COMBINED SISTERLOCKS Q&A

[@ItsSonya94]

"Y'all not gonna do my hair!" I felt that. Because that's the 100% truth at the end of the day. Your combined locs are gorgeous!!

[@leeceyleece2406]

Its Sonya this video made me think of you as I know you like thicker locs too.

[@KimarieVIP]

Lol...say that! @ 15:43

[@leeceyleece2406]

You’ve got such a pleasant, humble vibe about you, so good of you to take the time to share all this with us. I think this size suits you, as did your sisterlocks but I wouldn’t want to spend days retightening either. I have huge respect for the self retie crew. Enjoyed watching this, stay blessed.

[@LaBelleJacque503]

I love it. I have sisterlocks and I believe all locks are beautiful. It’s YO HEAD lol. Lock Police step back 😂

[@kathyonline]

You did a great job combining your locs; you have to do what’s best for you and they look beautiful ❤️

[@landlhoneycombhomestead3174]

I love your hair and as a matter of fact, when i get my last retie on the 13th, I'm doing mine.. Its getting to be too much for me and the snapping of my edge line baby let me tell you, i lost 2 and i am loosing my mind. I have to keep these edge.. lol and I'm wanting them to be that size too.. My husband is more excited than I am and Im like whatttt.. lol. I love it and can't wait until you do the first retie on them and watch the process of those beautiful locs transform. Congrats to you..

[@DeborahM116]

These really suit you! I think you definitely made the right decision because you made the decision that works for YOU. Like you said, no one else is gonna do your hair for you. Excited to follow you on this new journey!

[@25shala]

Please share with us your first retightening! I'm so excited for you and your new and improved loc journey!

[@cynthiamadden4142]

Lavenia, your braids look fantastic! I'm pleased that you now are able to maintain and style your own hair. Watch and see the money you will save. You look soooo good - keep up the good work!

[@jenniferbailey2442]

Your hair looks great, Ive just combined mine too. It's YOUR hair do what makes you look and feel happy.

[@LaToyoaMonikeInspires]

I did the same with my Sisterlocks! It became to be a lot after moving from my home state and not being able to find a consistent person to retighten my hair. I learned to do it myself and combined my Sisterlocks after having a lot of breakage. I also had someone do them and cut a lot of my locks off. Overall my hair is thinner than when I started out. I've had them 7 years total. I also interlock. I think it lasts longer and looks better. I'm thinking of getting mine cut in a asymmetric bob. Your hair looks gorgeous! Enjoy your journey!

[@icoleman150]

I love them the way they are. I feel like the little extra thickness they provide suits you. I may be biased though since I have regular locs instead of sisterlocs

[@s.m.5614]

Your skin is glowing... this hair style, the combined locs... is very appealing on you. 😍😍😍

[@sylviag59]

It is a very interesting back story. I have had Sisterlocks for a little over one year and I like your hair. You must do what is right for you.

[@dmwilson5285]

Oh yes! I am definitely decided and will be combining. Not me but my loctician :). Your hair is beautiful . Win - win. Less upkeep, less money, and just as beautiful as your initial sisterlocks - just in a "different" way. Rock it!

[@janetofshegatherswellness5403]

I’m a traditional loc’r that was watching you with your sister locks... I love it either way! Rock it ladybug 🖤✊🏽🔒 Also a a traditional loc’r at 3.5 yrs. I’ve always retwisted with just water. Or oil and water... no build up. If you don’t use product no problem. BUT it won’t stay “retwisted fresh looking” as long as retightening does lol 🤷🏽‍♀️ 👉🏽 my journey documented on “GatHouse Fitness” YT channel and IG

[@soulsis7301]

Janet of GatHouse Fitness yesssss sis. I’m the same way 4 years and no build up.coconut oil only for re-twist n no it doesn’t stay but I’m not obsessed with the neat look. I love when my roots are more pronounced.. this sis looks good either way. Rock on sis🙌🏾

[@fanceeish5465]

I love them combined. I looked into sister locs and it is a process to do. I then found microlocs and small locs. I ended with small locs and have around 250. I also am able to palm roll instead of interlocking. That process scared me in all that can go wrong and I’m not a hair person. Sister locs can be a cult I found. Love your hair .

[@brandinicole7992]

I think these are so pretty on you! Perfect size locs... 😊

[@saprinacraig5538]

Im going to miss your sisterlock journey. We started around the same time same length. I must say your beautiful your hair is beautiful . i will continue to support your channel. I often think bigger locks myself. Looking forward to the new journey!!!

[@blesseddiva7712]

I have sisterlocks and had my loctiction combine some of them. I’m thinking of combining them again so I can self maintain. Your locs look great

[@kimgo4518]

I think the new size is great! My concern is that these are new locs that will begin the budding and swelling process just like before, and about 3 years later, they might be more than a little bit bigger than they are now. Like medium or large traditional type locs. Interlocking might not be possible after that, may have to palm roll. But none of that is a bad thing, if you don’t mind them ending up more than a little bit bigger in the long run. But if you really like this new size you have now and want them this size in the long run, then combining just two sisterlocs or three at the most might have been the way to go, to have them end up to this current size in the long run. Just give this some consideration. Good going though. Locs are awesome.

[@nikkinaseem5603]

I loved your sister locs but seeing your KZbin channel I knew that sister locs was not for me. I love the look of your combined locs. You can still do so much with them.

[@naturalcurls4life576]

You did a great job combining your locs. They look really good.

[@ExquisiteKinkyCoils]

I love your new locs. You did a wonderful job combining them. I'll definitely stick around to watch the progression of your combined locs form into one. Thank you for sharing your new journey with us. Stay safe out there.

[@lagrandemarie8695]

You did a good job by combining your locks. It's really beautiful

[@cyrillalohi7122]

They look so so good! I'm excited for you and I am looking forward to how your new journey unfolds :)

[@Jadison03]

The “situation” caused me to have to retighten my sisterlocks. I accidentally combined a few whole interlocking but I’m not mad about it. I’m strongly thinking of combining now and self maintaining! Thx for the inspiration! I love your hair!

[@got2bfaster]

I love your combined locs beautiful!! I also combined my sisterlocks and idk how many I have but this is new for me and I love it. I think we started our loc journey around the same time too! It took 60hrs for my trainee to install my sisterlocks and then 15hrs for her to retighten them. After 2 weeks, she finished in April 2017 so this April, I celebrated 3 years of growing out my locs. This is when I started to combine mine and that’s exactly what I did. I feel everything you’ve said and appreciate you for always keeping us up on your journey! That’s just it... it’s a PERSONAL JOURNEY!! Embrace it beautiful!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@got2bfaster]

I just counted mine and I have 187 (I’ll have to try again with rubber bands lol) but I had a significant drop because I started with about 650 sisterlocks but the important thing is that you love your hair. I didn’t do braids just twists and keeping the grid wasn’t something I considered this go around. Tbh when my roots would grow, I’d like the fullness better so mine are like a free spirited type of locs lol

[@jaynablessed3809]

Im glad your doing what makes you happy with your hair, it’s look great on you sis! I actually had traditional locs about the size of your braid locs and i had them for 5 years, they were too heavy for me and my hair is thick so braiding and styling was out of the question.. you and another youtuber is actually the reason why me and my mom got sisterlocks🥰 they are beautiful and lighter and easier for me to style, thank you for sharing your loc journey with us and i will continue to follow you on your braidloc journey as well!

[@jamdownstar8100]

I love the hair! Remember it is your hair. I know you asked for feedback, but at the end of the day, you are only pleasing yourself (plus your hubby loves it, that is all that counts). I too have sisterlocks and wanted them bigger so I combined most of them. I did not care what people thought. I hate the fact that we spend so much time criticizing instead of uplifting each other. I bought my tool on Amazon (bigger size) and I love it. Enjoy your hair. Blessings 🙏🏾

[@proverb31tab58]

A braid out is going to look beautiful on these. I love it

[@barbararobinson3296]

I cut my 24 years locked hair and switched to 400 plus sister locks. It has been a major change going from waist length to 3 inch hair. I can see myself combining my locks at some point. Thank you for your courage and sharing. Be Well.

[@marywalls2980]

I love it! I have Sisterlocks and may be a copycat soon. I will let you know!

[@bj77755]

You look so pretty with your hair in this style pulled off you pretty face. I think I do like it . Maybe I will rethink what I may do down the line with my SL. Thanks for sharing AGAIN. You're so smart to go this route.♥️♥️

[@tiffanyk4952]

I really like it! I will continue to follow your journey!

[@TheCozyCornerWithAliphia]

I think your hair looks nice. I actually want to change to Microlocs myself, but I keep debating on doing it. I also have a small following that I gained on here when I started my Sisterlocks journey.

[@landlhoneycombhomestead3174]

hey, Ali... something happened to my LIVE... smh. but, I'm doing it on the 13th after my last retie..

[@eatingwithselina8482]

I follow you :) your sisterlocks are so beautiful. I love the new color

[@landlhoneycombhomestead3174]

Ali hello. I posted a video.. have a great day..

[@TheCozyCornerWithAliphia]

@@landlhoneycombhomestead3174 I found you, subscribed, and now I'm watching!

[@landlhoneycombhomestead3174]

@@TheCozyCornerWithAliphia thank you. I hope you enjoy..

[@pandorapink1227]

I’ve found that some hair types do better with thicker locs. I also started smaller (not sisterlocs) and combined.

[@HairHelp]

I think it’s great. I found your video because I was trying to find out what I could do to my hair. I have been contemplating cutting them off and starting over but I’ve gotten accustomed to my long hair. Within the last couple of months I’ve being trying to retighten my own hair and it literally took me a week and the second time after 11 hours I gave up. I no longer want to spent so ouch time on my retighten and not have it completely retighten. I feel it take away from the love of my hair. Breathe So thanks for sharing I’m going to combine my locks and maybe I won’t have to cut them off to start over.

[@dehgyal]

My husband wants me to combine my micro locs. I have thin hair so am on the fence on it, but it is easier to maintain.

[@Bindi_Marc]

Im very curious to know what makes your husband suggest that?

[@carrietoo]

You hadn't told Kadi and Simone. That is too funny. Well they look awesome. You did an excellent job. They look like authentic locs. I love it!! Can't wait to finish removing mine. It may be a while before I'm able to loc again, though.

[@queen_of_3kings720]

Your hair is beautiful I love it when I don't have your previous sisterlocks to compare it to but I'm sure I'll get use to the new look...do what's best for u boo boo 😁

[@bettymiranda3369]

You made me combine my 353 micro braidlocs. I've been locked for 4yrs and I'm over the small locs. I braided mine as well bc that's how I started my micro locs. I'm 4c so I lost my braid pattern fast the first time! Good luck on your new journey ❤

[@MZMOCHA87]

Your combined locks look gorgeous they fit your face you did an amazing job. 😊💕

[@CharaElizabethSmith]

I looove this video. I love the thoroughness and how you read every question & try to respond🥹🤎 Questions: would you say you instant locked your hair to combine them? Or what process would you call the braid method you employed? Also what does your maintenance look like(i.e. time in between reties, washing/conditioning, oiling)?

[@tjbmom123]

Yayyyy👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 your locs look beautiful, you did a GREAT JOB!!! I combined mine as well, BUT! I had someone else do it and she DID NOT, keep any kind of grid continuity 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️, she braided them together and ummm, I like the size but not the fact that I will always have the braid pattern😔

[@karenleggett9647]

I think the braid pattern gives it such a pretty style. I don’t like braid locs much but braid sisterlocs look dope.

[@aVAness]

I recently made a video about combining my locs as well, and I’m so glad you made these videos because it’s great to see others having similar hair experiences! Also, I love your voice. Subscribed. 🙂

[@mschris014]

Your hair looks great! I think you're going to really enjoy having traditional locs I have 104 locs, and I love it. I may comb out a few to split so that they're not so chunky, but other than that, no complaints. Good luck on this new journey!!

[@Warrior.bride_]

You look absolutely beautiful! I am sad because I loved your sister locks, but it’s your hair, sis. You’re gorgeous as usual. ❤️

[@bernadettespence-tulloch7539]

I really love the combined look. Miss the fullness of the sisterloc but you rocking this look.

[@cturner2012]

Loving your hair and I’m so happy you are happy with it!!! It’s your hair rock it how you like!

[@natashawilliams6975]

Depending on your hair type in my opinion sisterlocs can cause real damage to your hair. I have braidlocs and I'm loving it. Your hair still looks nice combined

[@Kindabizzare]

Looks soo good girl!!!

[@TheGrandmashand]

Thank you for the update. Your hair is beautiful and you did a fantastic job!

[@DB101415]

You did a great job. They are beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️

[@mib9632]

My first reaction was like Nooooooo but once I saw the final results I actually like them.. now I’m considering doing the same maybe in a few years

[@jasmineg2503]

It's still cute!!! I'm going to combine a few of my sisterlocks because some are too small. Great video!

[@kieonnas2514]

I love them! I watched you journey to decide sister locs or not. I decided not because of money and maintenance. I think I may be considered to have micro locs but we will see. I’m only 3 mo in. I currently have 296 but I think I’ll end up combining lol

[@kayblack6623]

I combined some of mine as well from the root. I personally like the kinda bigger locs than the really fine ones.

[@320celestin]

You look really happy compared to your anniversary video! I'm really happy for you.

[@lydia2292]

They are gorgeous 😍😍😍

[@mikki0289]

Thanks for the video, I'm debating on combining my sisterlocks. Very helpful!

[@taracannonllc]

Just combined a few of mine that were super tiny!

[@honeybadza3884]

You are a very beautiful person, inside and out. You seem so happy with your new locs.

[@lavenialivinglife]

Thank you - I am!

[@drkfielder]

Love your hair😍

[@SisterlockedPrincess]

How about calling them Interbraidlocs? 👍🏾

[@lavenialivinglife]

SomeKinksSomeKurls That’s a thought!

[@tjbmom123]

The braid pattern will not go away & I plan to cut the braid pattern off in a few years, you will enjoy them, they look great👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😍

[@lavenialivinglife]

MZ-X Oh really? I guess we’re just going to hang out then!

[@tjbmom123]

justha vingfun , it’s just not consistent with the rest of the Loc

[@Mint_tea_cup]

I tried palm rolling on thin locs using water and no product.I was surprised that worked and they did not unravel.

[@Oniyah]

I was thinking about how good your skin looks in the video long before you mentioned going dairy free

[@merlw.7579]

I love your combined locs!!! Courage!

[@danycollins107]

I got sisterlocks in 2013. I’ve been doing my own hair for the past five years. I combined my hair around year 3. I don’t have time to be spending 2days doing my hair! Do you your hair looks beautiful ♥️

[@Natilyh]

Love them even more now and you are right, it’s your hair. They look beautiful and I hope you continue to share your journey.

[@adamswiggan]

They look well!

[@user-nl4by5gp6r]

Sisterlocks is HARD WORK!

[@IAMGLYN4REAL]

Your hair is beautiful. And they really lock good after you sealed the ends. I’m happy for you sis. You are one of the sisterlock following I watch when I decided to get sisterlocks after my breast cancer battle. I’m 2 years and 5 months breast cancer free and 2 years and 2 months into my sisterlock journey. Thanks for your videos because you helped me a lot.

[@lavenialivinglife]

Glyn Davis 👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@IAMGLYN4REAL]

lavenialivinglife thanks for being my inspiration and motivation. And my locks are doing well at 2 years 2 months. I’m on Instagram and I’m still trying to understand it. I’m @Iamyn4real. My hair don’t look like what I been through. It’s getting thicker and thicker. I think I have 700 plus locks

[@rozchristopherson648]

You did a great job. 😊👍

[@hanoontheweb]

Welcome to your new loc journey! How long do you think it'll take before it locks again?

[@lavenialivinglife]

Hannah Obote I kind of cheated with sealing the ends. They’re pretty much “locked” now in my opinion!

[@TheElleFactorAgain]

Thanks for the information!!! Love your channel!

[@dsw33t3st3v3r]

So inspired, thanks for the sharing your leap.

[@jazzyj22w58]

I wear my hair the same way. How do you interlock them or maintain them? Is it still "retightening?

[@lavenialivinglife]

jazzyj22 W Are “retis” just a Sisterlocks thing?? I still plan on using this term lol. I’ll retighten them the same way I did my Sisterlocks - 4 point clockwise rotation

[@annalove5710]

I had to combine mine as well the long sitting every month was not working out for me.

[@cassandrarussell5558]

These were some great questions😁😁. Ooooooooooool, you didn't tell Caddy😅. You have to do a video when visiting her😊..Yezzzz re:dairy free diet. Sis your beautiful-stop it's 😆

[@LocQueen]

I love your new look it’s gorgeous

[@myrawalters4591]

Your hair looks great!

[@beverlyb1802]

But your still part of the LOC NATION😊

[@danafarmer7909]

You’re spirit is so nice 😊

[@gtac37]

Hi Lavenia! Thanks for answering my question. 😊 Using the crochet needle to seal your ends really worked well. 👍🏾 I have one more question...Would a four-point rotation be the right pattern now that your locks are bigger?

[@lavenialivinglife]

Life Hey! NP🤗 I read up on this from your question. There are those who do 2 or 3 point but I’m going to stick with a 4 point to keep things dense and uniform.

[@gtac37]

lavenialivinglife Cool! I look forward to seeing your hair progresses. 🙂 God bless!

[@faithmcclanahan7945]

After you combined them did you just let them grow out? What were the steps?

[@angie101972]

Seems like you have way for than that! Your hair still looks full and thick

[@angie101972]

I thought maybe over 200

[@JL-nw7ju]

Love your video and your hair. How do you wash your hair? Do you band or anything special?

[@dainisecia]

Looks good

[@conniemills8042]

It looks so cute

[@portiamckinney5501]

What do u mean not like Sisterlock or do you mean the money meaning the price what’s the difference in the time frame

[@stephaniesassignment4472]

I love them.... Good for you 👍

[@bemawill]

Hi Levenia, My Retightening Appt. Has been cancelled like many. I am in a panic😬😱. I took Retightening (3 years ago)class but have never took time to actually practice the technique😬. What’s the best way to maintain grid. I know you have at least 1 video on Retightening but can you please suggest others as well as tool you use. I have almost 700 Sis Lics since 2014‼️ Thanks Lavenia, LOVE YOUR SIMPLE STYLE and GRACE‼️🥰

[@lavenialivinglife]

Belinda Williams 700?? Wow! Use clips to help you maintain the parts/grid. I use the o locker tool when I reti.

[@bemawill]

Hi Lavenia! I started my Reti over the weekend and Tho I completed only a few rows mostly in the front, I feel like I’m getting the hang of it!! BTW I Love Your Locs Either Way But I am A Sis Locs Gurl Forevvvva And Will Continue to Follow You Bcos You are The Truth🤩‼️♥️

[@crystaljones9517]

I’m micro loc for 1 month. I want to combine. Should I use a loc gel?

[@camilleespy7395]

Would it be possible to combine with twists?

[@faithmcclanahan7945]

How do you retighten what you have now?

[@crafty_stuff7]

Hi Lavenia I love your locs now. I'm 5 months microlocks (361 locs) and I do my own retie's. I have been thinking about combining because I love the look of larger locs and I can retie quicker. However because I just spent £500 getting them done I want to give them a chance. Also I have watched so many people with waist length sisterlocks and I don't want to regret it later on. xx

[@AlsbeanNaturally]

I love your locs

[@sylviag59]

I guess I should have asked if they are less pliable(easy to bend) than before they were combined.

[@hawtnsweet]

I guess that was answered when she tossed them in the air during the video. They looked really pliable. Though they may likely get a bit stiffer as they mature.

[@sylviag59]

brown eyed ☀️ yes she did, that was the evidence. Thank you for helping me to receive a complete answer❤️👍🏾👍🏾

[@lavenialivinglife]

Jean G. They’re still easy for me to twist and braid too!🤗

[@sylviag59]

lavenialivinglife great! Be safe,