how I slay my edges with locs

[@jazzmeennice]

I lost my edges doing this so, if you have fine hair & smaller locs, be careful. Sure your edges are laid, but do it too much & they will be gone. I'm a witness.

[@Rudegurllocs4less]

so true

[@jazzmeennice]

FYI, I used Jamaican Black Castor Oil to get my edges back. I still use this method with some of my ponytails, I just use less gel & put the castor oil on first.

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

That's why it's good to wash the edges out before replying the gel and use oil first before the gel so one won't lose their hairs around their edges.

[@giggles1219]

Janice Bess I swear by Jamaican Black Castor Oil! That's my Holy Grail for my hair...I have fine hair too. We have to be extra careful. I almost never wear my hair in tight pulled up styles.

[@trelljusnaturallyme165]

Hi just a suggestion maybe try using aloe vera leaves for your hair gel. I buy a leaf every two weeks from Whole Foods. I cut on the leaf as I need it and refrigerate the rest. I lay my edges down for this type of look all the time and have been doing so for many years. The aloe is very healthy for hair and scalp.

[@Oonagh72]

I have a tip for getting thick hair into a ponytail. Take your inside locks and make a ponytail and then take the locks around it and band over the first ponytail. It also allows you to not have to pull so tight and get a headache. And your hair is so pretty!!

[@alexispoole4355]

Oonagh72 nice tip!

[@hijabedforAllah]

Oonagh72 exactly. That's how I do my clients lol its much easier

[@Neah1987]

Thanks for the tip

[@MrNastydread]

OMG, your locs are just beautiful, even though I am a free former, I think your locs are royal.

[@shoberry_art8645]

Ive been doing this with my hair since feb. I thought I was just being lazy but you made it look so beautiful imma keep rocking it this way...edges laid and all!! lol! I have only maybe a inch and a half of new growth though.

[@Jessylovesu12]

The ponytail may look tight but I slick down my hair sometimes too especially for job interviews and professional events but I assure it’s probably not as tight as yall think it just looks tight because the gel makes it look sleep and secure. It’s not really pulling on the hair.

[@shottienharry]

akaBrit looks like your locs are gone

[@TawaniaP]

Thank you so much for THIS! I've been trying to find a simple and elegant way to lay my edges down and I stumbled upon your video. Lovely 🌹

[@leighdavis7813]

Her edges look nice and healthy. She did great! Right down to the scarf wrap! LOL!! I'm free forming too! Love it!

[@bridgittjones9074]

Awesome!!! I've done this style in the past... it's hard on the edges, I've learned to keep it for every once in a weekend look... beautiful sister.

[@saxyterri]

BEAUTIFUL. I have super long locs also. I use a knee high to tie my hair in a ponytail .bind over so that your head is upside down and then wrap it around your hair and tie. Love your videos.

[@DaPhlyymamee]

I might hafta try that! I got so frustrated that I stopped wearing ponytails!

[@territhomas5962]

Can you post a video....i'm interested in seeing how this is done. I too have long locs and im looking for new ways to style my hair....i'm so not good at making my locs stylish :( Looking for encouragement and ideas.

[@chokolatedove6510]

LMFAO at your saying YAAAASSSSSSSSSS. I was laughing right along with you. love the video and your locs and style. thanks for sharing!

[@olivedog1880]

am I weird for thinking that her hair looks cute even with the satin scarf...I think it looks cute with and without it.

[@jennyoyster5054]

Olive Dog She does, lol. ❤️❤️✨✨

[@dtgraham1]

girlllllll, you're doing what I did. i had dreads from april 2010-oct 2013.(you are still my favorite loc'd youtuber, i think you were my first.) i started brushing my hair because i liked my texture and putting it in ponytails and such.. then one day i woke up and picked one lock out, the another, then another... of course my hair wasnt as long as yours...... after about a month of picking...... i had about a 13 inches of pure Afro... lol.. so now i'm struggling as a natural.

[@elainepassley3657]

U have locs, not dreads...hate our hair being described as dread. Our natural hair is beautiful!

[@Ccrobin23]

I love your sense of humor at the end. Thanks for the tips.

[@MakaykayLAMB]

Super cute. Ugh. Cannot wait. Did you experience any product build up over time with the Carol's daughter edge control?

[@thelivingfruits]

I loved watching your video and dem edges woz slayed 4real. 😍

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+The Living Fruits lol, thank ya

[@afrocentrikrafter2967]

Beautiful locs-- Just a tip you might find helpful; with longgggg locs hair bands don't cut it, so always use an open string made from jersey cotton from a recycled t- shirt or a leg from nylon pantyhose. It holds locs in place until you are ready to wrap.

[@christinayoung7074]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I've been struggling to keep my hair neat without re-twisting. I'm definitely going to try this.

[@helenwalters3196]

Nice hair, healthy and full round the edges. No damage

[@iamashleyshavon]

Girl you did that! Your locs are Beautiful❤ My edges are severly thin so putting my locs back is difficult. So i have to do like finger waves on the sides when I pull them back so it sort of looks shaved. I use gel to do it but I don't really like to use gel all time so I'm going to try the product you used and see how I like it! ❤❤

[@iluvmyboba]

Your accent is so inviting. And your edges are indeed slayed. Nice style. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@ZenLioness]

Just found your channel. Love your locs! My retwist grew out weeks ago, so I can really use this.

[@kaceyjohnson6710]

Omg finally someone whose hair is similar to mine. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I want to style my hair in a bun like this. I just rock a long ponytail.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

😊

[@isistrintittle8118]

very cute.....I have a lot of locks also n I use pipe cleaners as my ponytail holders it's much easier to work with for me.

[@nightxlynxs]

OMG😍, so much new growth. I know this video is 4 years old, but do you remember how long you grew you hair out because I want this look🥰

[@marybarnes4140]

I used to struggle trying to put my hair up in a ponytail with those elastic bands but now I just use 2 pipe cleaners Twisted together and just wrap my hair in a ponytail with that maybe that will help you love love your videos your hair is looking fabulous

[@dvperez14]

How do you do that with the pipe cleaners?!! I have 46 locs, need to try that!

[@DaPhlyymamee]

+DianaV Perez Cool! I have 33 & I struggle with ponytails horribly!

[@dvperez14]

Because your locs are thick and wonderful! I just trimmed mine a bit! But wow, now it jus seems to not chill when I leave it out. Good news is I can basket weave my hair up totally and completely! ( like this phot0) 22 is a great number! Peace and Power DaPhlyymamee

[@DaPhlyymamee]

+DianaV Perez Thanks, Sis! I seem to attract less weirdos when I keep my hair up! I need a good basketweave in my life! Your pic is beautiful! ¡Respeto!

[@octaviamitchell7611]

Ok , I'm a stylist and I have locs I'm definitely going to try this when I don't want to retwist , very nice.

[@nicky6579]

Was it difficult to retwist your roots after doing this? Love the look!

[@Empress_Shaw87]

@simlelyitthelocs. You did that! lol. This is great easy up do especially for the summer. I love it.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Shauntel H thank youuuu, yes, its excellent for summer

[@ihatemyself469]

I am so happy I found this video I always struggle getting my locs in a bun and usually just have my sisters do it for me lol thanks for the tips ✨✨💕

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Nappy Girl so glad I could help😊😊😊

[@kennethwilliams8240]

Nappy Girl You are beautifully beautiful

[@AKIYIAKELLY]

Thanks so much for this video. I Just Started My loc Journey 2 Weeks ago. It Let me see that locs can be Styled Many ways. I Like How with this style you kind of get the feel still as if it was natural hair but have locs. I hope that makes sense. :)

[@kimberlymccall4153]

Very nice. Love your locs.

[@armywife2248]

Gorgeous Sista!!! Love the locs!!

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

Have you tried washing just the edges before replying gel? It can cause a buildup that way. Not only that it dries out the locks. Also applying oil first before the gel will prevent the hair loss around the edges.

[@jaadaavila7305]

ME-Tube Your Space! Castor oil yuuup

[@TheDjdot20]

nice my sister! going try this with my locs!

[@jennyoyster5054]

Honeyyyyy....you def did your thing!!!!! Okayyyyy!!!! Your hair is on point in this video. 😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️✨✨✨✨✨. But your accent is super cute.

[@LionessOGN]

I love it, lol. I used to have my hair like this all the time when I was freeforming

[@mazznaturals]

Beautiful Sis love your hairstyles your just fly girl! 😀😘🤗🙏🏾💃🏾👸🏾🙆🏽

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Marie Attobrah thank ya 😀😀😀

[@Butterfly8593]

Amazing and beautiful as usual! Now come and do something with my Locs lol!

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Butterfly8593 thanks lol

[@clorenesimilien3033]

thanks for sharing. I was going to ret wist my hair today but after watching this video have decided to wait a little bit longer.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Clorene Similien no prob 😊😊😊

[@ortem000]

Your hair is lovely, but aren't you concerned with getting traction alopecia using this style? I had my dreadlocks for 15 years and towards the end, the weight was too much and my hair started to thin out, I can only imagine what would have happened if I manipulated my edges like that. Now I am natural and unmodified and I'm still very careful with my edges. No disrespect. Just sharing my experience.

[@creamekay]

ortem000 an you no what's funny this lady was like o you have thick locs an my response to her was the smaller they are they are easier to pop of I no because I use to wear micros two string twist an after a month it was very dangerous to put in a pony tail cause pop goes those edges

[@jaadaavila7305]

ortem000 ma'am are you of Caucasian decent? Just asking because of your pro pic. And well youre right because of the weight and pulling

[@silentnight3970]

@ortem000. I have the same problem at year 13 that you had after 15 years. Did you cut or freeform your lox? Are the roots much thicker now?

[@prosperity.]

My story is identical to yours... 15yrs and thining the weight is to much my length is 27 inches. I trimmed them 2 yrs ago about 7 inches , they grew back now I’m trying to decide on either the BIG chop or a layered short bob

[@egyptel3632]

this is really a pretty style! I Will try this on my locks tomorrow

[@princesslioness4454]

Your hair is so beautiful sister

[@robinsmith2118]

Love that style laid edges hair on fleek

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Robin Smith thank you

[@DXlocs]

Yassss 😂😂😂 love it

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+DXLYN locs lol thanks, I'm tryna get yassss, out of my vocabulary 😂

[@Windsingerful]

LOL!

[@stephinahmotsepe925]

Ft but hug😒😒😀

[@dorydroids8136]

Literally when u got dreads it be really heavy like I be trying to put my hair in a bun and my arms be hurting but all at the end I slay so it don’t matter

[@melissamcdonald311]

Yes you slayed your edges.

[@DaPhlyymamee]

I love the earrings! Your hair is always laid! I feel like I wear a bun damn near everyday & I still can't rock a ponytail! I don't like that edge control stuff in my hair, though.

[@karensimmons8183]

I'm going to do my locks the same way, it looks great!!!!!!!!!!

[@baevins]

Love it, gonna try this. Q: do you try to keep the Edge Control out of your Locs? How hard can it be if it gets into the Locs to wash out? I haven't had problems with Build up, don't want to have to deep clean.

[@misssonja2700]

I have always wondered the same...do you have to wash out edge control when you switch styles?

[@flamingpixi5667]

Hi all so I'm a Latina trying to learn how to tame her baby/teenage hairs, and I bought this edge control but I find that they're not staying...stuck to my skin? Is the scarf the key component to making it last? Thank you in advance and i thought this style looked gorgeous on her 😊

[@dvperez14]

How the heck did you get that elastic thing on your thick locs? Amazing! Peace Queen, another great video! Waiting on amazing loc styles...How do you like bantu knots on your hair? How about some awesome hair wrap styles with beautiful scarfs? Look forward to your reply! Peace!

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+DianaV Perez lol, by bending over and having a good grip with my hand. I don't really like Bantu knots since I combined my locs, but I've been thinking about trying them again and thankss

[@scorpion777silvermoon3]

PRETTY... I love locs... you can really do a lot..

[@000mimimiaww]

gorgeous !!! that's my new hair goal !!

[@MelloneeKecia]

Looks great 👍👏 how does the edge control for carols daughter feel? because I tried carols daughter leave in conditioner and it left my locs hair as a brick

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Mellonee Edgeston thanks, it doesn't make the hair hard, and using water with it helps

[@MelloneeKecia]

+Smileywitdalocs thank you I might try the edge control then

[@platosklozet]

gorgeous. does that gel change the color of your hair I know some gel when you use it lightens your natural hair color or even if you have dyed your hair it lightens the color it seems like the hold is pretty good I am going to try it I am sister locked and your hair looks gorgeous also I assume that you can purchase that product at any beauty supply store?.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+loc'd&deeplyrooted thanks, no, it doesn't change your hair color and I got it from Walgreens

[@Brittania718]

I love it

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Brittania718 thank ya

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Brittania718 thank ya

[@tameiwilson6744]

very beautiful. how often do you retwist your locs?

[@sofyrelocs2691]

I have to check out your videos... I've subscribed to your channel . How often do you re twist? Does brushing your hair cause any breakage? When you re twist do you include your edges?

[@michelegrant2303]

love it sis!

[@Dmoon1234]

awesome look as always! do you brush your locs regularly?

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Dmoon1234 thanks, I only brush when I'm doing this hairstyle

[@Dmoon1234]

+Smileywitdalocs cool. I used to brush my locs to minimize lint and encourage growth. thanks for the reply.

[@Lifes1BeautifulRide]

My only question is how often to you do this? I'm asking because I was wondering if your locs will ever be able to loc at the root if you are straightening out or detangling the roots. It just appears as though you have quite a lot of loose hair. Your hair is beautiful. I don't twist my hair and before I started doing something similar I wanted to ask you about your experience.

[@Lifes1BeautifulRide]

I just saw your why it looks like I'm freeforming video. I think it basically answers my question.

[@rubyokosi8377]

Loved it. Easy too. Thanks for sharing😁

[@h.b.n3369]

wow how long has it been since you twist the roots? gon be epic when you do looks like you got about 5 or 6 inches of new growth

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+your daddy check out my why it looks like I'm freeforming video and it'll explain everything

[@h.b.n3369]

+Smileywitdalocs I see I see.. cool looks cute

[@calmingspirit1]

Have you tried Aloe Vera gel ?...........it doesn't flake and is healthier for your natural hair.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+calmingspirit1 no, I haven't tried it

[@calmingspirit1]

Yes I also have locs and Aloe Vera gel keeps my edges slick without stiffness.

[@rasbaby7]

I agree aloe plant is the natural gel

[@carolrobinson7522]

hello first off I love love your locs. I have been loc'd for 15yrs come November 9th (my b'day). I want my roots loose like yours. how can I achieve that. thanks in advance.

[@candicefarrington2208]

We share the same Brithday!!😊

[@lynnleroyable]

Carol Robinson loose edges happen when you stop retwisting. wash and seperate. no retwist

[@carolrobinson7522]

+Lynn Leroy I've been doing that for the last two months. I moisturize and comb my roots too, not working 😩

[@lynnleroyable]

really? well at that point idk. when im on a no retwist diet (lol) my edges and new growth get super wavy and easy to brush. not all the way, but for the most part i get asked if i still have locs or a natural girl. good luck finding whats for you tho. because new growth has to look like that.

[@MSMAMA76]

I love it!! Simple and easy!

[@ChocolatBabyDol1]

Your hair is beautiful

[@jonesey6383]

Love those edges. Where to get that edge control from?

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+jonesey6383 thanks, Walgreens

[@thelmachikwanha9924]

im definitley going to try this

[@mrsbeloved02]

Love your locs!!! What kind of brush are you using?

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+mrsbeloved02 I have no idea, lol...I got it from a beauty supply store, the bristles are medium hard

[@mrsbeloved02]

+Smileywitdalocs Thank you!

[@TheLocprincess]

can you please day what type of water you used& if you added any ingredients? thankful

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+TheLocprincess I just used tap water

[@taylordelorme5140]

I’m sitting here tryna figure out who you sound like and you sound just like Phoebe from the old “Charmed” show😍

[@TheGodis1One]

gorgeous and creative.. 💛 it u rocked it✊

[@asiellangdon5579]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@keisharobinson9412]

Very pretty.... Instead of edge Control I use gel...

[@EmpressNatiLocs]

SLAYED! Love it!

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+EmpressNatiLocs thank ya

[@DadzLife]

wow very nice locs!!!

[@HeyitsMinzie]

I think i'm gonna grow out my roots like that :)

[@oldchannel-x5y]

Beautiful results. I need to buy a brush...I have been trying this using just a toothbrush...lol

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Brandi Jackson thanks, lol

[@UhMuthaFkinVirgo]

😤My hair texture is waaaay different and would never look like that, regardless!😢

[@ItsYLnotYO]

Your hair came out cute but if you don't mind me asking...Is there a reason why you are not retwisting your hair? Are you free forming them?

[@rkhudson40]

ylonnda lee that's what I wanted to know?

[@jaadaavila7305]

Well its not good to retwist though this style can also cause alopecia but retwisting just to each dreadlocks

[@evanickamir2671]

yep u slayed!!

[@milkmochamoon854]

Does this work even if you don't have edge control?

[@pammcrae3655]

Hi Smiley as Mother you know you have to be provider for your household. I'm saying that because I'm a Mom also. I trying hard to get a job in this area and its taking a long time. I want to do dental hygiene degree it be awesome if I will get in. I am going to be strong it a blessing how you stand as mom and provide for your children. Peace Pamela keep smiling.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Pam McRae its hard finding a job and even harder finding a good job, you just have to stay positive...it can take a toll on you mentally and physically. Dental hygiene is a competitive program to get into, but keep on pushing

[@Askvonne]

GORGEOUS style. Very elegant. It also looks cool temp wise. My hair is so hot temp wise when it's down i love it.

[@jonesey6383]

Thank you for the info my beautiful. Many blessings.

[@keishamurray3647]

where did you get your brush from that you used in your video and also is it hard or soft.

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+Keisha Murray I got it from a beauty supply store, its in between

[@keishamurray3647]

OK thank you

[@TheresOnly1Maui]

I love u Sis! Thanks for sharing.

[@joannaj4024]

yasss your hair look so good man lol

[@daninahenley]

You did a great job with explaining step by step and the end result was awesome

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+nina henely well thank you 😆

[@jqfowler6200]

BEAUTIFUL!!

[@AmberChanelMonaii]

I have to get that edge control

[@debraaslove127]

Love this video

[@KS-dw7xu]

So does she never get a Re-twist?

[@lethamarie7560]

Thank you it's gorgeous!

[@jenksrus]

This is what i do to do my locs everyday ( in between maintenance ) lol. My girl hates it 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@Smileywitdalocs]

Lol

[@aliciabrillante]

So pretty

[@justbeingveetv3423]

Cute. Researching about locs. I want them. Concerned about how to start and the maintenance😌 Anyone have suggestions?

[@tha1Gemini24]

you're gorgeous

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+tha1Gemini24 thank you

[@Smileywitdalocs]

+tha1Gemini24 thank you

[@iggreen85]

Beautiful Healthy Hair Sis