STARTER LOC DOS AND DONT'S | Get your hair to loc FASTER!!

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Heyyy Everyone!
These are my tips to get your hair to loc faster or things that you might be doing that could be slowing your progress down! These are things that I have learned from my personal experience so it may or may not work for you and that's okay! We all find ways to manage our hair and we are all not the same :) I've been getting some questions regarding people's hair not progressing or their hair keeps unraveling so in this video I share some dos and don'ts when it comes to starter locs!
I hope you guys enjoy this video and as always, thank you for watching and thank you for the support! Much love xx
Anddddddd I really didn't want to add music to this video so I hope it doesn't seem like it's dragging lmao
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[@danielley.myskacppftrp6786]

Hi, Sweetie! Your Mom, again. I love how very prepared you are for sharing your hair journey dos & don'ts based on personal observations. You are a resource and take that responsibility quite seriously, people can see & appreciate that. Keep giving it your All!

[@DESZREN]

Awwwww you know I like to do my research and gain as much info before I share so that means a lot! I love you and thank you for continuously supporting everything I do ❤️

[@shanaegianni9868]

Y'all got something special ❤️

[@BeadyE20]

Aww, so sweet 💕

[@Smoxve]

this comment better than the whole video 😩❣️

[@paolabelizaire3297]

aww🥰

[@taymay4894]

everything about her is giving me moisturized, spiritual, enlightenment vibes

[@DESZREN]

This made me so happy 🥺 thank you! 💜

[@Nadiaaaaaaxdxc]

Can I just say I love going through the comments and how everyone is saying they started their locs this week or a few days ago. This pandemic has really allowed us for self love, self reflection, and growth. Started my locs on 5/26/20 and I’m so excited about this journey. Good luck to everyone!!! 🔒🔒🔒🔒

[@DESZREN]

YES! It’s honestly so motivating and inspiring. And i love that you guys share with me and engage with each other too! It makes me so happy and good luck to you as well! ❤️

[@lakeishar23]

Me too. I go straight to the comments while listening to the videos

[@ellaodey1672]

I started mine on the 21st of April after putting my off for years. I'm so happy, but mines really short, I dunno how often to re twist or style and all that

[@ashleyc9354]

I locked on 5/14/2020! Hang in there! This is so exciting 😊

[@lakeishar23]

@@ellaodey1672 I just made a week today yaaay. But the young lady told me to come back in 4- 5 weeks.

[@ice6574]

To everyone who’s in here talkin bout they thinkin bout startin locs... DO IT. It’s not permanent unless you want it to be. You can try it out for a month or two and if you like it and fall in love w it which I hope you do.. keep it. If not take it out 🤷🏽‍♀️ you’ll never know unless you try! SO TRY ❤️

[@DESZREN]

THIS!!!!! I tell people this too! You def have a grace period to decide if you want to continue your journey or not! But it’s the best thing I’ve done for my hair and I know a lot of other people with locs feel the same way!

[@crisangel581]

What's the best method it you're deciding to take it down after?

[@crisangel581]

@@extrashotofespresso_ I was just wondering which will be easier to take down in the twists or comb curls method of locking. I have 4c hair too and I'd like to experiment just to know what lays and look right. And lol on your daughters. Hope it's successful this time.

[@RockZombieIAm]

Yes! I decided to lock my hair after watching people comb their locs out. It takes a long time and is time consuming but you can always, undo locs without shaving your hair off 😭

[@atiyalawhorne1889]

@@crisangel581 iuuiuuu

[@nyamariee.]

My hands in my hair while I’m watching this lemme go get my bonnet😂😂

[@DESZREN]

LMAOOO girl when you realize you’re doing it it’s like “damn sis wydddd???” 😭

[@Tnorteye]

Lol me always

[@rumchapo9752]

🤣

[@marla2hip25]

I started mine yesterday ! So excited 😊

[@DESZREN]

YES!!! I’m happy for you love!

[@ahnab.3568]

me too 🥺 used the coil method since my hair is 4b

[@latayacole4535]

AHNA B. I did too but 2 strand twists. good luck on your journeys ❤️

[@laurinemoundangui2067]

Me too but micro-locs and I start with 2 strand twist

[@Nadiaaaaaaxdxc]

Started mine yesterday!!! 2 stand twist!! So exited 🥰🥰🥰

[@vikkie365]

(1) I washed my hair.. about 1.5 weeks into my microlocs. I workout and sweat a lot 🙄🙄 so I had to. It actually turned out to BENEFIT me because my hair shrunk & coiled faster into individual “locs”. (2) I tried the stocking cap method, but my head doesn’t feel clean enough. (3) It helps to interlock your hair at least once. If you have a looser texture that keeps slipping after washing , interlocking will help your locs from unraveling, & your hair will coil right back up and into a loc after washing.

[@uniquelykmee9688]

Y'all I am officially budding! Its been 4 months and I am in love.... LOVE YOUR FRIZZ queens and good luck on all your journeys

[@parispatterson3778]

I’m starting out freeforming so that process is taking longer.... yesterday my mom saw one of the little knots hanging off and she snatched it out 🤦🏾‍♀️If i didn’t get upset 😂😂😂😂had to explain to her what it was

[@DESZREN]

LMFAO I would’ve been tight. Like no one asked you to do this 😭

[@OneShroomTooMany]

Lmaooo yoo the little knot hanging off 💀I felt that

[@uniquelykmee9688]

Lol my moms did the same thing to me! I grad that knot outta her hand like it was baby bird lbs I was distraught

[@Abmarp]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 You know I didn’t know that it was normal and that they shouldn’t be yanked out? Lol I took out a few Now that I know 😂

[@tashaburgess3753]

Giiirrrlll... you were killing me with the “I don’t wanna wear a hair wrap” voice😂😂😂😭

[@DESZREN]

LMFAOOO I had tooooo. I be cracking up when I edit some of these videos 😭

[@nikathompson9302]

I started my journey 5/9/20 from being loose natural for 3years and five months I also have my 3 daughters on this journey as well love it tips needed❤️👍🏾

[@emotionallytrapped2344]

“Laying all over your pillow...your cotton pillow...Probably “😂😂😂😂 not me!

[@DESZREN]

Yes!! That’s what I like to hear!!!

[@ComfortAids]

🤣🤣

[@camrynalexis3236]

Okay but skinnn 😻 I’m a month in my journey !

[@DESZREN]

Yes girly! That’s so awesome!! The first month is probably the hardest!

[@earthlybrown4876]

Started my journey tonight sending love to all my Black Queens 😌😌😌😌

[@nailsbycynaraartise413]

How’s it going? Started mine tobight

[@susheenarussell817]

I'm almost 2 years into my second set loc'd journey and I found that water made my hair loc faster.

[@LovettbalngoodsLLC]

Yes 🙌🏾 mine too

[@brianal846]

I started mine this week ... so excited..., I've been studying!!

[@jsts8056]

Almost three months in and I have buildup. Not from retwist products, but oil! I've been using castor oil (which is too thick and attracts dirt like a magnet) and I've been using too much! Definitely only apply oil to the root. Do not let the oil coat your locs! And the wave cap wash method is helpful, however, I don't think it washes the hair as good considering I was barely getting the oil out when I washed with a cap! Just some things to be aware of! Still loving my locs regardless

[@GlowinNaturally]

I deff needed some of these tips and tricks. I kind of forget to moisturize it often! 3 months locd and I need to moisturize a bit more!!

[@DESZREN]

Yes girl! Sometimes I forget too and then my scalp gets itchy and I’m like OH YEAH 😭

[@xxix_desii_xoxo4482]

Great tips‼️ I started my locs journey 4/20 and just took them out and started over. She did my locs twisted to the left and I just couldn’t take it anymore. They kept unraveling. I prefer clockwise like you mentioned

[@flvckoVLONE]

Yo face glowing gahdamn. 😍😍 Tell me your facial routine, I need that video family 😂.

[@DESZREN]

Coming next! ☺️

[@flvckoVLONE]

DESZREN 😁

[@quilockett5655]

@@flvckoVLONE yes her skin is beautiful

[@princesaaJai]

I’m 2 weeks into this journey - andddddd I was twirling my hair as I watched. *puts bonnet on* 🙊

[@prittymodel]

Skin is giving me L I F E. We need the routine.

[@donswayze7587]

It's the Sunlight illuminating your melanin for me

[@blossomtiger7015]

I go back to your channel time and time again. I got 🔒 again seriously middle of last month. It’s comforting to keep watching for helpful hints and common sense and love ❤️

[@killerzxyz_]

When did you start and when did it start locking?

[@ChanelAnice]

Water is definitely a must. I started my locs 5/5/2020 so tomorrow makes me 1 month + 1 week! Loving it so far! Also you’re kinda my hair twin 😍 we have very similar texture, length, and density and I have 60 locs so it’s cool getting to watch how your hair progresses!! Love your videos 💕💕

[@gift_theauditor]

You started on my birthday ☺️I started four days before hope the journey has been great

[@jahbrae]

Just started mine... side note 👀 lawd bless me with a sistah like this lawdddd 😂😫 looking like a bundle of cocoa butter dipped in glowing honey and love.

[@atward]

Started my loc journey on juneteenth and I have never been so happy with my hair. Thank you for the tips!

[@princesslayah17]

How's it going?

[@stanleyrobinson2549]

Girl that slow mo head wrap is me!

[@DESZREN]

seeeeee I knew someone would say that!! lmaooo

[@ChrystalClearBeautyLV]

Hello gorgeous ❤️ I've been binge watching your videos this week. I'm on day #2 of 2 strand twist starter locs and I'm in love. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@DESZREN]

Yay!!!!!! That’s so exciting! And thank you for watching 😢❤️

[@natashiaedwards3590]

Luv this💜u were very informative and clear in the presentation! I’ve been watching tons of videos and doing lots of research the past 3 or four weeks… I’ve watched to get locs for at least 10 or more years and I think I’m finally ready! I did a big chop about a year and a half ago…. I think I’m 3c/4a mostly! Everyone tells me that it’s gonna take forever to loc but I’m so OVER my loose natural hair and it hasn’t even grown that much! I’m tired of wetting my hair basically almost every day and I spend more money on hair products than I want too! Anyway… thx for the video and I m subscribed to your channel! 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@spresume2705]

I started yesterday with two strand twists.. I’m excited to see what my hair does in a month or 2

[@_le.ah_]

I started mine abt a week ago and I love them 🥰🥰🥰

[@thegreatconsciousnessrenai7221]

Starting mine today as a part of my total wellness journey. Absolutely beautiful young lady. Thank you for the video.

[@kayfeathers7209]

I’m literally responding to almost every question! When you was like oh when you’re home are you just lounging hair just touching everything I was like NOPE! I wrap my hair up👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. I think ppl like the neatness when using a comb. I watched a few videos from Yonnie the Locologist she cringes at the idea of using a comb to twists and combing out the new growth.

[@DESZREN]

YES!!! I love to hear that! We must protect our crowns! And she is very helpful when it comes to maintaining locs! I’ve watched many of her videos!

[@Cocoamama03]

I want to start my locs but after watching Yorkie the loclogist has me being very picky about who starts them. If I'm not mistaken she talks about not using gels and a bunch of products and combs, she doesn't even own one. I want her to start my locs but I know she wasn't taking any new clients.

[@karyn6624]

I’m free form so my journey is a little different but laying in a pillow actually helped my hair to loc and I was washing my hair frequently and oiling it as she said , I also def don’t EVER use conditioner !!! I loved this video would of really appreciated it back earlier in my journey I’m 2 1/2 years loced now and still abide by these rules ❤️❤️

[@chevynorfleet561]

Thank you much for this advice. I'm contemplating on locking my hair soon. I was going to try and get a design/style, but after watching this video, I probably will just wait it out. Thank you 🤝🏾✊🏽

[@imanihough2447]

i just started my locs on new years and i already inpatient 😭

[@dimeryshell8380]

Same

[@kanyeeast7393]

I'm on day 25 of comb coils, first wash and retwist in three days. Been misting using a mix of water, vitamin E, and JBCO everyday. Excited about the journey.

[@DESZREN]

Nice!!! Sounds like you have a good routine!

[@mareenengles2371]

I’m starting my loc journey right now. My daughter is doing the two strand method for me! I’m super excited!!!😊

[@princesslayah17]

How's it going?

[@missmauda1397]

Am starting my locs next week and I really needed this thanks

[@yolo-vl4wz]

black girl magic IS REAL! 💫

[@DancerAryn522]

ah I’m starting my locks with two strand twists tomorrow so thank u for this! I was so nervous about the washing part bc I usually wash weekly and I was worried that my scalp would be itching like crazy in between retwists but I’m glad that’s not the case

[@Poundcake921]

I cant stop cutting off all the sever heat damage I have at end of twists...but its definitely making a difference...hair is bouncier and thicker!

[@moyaslife1931]

I am a week in I can’t wait till it loc 🤗🤗🤗

[@DESZREN]

Yes! Waiting is the worst part 😭

[@Amelanin23]

I started mine two months ago and I haven’t put any water on my locs yet 😭 now I will when I get home

[@Femi9Recluse]

Combing out my first set of locs & will be starting a new set shortly after these are down. Great advice! Definitely going to cover up my hair more & not use any products. Especially after seeing the build out that I had in these!

[@Itsterrileeee]

Ahh your hair is so beautiful. Looks similar to mine lol 😂 I just be struggling like wearing to many ponytails man. I need to just let it be! Oh and don’t get my started on picking the ends and untwisting it 🥴 that’s why I stay with my bonnet on at home lmao 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@DESZREN]

Aw thank you!! Girl it’s okay 🥺 ponytails are my go to as well when I don’t know what to do with it or I’m not feeling it!

[@LadyLiberty02]

Definitely watching this…laying on my cotton pillowcase…without a wrap on 😒😂

[@curiouskelzz7918]

Started my locs and I'm excited! Your so chill and I love your hair and skin!!

[@Mrespn84]

I found that 🍋juice&💧works good.. Makes it tangle n loc faster

[@DESZREN]

Ooooou I’ve never heard of that! I might have to give it a try. When would you use it?

[@yashicasmith4274]

How often to use it?

[@JuJuKnowsBest]

Following!

[@maxineswoods1418]

Facts

[@Uriemarie]

GIRL you’re so beautiful ✨✨✨✨✨Rock that crown ❤️

[@DESZREN]

Thank you!!!! 🥰🥰

[@LavonLovely]

You’re beautiful, thanks for the tips! I’m starting my locs next month.

[@theoneeyedmanwasking4255]

wow too gorgeous for my eyes .....glowing skin,beautiful locs,glowing face,great personality etc..

[@laddaishafead3808]

Officially starting my locs tomorrow🥰

[@NyasiasWorld]

I had locs for about 10 years and then took them out because I wanted to experiment. But now, 3 years later, I am so ready to restart my locs. I miss them so much!!

[@deedeemoore6096]

I'm beginning my Loc journey on Wednesday May 27 th I can't wait I've been contemplating over and over but I am very sure now that I want to do it !!

[@DESZREN]

YAY!!!!! That makes me happy 🥰

[@deedeemoore6096]

@@DESZREN Yes thank you so much and I will definitely keep you posted on my journey !!

[@amberyates6]

Yess just started my locs with two strand twist last week. Your video is so funny but so much honest information. Thank you!! So glad I found your channel

[@aycegxart9961]

I just restarted my loc journey last week. Via 3 strand twist. I find it holds tighter so following this advice i hope my results will be great

[@kayfeathers7209]

I use aloe juice to spritz and a mixture of oils and I’m waiting for rise water in the mail 👍🏾👍🏾 As for washing it i want to use a net instead of a stocking cap, I’m just 3 wks in

[@DhatGyrl18]

How my hair looked 2 days ago when I took that style out 😩😩🤣🤣 it was stretched and stringy and the gel the lady used weighed it down 🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️ I washed all that shit out...ima just maintain my babies myself since they are just a month and when I started my locs I started them to the left and the lady retwisted them to the right that was tragic on my locs they almost unraveled....but sis where is the skin care routine

[@DESZREN]

LMAOOOO girl it really be like that tho 😭 I’m glad you decided to wash that stuff out. You know what’s best for your hair! And skincare routine is coming next!!

[@ninabeena83]

Omg yessss that stretched out and stringy look 😫😖 just took my little style down and I haaaaate them like this lol. Bout to put my head under the water too to give them back some life

[@ninabeena83]

Great tips! Just got my second retwist and I’m a week away from 4mo 🎉 My loctician on both my retwists insisted on doing a style because of how many loose hairs I’ve had and the matting, especially at that back. I leave it in for a little while but I agree with you, better for them to just be free to run about the cabin. The frizz and “messiness” doesn’t bother me at all but these curly ends can’t stay away from each other 🤣🤣

[@DESZREN]

Yes I love having them out! And I hear you! I’m constantly pulling mine apart from each other 😭😭

[@amakathesiren]

You’re sooo gorgeous omg🥺💕

[@DESZREN]

Thank youuuu ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sharainepowell185]

I started mines today well restarted today after i washed my other ones and most of the. Came out and she really did a good job with them these times

[@2buttonsnow4]

Your skin is amazing

[@DESZREN]

Aw thank you!!

[@Sungoddessz]

Getting my starter locs in 2 weeks! Excited 😆

[@vikkie365]

The frizz looks beautiful to me. I’m embracing it, but at the same time.. I don’t like the tangles & inter-twinning when I run my fingers through.. 🤔 I might just wrap the frizz around my locs & see how it goes. I’ve tested on a few, so I hope that method will help them stay neater. The palm rolling thing doesn’t work for me.. it just frizzes back out .

[@TheRealElise]

I tried to start a few weeks ago but they were too small for my liking. So now I just started a new set but I had to braid the root to make them not unravel

[@greg2lit161]

WE SEE YOU Dez=STAY LIT 😍

[@shy2dany1]

I started my loc journey 4/29/2020 Nd these tips are very helpful

[@JewMoney_inc]

Beautiful sista! Skin glowing, I love black women...

[@DESZREN]

Thank you love!!!

[@faellebien-aime3650]

I’m starting my locs at the end of October!!!:) I just want to get a good trim and get rid of these split ends. I love your hair😍

[@yourdigitalbestie8376]

sis we need a skin care routine :) you are glowing!

[@naturalmystic8831]

I just started! I’m only a week in and already can’t believe I waited this long to start.

[@thelastbeliever13]

Thank you so much for these videos :) I just got my starter locs today and I am super excited for the journey :)

[@jaeologist3361]

This video was so needed I just started I’m so excited to see where my hair will go !!

[@diondavis95]

That sun is beaming baby girl

[@issjasmine12]

Come thru SKIN. I'm starting my journey this week 💕

[@DESZREN]

Ayeeee! I’m excited for you! And thank you! My skincare routine is coming next 😊

[@champagnegardening5182]

Two strand twisted my hair yesterday!!!!

[@DESZREN]

YESSS!

[@therealbasetsana4083]

girl, you're absolutely stunning!💓

[@DESZREN]

you are so sweet :) thank you!!

[@laurymaxis9146]

honestly thank you for this video, I’ve been thinking about locing my hair for the illest... ALSO, CAN WE TALK ABOUT YOUR SKIN??? 🤯🤯✨✨

[@DESZREN]

Girlllllll this skin is not always my friend lol but thank you!!! And I support you starting your locs! It’s an amazing experience!

[@mrs.ericanapier7128]

Thanks for sharing I will be starting my two strand twist this Saturday 💕💕💕💕

[@alexzandriaj1844]

I just started my journey on 1/30/2021. 😊♥️ I’m so excited about this journey. I’m in love with my hair , already.

[@mikaylalachell4970]

I started my loc journey 3/21/21 and I’ve loved it from day one! 😍

[@AlexisHarris]

Yes Queen! I make loc vids too. Yours are incredibly helpful. Keep it up 👏🏾💕

[@stanleyrobinson2549]

Girl you funny " I'm disappointed" XD

[@LovettbalngoodsLLC]

I will be 3 months loc on the 19th of Nov. (each month. ). I thank you for sharing your journey!! ❤️. I touch my hair too 😂. I need to stop touching it. That’s hard

[@feliciawade8419]

Aww lawd I have been pulling knots out 🤦🏽‍♀️. I had not seen anyone say leave them alone.

[@0010rainee]

i started mine 5/19/20! you're absolutely beautiful. thanks for this video ❤❤

[@DESZREN]

Aw thank you! Congrats on your journey! ❤️

[@classassignment3643]

I started mine two weeks ago. Great video.

[@DESZREN]

Thank you!!

[@portianae]

I’m glad my hair was wrapped when she asked so she didn’t have to be disappointed in me

[@woady96s32]

I’m 1 week in the ugly phase has begun lol im here for it all the come will be REAL!!! your skin is amazing 😭😭❤️

[@Tiger24kicks]

My hair is wavy and straight I started my locs 4 days ago, I just did Box braids in the triangle pattern. I'm thinking about making them a little smaller.

[@therealmimi7996]

I know this video is about hair but your face is glowing

[@MercLife100]

I’m going to start my journey soon. Thanks for the tips. By the way you are absolutely gorgeous 😍

[@DESZREN]

Thank you!! And I’m happy you’re starting your journey! 🥰

[@Lakelynbar23]

Her skin is so clear😍

[@chantastique]

You know what you’re talking about ❤ thank youuu

[@Ashleybeeforreal]

😂😂😂😂 I had to rewatch that head wrap part 😩😩😩

[@BEYONCE4life97]

Yeah I’m getting locs, I feel like I can handle it and I already wrap my hair a lot anyways

[@royhenderson1581]

You and your locs 😍 are Beautiful okkk love

[@noirfit9721]

Your skin though! 😍😍😍

[@DESZREN]

Skincare routine coming next!