to begin to "bud".Im going to go the Freedom Lock/Free form route.I really want to commit to the Organic Free Form locks. Enough digression tho...I put tree oil, coconut oil, and vitamin E in my hair friday night and slept with a shower cap on my head.all saturday I wore nothing on my head.Saturday night I rinsed my hair with acv/baking soda/lemon and water.let air dry then slept with satin bonnet on head.Yesterday didint wear anything on my head.@ night i sprayed with a little sea salt and water.let soak in hair for 20 minutes.I then put a panty hose on my head . I rinsed the salt out with lemon juice .I then let that soak for 5 minutes and rinsed with hot water.Towel dried afterward.then let hair air dry.before bed put on my satin bonnet.I work at a Iron foundry that used the no bake method,so sand is every where.I wore a satin head stocking on my head at work all day.When I got home I sprayed my hair with a light coat of my sea salt mixture I made and used previously.let soak 20 minutes.put stocking on hair.rinsed with lemon juice.then clean water.letting air dry.So after that all said Lol, I was wanting your knowledgeable input on what Im doing correct and incorrect?What should I be doing to get my hair to "bud" the natural way? Your time and knowledge and advised is greatly appreciated

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hey lovely, I am so happy for you and that you are ready to start your loc journey. You mentioned you are wanting to freeform. With freeform locs, there is no formula. Just let your hair do it’s thing. Wash it, apply some oil to your scalp if you want, and go about your day. Lol. Keep washing your hair as needed or desired. It sounds like you are actually doing too much to your hair by trying to force it to loc. Be encouraged and know that your hair will loc on its own. Love it, nurture it, and watch it flourish 😊. My friend makes great freeform videos. Check out her channel “Queen Abike.” 😊 I hope this was helpful. Peace and blessings to you!🤗

[@MsSeekingGod]

Thanks so much! I want to start and maintain my 1/4 inch locks on my own. Do you have any advice on the size and style of my parts? Thanks!

[@malenespencer1116]

How do you decide the size of your locs when starting? it looks like your locs got fatter when the started maturing?

[@indigenousqueen5561]

Malene Spencer good question

[@tawannacobb4144]

me2 someone told me not to shampoo my hair 4 6months😵. I'm get my loc this Saturday. i researched the type of method i want,products&reviews on the salon.

[@lakeishar23]

Thanks for the video. So if your hair have a few split ends should i get them clipped first. I have heard that it loc faster if you dont clip your ends. My appointment is this Sunday and I'm nervous.

[@kourtneydenisee]

thinking about it 👀🙌🏾

[@biancaverdree7514]

Your eyebrows are EVERYTHING ! 😍

[@NaturalNirvana]

Aww, thank you Queen!

[@arenthianbohannan4993]

This video was extremely helpful. It gave me the chance to count the cost of this new journey.

[@WinningInReverse]

I'm about to binge watch your videos. I've been on the edge about locs for about a year and a half and finally decided that I want them about 5-7 months ago. I don't think I'll be able to get them any time soon, so I'm doing research during the wait. What basic things would you suggest I look into? I'm already looking into what kind of locs I want, but what else? I don't want to overlook something and end up being misled.

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hey Donovan! That's great that you are doing research and doing your best to be well informed and educated! I would definitely recommend that you research a quality loctician (see what they do, what products they use, examine their clients hair, etc.). Also research and know what size locs you are aiming for, the parting system that you like best, and the method in which you want to start them:) Blessings on you new journey!

[@awakenedbeauti4977]

Same here lol. I don't plan on getting mine until April or May of next year. I want my hair to be shoulder length before I get them.

[@MizzDanielle08]

I’m starting mine next week

[@jessicademocles444]

thanks so much for your videos ! I am considering dreadlocks for so long but needed proper advice :P How do I really know my hair type ?

[@yolandanelson8987]

Jessica Démoclès they are locs not dread.. no dread at all they are locs

[@lilmamma807]

By clean hair do you mean no products? I can't detangle my hair without using products after a wash.

[@AnissaBC]

You are so beautiful! 🙌🏾

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you!

[@cam8464]

Hello. Would you happen to know you loc count? Thank you😊

[@jocoolshow]

too late for tip #2 lol. I know nothing about hair or locs, besides basic Google searches. But I started mine 5 months ago. thankfully I'm alright and didn't get scammed. I got comb coils and retwist once a month. Pretty good so far besides the fact that sometimes I get lint and my hair starts getting shabby after only 2 weeks lol

[@jasont5009]

I want mine similar to your but I’m worried about having a part in the middle will thin my hair out over time so should I go rugged In between months

[@afeishasterling7234]

Is rose water any good for locs?

[@IslandKingLocs]

Beautiful locs

[@NaturalNirvana]

+Curtis Islans Thank you

[@lovevillain3558]

Which 37 of you relaxed your hair before watching this video😂

[@dominiqueh5133]

Thanks I been going on 3yearz☺☺

[@dreagx3250]

Do you regret it?

[@cbluvfitness]

What kind of locks do you have? Nice tips btw👌

[@bptr9106]

I always wanted dreads my hair is long enough but my friend said I don't have that face for it idk what to do

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hey Nate! If you want dreadlocks, go for it! Don’t let anyone discourage you from doing what you desire with your hair. That comment your friend made was ridiculous. Surround yourself with people who build you up 😊.

[@kingfrancois1708]

I'm thinking about locs my hair but my hair a little thine .what's your takes on that

[@lannah7282]

I’ve still been washing mines I don’t listen to what people say

[@onewayyb5943]

I'm getting dreads... but my hair is very short... like less that and 1inch

[@tiffanypoynor5367]

Do u supposed to braid and twist the locs?

[@kenyotafletcher7037]

Nice how do you get your teeth so white

[@LOCDBEAUTY75]

Have you counted your locs?

[@MunkI3Johnson]

Great advice!!! 😁😁😁

[@MsSassyMT]

Great advice.

[@bj77755]

Thanks for the tips

[@moneyfantasy]

Great tips. just subscribed.

[@oliviawaweru6781]

What is your type of lock coz I want that

[@renjiuzi]

My hair is 6months old can i start dreads

[@shaquoyag1484]

I want to know hair care tips

[@Sunshine11.1.1]

I'm ready

[@jainap2925]

The lord must've sent me to your KZbin Channel because I'm really thinking about starting some locs but from the two strand twists..

[@stampedup9477]

Jaina' P Gorgeous

[@kenyasmith9560]

How often do you wash your locs?

[@NaturalNirvana]

Hello:) I wash them whenever needed:)

[@Simply_Dandie]

Okay am. On the right track

[@LOCDBEAUTY75]

Disregard my question on your loc count. I went back and looked at your previous video

[@NaturalNirvana]

+MrsVette75 Thanks girlie:) I have 106:)

[@JohnDavis-jp9hr]

It’s bigger than a Journey it’s a Vow! Nasirite. Rasta And Journey is a half truth

[@kickback2038]

what type of locs do you have

[@NaturalNirvana]

I'm not sure what you mean..

[@jocoolshow]

+Natural Nirvana they probably meant how you started

[@KawandaSears]

I switched locticians because she wouldn’t wash my damn hair after four months. Kept giving me a damn dry wash

[@NaturalNirvana]

😩🤣 so glad you switched!

[@naturallyamazing2197]

how many locs do u have?

[@NaturalNirvana]

+k plowden 106:)

[@lisamondesir9709]

Girl tell me about it..

[@tanishablanche7591]

I started mine in a double strand twist.the ends I didn't cut off.I was thinking I could cut them later if I need to.Is that okay

[@hakeemhayden]

Great video loll

[@johnadams4023]

Fuck it im just about to go bald like Michael Jordan ain't nothing working for me ☹️

[@MelloneeKecia]

Locks look good

[@NaturalNirvana]

+Mellonee Edgeston Thank you!:)

[@joehouston2833]

17th February 2020

[@DotStacksTV]

Your Beautiful 😍😍😍

[@gwend6741]

👍👍👍👍👊👊👊

[@NaturalNirvana]

Thank you Gwen:)

[@juliannaokike31]

She kinda looks like Veda.