Being semi freeform isn't for everyone || 2.5 years loc'd

[@darkbrownquti]

Your locs are beautiful. How many locs do you have?

[@hallease]

I'm not sure, I haven't counted. Should I do a counting video?

[@darkbrownquti]

@@hallease yes please

[@newjersey-thesupertrucker]

113

[@ChideraStephen]

yessss

[@Bindi_Marc]

Sis, these locs are amazing.

[@oneilgerald]

JoyceMD I love your channelllllll!!!!

[@Given2Give]

JoyceMD gorgeous

[@Martina_E]

yes they are

[@Bindi_Marc]

O'Neil Gerald just watched your analysis on REM for Beyoncé and Ariana. #subscribed

[@hallease]

I watched your response Q&A video. I'm completely here for sassy Joyce. I hope she stays.

[@leeceyleece2406]

There’s something deeply satisfying about watching locs being washed.

[@lovinglife9023]

This video is seducing my soul.

[@oneilgerald]

Hallease. UGH. You are storytelling GOALS. And we funnily started our locs around the same time. I'm currently dealing with the fact that my hair is way thinner in the front and thus my locs are thinner in the front as well because they were started with the notion that my hair would eventually fill out. Hasn't happened yet and I don't know if it will, but I love them nonetheless. But yeah, back to storytelling. LOVE your style. Can't wait until your art not only supports your life but the philanthropic dreams on your heart as well! Blessings and cheers! ✌🏾️

[@hallease]

[thug tears] Thank you!

[@ChideraStephen]

awwww

[@smoosh5392]

You and your locs are a beautiful work of art. You're also a very talented filmmaker. I loved the simplicity of the lighting and the cleanliness of your hair and the bathroom. I love clean bathrooms! Congratulations on 2.5 years, you are blooming.

[@hallease]

HAHA at clean bathrooms. I'm actually in a hotel so shout out to The Hilton Garen Inn. Also, thank you for noticing the cinematography. It's always appreciated when people acknowledge the time and effort.

[@jackielocs2301]

I envy the ease of your routine but like you said this freeform life ain't for everybody. I washed and didn't retwist a few weeks ago. My roots said "girl nah, let's create a bird's nest at the roots after she already took time to separate us." It be yo own locs...

[@hallease]

HAHAHA it's not for everybody but now you know and you've adjusted accordingly.

[@TheMskblue]

Jackielocs your roots and my roots are friends. I have a 2 headed dragon because I went to long without retwisting.

[@newworldlord643]

Hahaha birds nest lmaooo.. but I feel you some people Embrace that and that is why you have some people's hair that looks like Tree Trunks and grow into different kinds of shapes some people just keep their Roots separated and don't retwist. The point is each person is an individual and folks need to respect that & KNOW THEMSELVES!!! gorgeous hair!!!!! My loc journey will be starting soon EXCITED!!!!!

[@yanacshell]

Okay? Lol. My roots are dense and I have a texture that's about 4b and frizzy. I have to retwist at least every 2 months or the congos and tangling, Chile. It's a problem😂

[@ChideraStephen]

I cant retwist my locs are too thick

[@Luuve]

5:06 was such a beautiful moment! Your hair is beautiful. I've been loc'd for 4 months, and I absolutely love my hair! The coolest part about it all is, I didn't think my hair would look the way it does, naturally. About shifting, it's simply what we should do in life, period, with hair, career, relationships, whatever. Shifting in my opinion is a sign of growth and maturity! Thanks so much for always having wonderful videos and telling the stories I love to hear :)

[@hallease]

"shifting it's simply what we should do in life" YASSS speak that. Put it on all the mood boards.

[@islandbreezy441]

Carol's daughter is one of the only black hair company I know of that has reduced their MSRP since they went large scale. It proves the others can but won't.

[@mahaliabarrow4334]

Nicke Smith MSRP?

[@islandbreezy441]

@@mahaliabarrow4334 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. In order for the MSRP to decrease they would have to wholesale for less. Once a product becomes popular the demand allows the product to be manufactured in larger batches. The piece cost is suppose to decrease because the manufacturer purchases raw ingredients in higher quantities. Because of sales volume there is no need to continue keep their products at the same MSRP. Even a small precentage of savings can be passed on to both the retailer and end consumer. Regardless the manufacturer still will have increased profits.

[@hallease]

@@islandbreezy441 Yes, I remember when they were first purchased (I believe by Loreal?) I was concerned. But the founder really was true to her word of wanting to grow and also make the product more widely available AND at a lower cost without sacrificing the quality.

[@tlovespeaksss]

You're beautiful Hallease! Your spirit and aura is so chill and inspiring!

[@stevieel8029]

I really like how you keep it simple and not over doing it with products.

[@edjones3271]

There’s no better feeling then when you find your balance within your loc maintenance. I’m comfortable in saying I found mine within 12m15days of my own loc journey! Also I just wanted to say your locs are inspiring as well as your beauty. awesome video btw you have my subscription.

[@nkipmo1154]

Your locs are so beautiful!!! Hard to believe its been 2.5 years already! I started Sisterlocks 1 year ago. Thank you so much for sharing your journey!!

[@Rea13434O]

I’ve watched this video maybe three times in the past week. I’m kinda on a loc video binge. Something about this video in particular is very relaxing. Especially the beginning bout college and the shampoo becoming more accessible..

[@jabriamonique8014]

I am not apart of the loc journey, but I loved your storytelling. I am thankful for your platform to share and guide us. Subscribed!

[@hallease]

Welcome to the channel!

[@brewatch]

Weight of my locs causes neck pain and headaches. I have to keep them above a certain length. I love the volume of semi free forming, but my hair is fine and somewhat soft, so I struggle with breakage. Every month or so I clarify with a natural dish soap. I'll be 10 years next September.

[@hallease]

I'm already considering the length I want to maintain. I think i'll let them grow to about bra-strap and then after that just maintain that length. I have no desire to have more hair than that on my head. Especially when I think about how often I wash

[@ParisianBookworm87]

I've had my locs for 12 years (trimmed 7-8+ inches twice) and I still love watching loc videos just like yours and for multiple reasons. You are so gorgeous :-) Thanks for uploading.

[@djefardeur7958]

That's probably the sweetest documentary i've ever seen!

[@jaynahogan21]

Rewatching these videos as I am strongly considering getting my hair loc’d. Thanks so much as these videos are so helpful!

[@zymeenachavis895]

That’s how I knew semi freeform would work for me. My hair grows in my locs. My locs look full and unique. People still mistake them for twists…I started with coils. However, I had to get used to separating my locs. The key for me was doing it when damp to get the large or long hairs out from other locs. Then when it’s close to being dry…very close. Wrapping the loose hair around my loc so it doesn’t try to sneak out again 😅 love the video ❤

[@lindaninxasana6273]

Your editing skills and creativity is so lit. Its like I was watching a show on BET or something

[@angelah6472]

Your locs look great. I wanted to semi freeform so much but I found that my hair grew away from the loc causing a very frizzy look with thin locs. Now I retwist once a month with much better results

[@hallease]

In the comments below, let me know what loc topics you would like me to discuss. 😎✌🏿

[@czarinaczar]

A good topic is how to quickly get rid of product buildup from locs at home. 🙏🏿

[@boldlion9417]

Hallease would you recommend this regimen for someone who is almost 6 months loc’d?

[@hallease]

Sure! I pretty much started doing this around that time

[@hallease]

@@czarinaczar Neutrogena Anti-Residue shampoo. If it's really bad -- detergent soap that you use to wash dishes like Dawn

[@BreyonnaMorgan18]

What size is this? It's not sisterloc sized, but not regular sized either.

[@CHill-ko9fj]

Her whole vibe is cool and chill!

[@charityandabwamakale9429]

I have not seen a single lint. Guess you are the loc goddess we have been waiting for Hallease 😍 also your vibes are so relaxing

[@authorizeking4027]

Why do I love your voice ❣️

[@denysedenyse4070]

She seriously needs to do commercials or some type of voiceover work.

[@strandsbyjess6599]

Work for audible or something because it’s so soothing !

[@strandsbyjess6599]

Damn I’m a year late 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@artesyamoore]

You are doper than I can handle. I love the aesthetics of your videos and I love you! I have had sisterlocks for two years, but I still watch your videos for loc advice. Thank you!

[@Winis_World]

You and your Locs are BEAUTIFUL! Your storytelling is amazing. Your voice is very soothing too.👑

[@celloboimari]

I've said this before but, everything about this video is great the aesthetic, the track, the content, the composition...and the most important line of the video, and to the loc community "If something isn't working....just shift" I've watched this video way more times than I'd like to admit.

[@Shesroyal85]

Dope locs. I’m a freeformer too 😍✊🏾 Started from a fro. My hair wanted to loc

[@emalvowms0]

Love this video. Love your narrative voice figuratively and literally. Love your locs. Love all around. I’m trying to let my locs be. I’ve been getting a color itch lately.

[@LehlohonoloFaith]

Your velvety voice and the tranquil aura that compliments it, is gold for me.

[@niccolethomas4591]

That is so true, EVERYONE'S loc journey is DIFFERENT. For ME, I choose not to Americanize my locs, I'm FREE FORM. some have to do it due to their jobs or or just because. But there are others that......like my niece would say!!!! LET IT GOOOOOOOO!! LET IT GOOOOOOOO!! LET IT GOOOOOOOO!!

[@missnaturalme]

The quality and content of this video is AMAZING! I just started my semi free form journey a month ago and I love it! This is my 3rd loc journey. The previous two times I maintained my love every two weeks. My edges paid for it too!! :(

[@PinaColobster]

I've been following you for years Hallease.. way before you started your locs. The quality of your videos are still excellent. Well done

[@hallease]

Aye! Thanks for sticking around

[@spacecase7566]

The cinematography. 😍. Your locs😍 your storytelling 😍

[@pierrejasmin22]

I've been semi free form for about 8 months now. I love your locs.

[@rodandkimwalker3572]

Your locs are beautiful. I am finding myself obsessed with semi freeforming, thus I'm shifting. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@jturner6368]

❤❤❤ right now I'm in a place where I'll retwist them when the spirit moves me. I started out wanting them to be done every month, and super neat, but 1. That's expensive and 2. I dont have the patience. I'm happy with the way my locs look now.

[@kaylastamps6196]

Your locs are literally my goal. I’ve had this image in my head of how I wanted my locs to grow into and I’ve been searching the internet for it and I’ve found it: your locs. I’ve been growing my locs for 7 months now, but I don’t think they will turn out the way I want them to. I’ve started them by twisting them (no specific size, just twisting with my finger) then had those interlocked like the 3rd month and haven’t had a retwist since. But my hair is thin and I don’t think they would lock on their own

[@jazwhoaskedforthis]

You have a really soothing voice. Your locs are lovely, thank you for sharing.

[@nkechidouglas5541]

This is exactly my hair type, down to the colour even. It took trial and error, some near misses and also some stumbled upon hacks to get into the place of unity with my locs. I started out with comb coils and maintained by re-twisting, but when my locs started thinning out and my then loctitian refused to consider other maintenance options such as interlock, I stopped going to him and chose another loctitian who happens to be my cousin. He started interlocking my hair, and my hair regained strength and thickness again. Since then, I have limited re-twists to 2-3 times a year. Right now, the thought of being semi-free-formed is sounding more and more appealing. My last maintenance was in April 2019. I want to see what it would be like not to interlock until April or May 2020, because I notice that my hair now grows into each loc mostly, thanks to the interlocking.

[@jaynahogan21]

I can’t believe it’s been that long!!!!!! Love it

[@nikkiep23]

Beautiful journey hallease! I'm 22 months into my second journey and I'm not happy with them. The parting is not even and I dont have the fullness I would like. After going back and forth, I've decided I'm going to cut them in December and re start them. I think I will be happier with my third and final set. I'm semi free forming until December so that I can have a little bit of length. I'm excited for this journey.

[@mahaliabarrow4334]

Nikkie You can try combing them out if you want to maintain length.

[@tclipse6834]

Your videos are so relaxing + beautiful locs

[@weotalks2810]

I Apply the Oil directly to the WET SCALP TO SEAL IN MOISTURE..24 YEAR LOC...GREAT VIDEO

[@courtneygriggsby1358]

U are beautiful!! I've just recently started my semi freeform journey and I'm loving the freedom it is bringing! U have a new subscriber in me!

[@hallease]

Hello! Welcome to the channel

[@adilyahbatelohim1417]

Thanks for the video sis. Beautiful locs. Beautiful you. I agree semi freeform isn't for all. I decided to stop maintaining mine and go freeform after the first 4 months but my hair began to unravel and the locs started thinning and breaking. So I had to wrap the growth around the thin parts of the locs to reinforce them. Semi freeform didn't work for me.

[@enaruvie]

Your voice is soo lovely and calming and I love your videos.

[@OmogeOTreats]

Hallease!!!! It's All ease. Firstly, I love your voice I love your hair I love your simplicity. I'd be glad if there is a way to reach out to you. I was going through some articles and your name was mentioned, so I came to check here on KZbin. And you're an amazing personality. Thank you.

[@LionessNae]

Your locs are everything!!! 😍😍

[@remnantfewministriesminist495]

Love your filming. Pulls me in. Music has me so relaxed! Locs look beautiful. I have been wearing 2 strand twists. Waiting to get parts right then loc. This will be my 3rd set of locs from being shaved!

[@myrilunalee9999]

OOooh! i am SO excited to try out the Carol's products now! And thank you for explaining how different hair textures can determine how semi-freeform hair acts (such as your regrowth naturally going into the loc formation), because I really wondered about how that was occurring with you. Thank you **appreciative**

[@charonbullock637]

Ok

[@OGEEBAEEE803]

Sis voice is so soothing

[@CC-cj9wq]

The shape of your hair is bomb!

[@Queenofsword737]

Queen your locs are absolutely gorgeous. I will be a year on my journey Nov 26, its been a challenging year but im loving my journey I usually retwist 1 to 2 months I decided to wait longer to retwist. Thanks for sharing

[@JuaniqueVerde]

I love the music! I was wondering how you kept your hair so clean without lint, but then...the brush!! 😲🤯 genius idea! Watching this makes me want to start locs again. 😊 you have beautiful locs & I love your simple routine.

[@thewisdomdivatv]

Your natural hair color is perfect.

[@amibrink]

First, you're beautiful. Second I just started my locs (almost 3 weeks old), so I am still learning my hair. Plus I have a fine, soft and very wavy texture. I want them to be small, however I am very quickly learning that you can have an idea of what you want them to turn out like, but that doesn't mean that what you have envisioned for yourself is what will be. It's a lesson in acceptance. At least it is for me, which I am still struggling with. Thank you for your video!

[@stefanierimpel8002]

Your locks are gorgeous! 😍

[@AGTTMAOOTB]

You look so beautiful and your hair is poppin!

[@chantelvenessa]

Ah your locs are gorgeous. Mine is probably an inch or maybe 2 shorter than yours. Mine are semi free form I only retwist them 2 of 3 times a year, but I noticed thinning in a few of them so I'm going to take your advice and start retesting every other month

[@Zizi3]

Finally! I've been waiting for a loc update from you. I also semi freeform and unlike you some of my hair grows away from my locs and not into them which gives some of them a thin look. I've decided to maintain my hair a bit more often to avoid any thinning. Originally my plan was to only retwist 4 times a year. I will be 2 years in January and I've only retwisted my hair 5 times. But like you said I some people's hair need a to be trained and I think that's mine. So I'm thinking to rwtwist every 2 months and once they are trained I'll go back to 3 to 4 times a year.

[@hallease]

Haha I only make loc videos when I feel like I have something to add to the conversation. Otherwise I'm just over here chillin'

[@Yoursweetestlife]

Semi free form on Week2 and excited about the journey

[@kwadwo693]

Some of the best locs I’ve seen

[@niaimanicooper7757]

This is a great video!!! Perfect quality, extremely informative, plus you have a beautiful and soothing voice

[@onekayahu8608]

Love your locs! Your hair looks very strong and healthy.

[@LunaDarling423]

You have a soothing voice and your locs are amazing 💕

[@RakiRodgers]

So I just decide about two months ago that I was going to transition to semi freeform locs. This is almost exactly my routine! New sub. Great video!

[@sherlyndiaz4829]

Okay first of all, Im 15 seconds in and I HAVE to subscribe. Wow you're awesome

[@MsNeal2023]

YOU.ARE.EVERYTHING

[@tonjabates6367]

Im subscribing just because of the relaxing music and softness of your voice lol

[@hallease]

Welcome!

[@esotericone9101]

I love the simplicity of your routine. Mine is simple too, but I have to retwist a bit more. My hair won't grow into the loc as you mentioned and instead will just fuzz up around the roots. LOL! 💚💚

[@mrs.bosstoross4741]

I’m working through the dry and crunchy locs. I’m learning I have low Porosity Hair with tight coils. I bought a steamer and started hot oil treatments. I like you’re idea of using leave in conditioner. Will try instead of regular conditioner.

[@ZenLioness]

Congrats on reaching 2.5 years! Loving your locs, as well as the quality of your videos ✨

[@Mizzunder5tood]

Shalom sista you have an enchanting voice. Thanks for the tips.

[@celloboimari]

Wow...this was such an amazing video, and your locs are beautiful! Amazing song choice! nothing but love!!

[@hallease]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@JahJahSee]

Loved it ... your loc’s are beautiful ..love that you are semi freeform I’m also taking that journey...

[@SJANELJ]

Love this video my hair has a love hate relationship with semi free. So i started interlocking one every 2 months with only one or 2 rotations. gives me the not so kept look (that i love) and keeps my hair kinda together. Thanks for the updates and all the info.

[@CashConscious144]

your voice is so damn soothing omggg😭♥️

[@vbuliox7803]

YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@helloanny88]

They’re so lonnnngggggggg. So beautiful.

[@dewyn3454]

Your locs are beautiful, I started mine 2 months ago and I like them even if they are small (8cm).

[@cococaramello1]

I WISH I could be freeform! My locs especially in the front are holding on by one hair if I let it go too long. Great video!

[@Christian-sn9qn]

Your locks look amazing. Stay Blessed 🙏🏿

[@4evalocd660]

Sis ur journey is amazing....

[@its.dayday__]

Your voice is so soothing 😍

[@lilykabachia]

You look beautiful!!!!

[@TheWellnessKitchen]

My locs are still immature. I've had them since march. My hair love to mat and tangle up so I thought after years of saying no I would try locs since my hair liked itself so much. But it's had since I have a lot of new growth that just won't loc. I think my next step is interlocking and Insta locking the hair to get it to were I want it.

[@gabrielmaroto18]

Your hair is gorgeous!

[@charismamitchell6322]

You have beautiful thick hair.🔥Keep sharing. 🙏🙏

[@chantelvenessa]

I've never thought about brushing them either, going to give this a try too

[@OGEEBAEEE803]

Make a video speaking affirmations. Your voice is made for it.

[@BeautyWithinKakra]

First of your hair looks great! But i def cannot semi- freeform. Started with twisting my first year and switched to semi but quickly realized that my soft hair hates it. My roots had too much loose hair. Ended up using Chescalyia’s method of pulling loose hair in + interlocking

[@Mz_Latee]

Same issue here

[@toriwedderburn4171]

You’re so beautiful 😩😩😩😩

[@jahthegiantpeach3511]

I have thick semi free form 20 locs. I find i have to maintain them more often at the 1 year mark so they dont become flat or look weird.

[@mnotinglife7934]

Oh wow! Your locs are about the same age as mine and look a little similar! Congrats on 2.5 years!!

[@themindfulstrings]

Beautiful! Nice to learn about more residue free products! I use a bar shampoo, but kind of tempted to try the deep clean neutrogena... Im due a root maintenance!

[@teeholt750]

This video was very relaxing and encouraging. Thank you.

[@aboutnatlife]

This is sooo beautiful. My gosh. Bless your soul for giving us these amazing videos. #inspired

[@Windsingerful]

Oy - the blessing of hair that grows into the Loc! Unfortunately that particular trait bypassed me, so between that and finer, looser coiled hair in front/top/temple areas, retwist is a must once a month or them wandering hairs will be spearing into places they should not and I end up with a spiderweb! 🤦🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️