Should You Get Microlocs or Traditional Locs? Watch us discuss 6 Pros and Cons of Both | ft. Alyssa

[@yahelisrael6958]

I love my fizz I have 300 micro locs. This is my third set of locks first two were traditional locks. I pay less than 20 dollars to get my roots interlocked..... Why because I live in Ghana and it's wayyyyyyy cheaper here

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Yes frizz gives so much volume, and it must be nice getting your maintenance for the low lol

[@lakejesusisreturningsoon1659]

Ghana it is 😊. Am a Ghanaian myself. And my daughter is getting around 250 micros tomorrow. Am super excited.

[@Queenc782]

Thanks soo much for this! I was indecisive bc I was worried I wouldnt be able to maintain my hair while there for an extended stay. Where are you located?

[@yahelisrael6958]

@@Queenc782 in an area called Mallam

[@supernovasoul1]

I don’t know how many interlocs/microlocs I have. I’m going to count them. Mine took 8 hours to install but I also started on 4-6” of hair

[@honeyblue2902]

I'm starting locs now, but my go to as a reg. natural was twists. I'd rather have a permanent twist-like style that I maintain rather than having to completely undo, de-tangle, section off, wash, and dry, re-section, and redo all those twists again every other week. I felt like I was pulling out so much hair, and missing even one wash period was guaranteed to add another hour or two onto the next one. Then having to worry about loose hair styles with the weather or when I worked out? Forget it.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

i felt this comment on a personal level lol

[@nayathomas8863]

Yes! This is exactly why I’m exploring getting locs now!

[@ShadesofSage]

Exactly how I feel right now😩! Can’t wait to loc my waist length hair 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿!

[@coilybella]

THIS COMMENT! 💯

[@tosha904]

Me right now...loc appt next week

[@MakaykayLAMB]

Your freckles are adorable!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

thank you!

[@kathrynhinckson2875]

I have sisterlocks. My reti takes no more than 3hours every 8-10 weeks. If I self reti, I can complete my entire head of 400 locks on a4 point rotation in about 9 hours.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

that's awesome! I am probably just slow bc im a newbie lol

[@cynthiaholland13]

9 hours? I applaud your patience. I bet it's beautiful

[@ardentgailla]

I'm seriously contemplating locs and this vid was super informative. I will add it to my research! Lol! I'm convinced that micro locs are right for me, but I need to understand care and maintenance as well. Thank you both for taking the time to share both pros and cons.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Its a good thing you are doing your research. I can't wait to hear what you decide to do!

[@Kim-qh2bl]

Love your locs! I had sisterlocks for 10yrs, then did a big chop. Its been a few years now & I think I have had my fill of experimenting with my natural & ready to go back to locs. I don't want sisterlocs again b/c I don't want that expense & the time to get it done again. I think I would like to start mine with two-strand as well.

[@taihairs]

yess i’m doing medium/large micro locs. I feel like if i do tiny tiny micro locs, some of the locs would fall out eventually because it’s so fragile

[@BrittneyChristina]

I'm planning on starting my locs next month with the two-strand twists. I actually like the look of the twist and I'm going to do the 2 point rotation because I think it will help keep the "spiral" look rather than the "smooth straw" type of look. I just like the texture of it. It's interesting though how someone's con can be another's person pro lol.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Very true! its all about perspective. Good luck on your loc journey!

[@BrittneyChristina]

Naps Are The New Black Thank you 🙏🏾

[@deljean]

Yea i started in September and just made a month. I feel like the twist will have more character.

[@maryannhollis1186]

What the 2 point rotation

[@tinathomas3288]

@@maryannhollis1186 I am wondering to

[@jlobryan6566]

I love how you included the other content creator to address the pros and cons.

[@missfaja]

I've had two sets of locs. The first set were microlocs and the second was traditional locs. I have fine hair and the microlocs were my favorite. I've been loose natural for 5 years and will definitely be going back to microlocs. Just don't know if I'm going to start them myself or not

[@ashleynelson2597]

I am on my second set of traditional locs. My hair locs fast. I've wanted sister locs, yet saw it was a cheaper version with the same look. (Micro locs) I currently get maintenance every 4 months when my stylist is available. Yet my styles last about 1-1.5 months. I'm definitely 4c. I'll have someone else do my maintenance. I just want to make sure I'm making the right choice. I need something that's a little more friendly on my scalp due to migraines.

[@trevamarsh2681]

I am team traditional locs.

[@chattycathyschannel1073]

I have thin traditional locs and I retwist about every month. As I do the palm roll, I gather two locs and curl them on pipe cleaners. I leave them curled for a day and the less I do with them, the longer they last.

[@niny365]

Hi Cathy can I talk you about your journey

[@sointroverted]

I am doing the mini braid loc method...I had whiplash so I can't manage heaviness anymore. I think all locs are beautiful but I love mini or small locs.

[@MsABee1]

I am a few weeks into my loc journey... I have thick hair & first planned to start my locs with braid locs but changed my min and did them over into two strand twist... I played with the interloc tool the other day and I am loving the way my hair looks. What I DO know about is at any point I don’t want locs anymore I will big chop my hair again.... there is NO way i will have the patience to sit and unloc my hair... This was a GREAT video. Thank you both for taking the time to share your thoughts about the different processes. It is SO helpful to have videos to watch and learn from. (Your floors & home is beautiful!)

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

n2meuc2 thank you, im so glad you enjoyed it! And i agree, i dont think i would ever try to comb mine out 🤣

[@sparker7768]

Yep, I had Sisterlocs for over 15 years. I cut them off bcse I wanted to be loose again. I embraced the sexiness of my twa!

[@TyKaraAnn]

Your hairstyle is so cute! This was a very informative video💕💕💕

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

TyKara Ann thank you!

[@christymartin1556]

Pap

[@PeaceNotPerfextion]

Two strand twist does come loose (at the nape) just like coils if you have 3b&c hair... you just have to be very patient...

[@alyciatamara7234]

I have large microlocs started with two strand twists that I maintain with palm rolling. So honestly I’m in between the two (~160 locs). Some people would call mine small traditional locs however. But I relate to both sides of each. Larger microlocs can be started in a multitude of ways like traditional locs. I’ve seen them started with comb coils. Not to mention frizz is no stranger to either haha.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

yes my microlocs are also on the larger side! I agree with everything you wrote

[@xaviakmcgrigg5114]

I just installed mine last night and I was PUSHING for these high numbers I see everyone has but i ended up with 168. I felt like failure but to me they look like microlocs. I feel better seeing this. Thank you. They’re a mix of smaller and smallest. lol. Thank you 😊.

[@gigiajavon122]

I had over 200 but combined mine. Now I have 186. My ends are curly too and I like it that way. I call them microlocs but some people call them sister locs but I did them myself 😂 palm rolling

[@Tinarousse27]

Heyy, I just started microlocs last year and my hair looks exactly like yours! I also started with two-strand twists and now interloc. Love your locs they are super cute! new subbie

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Diane Rousse thanks! And heyyy loc twin ❤️❤️

[@peacefreedom4930]

I think some of this is dependent on the type of hair you have. I have 4c. I didn’t experience these things with my traditional locs.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

I have 4b/4c hair. I think that helped reduce unraveling.

[@violetforce7829]

Thank you girls! this helped me in my decision to go ahead and do locks for the first time! I appreciate your time and effort!

[@chanelbresnick1332]

How has your loc journey been so far?

[@EB-rd2mm]

This video is very informative, thanks for providing a balanced view of the two locs.

[@the_onyibekee1]

Been confused on which one to start off with. Thank you for this video as I know it’s microlocs all the way 😊

[@69misstriece]

I just installed micro locs today...I have 225 it took me 2 days ...and my son has 36 locs as well ....he's had them for 2 years he is my inspiration for getting them.... I love your videos. Question... is it necessary to braid and band with micro locs?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Deanna Wheeler awesome! Welcome to the loc community 🖤. I did not braid and band bc the coils at the end of my hair kept the twists together. But if you have a softer hair texture or a looser curl, then it may help reduce unravelling if you braid and band. I would say do a test wash and if a bunch unravel then you know that you have to braid and band!

[@Ohsnapitzann]

I'm going to get some small locs this will help protect my hair.

[@MochaLocs_]

Versatility was very important to me! I loved switching up my hair a lot when I was loose natural. Ironically, I wear the same styles a lot now that I’m loc’d. Lol. Great video y’all!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Mocha Locs thanks and yep! I actually style my hair more now that im loc’d bc styling is so much easier 💕

[@herhairhisglory]

Love how you wore similar hairstyles too, I like both forms of locs. Great video ladies! Good info

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Ali Mc thank you!

[@MalikahJay]

Found this really interesting as I started with comb coils & retwisting but then switched to interlocking. Can defo see pros and cons to both. I loveee micro locs but didn’t think my texture could handle it. Thanks for sharing both x

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Glad it was helpful! I love traditional locs, but I was scared mine would end up being thin

[@MissUnique2584]

I have traditionally locs medium size.. my locs are a 3c soo one step size up from the micro locs. I like more of the bohemian look unruly locs of different sizes and adding beads. It’s true it does get heavy but I can still do a high ponytail. I switch between palm rolling and interlocking sometimes depending on how I’m feeling

[@serenat4421]

Wow! Naturally beautiful, freckles and a beautiful gap! You are definitely a triple threat my dear! I really enjoyed your video and your energy! Oh yes and the hairstyle is beautiful!

[@SpoiledLocGurl]

My son has traditional locs and the re-twisting was no good for him. They constantly came unraveled. I switched to interlocking and it's so much better. Yes, it takes some time for him also. But I plan to micro locs mine starting tomorrow. I'll be interlocking. The maintenance doesn't bother me at all.

[@cecemimi9304]

Thanks for the video. I go for my consultation at the end of the month. BTW, I love your earrings

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Yay! Thank you!

[@kelrah29]

Thank you for this video! I have small traditional locs, started with two strand twists, maintained with interlocking. No grid, as with micros and sister locs, but everyone thinks they are sisterlocs lol

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

thanks for watching! and I bet your locs are gorgeous

[@niny365]

Heyy can I message you about your journey

[@kelrah29]

@@NapsAreTheNewBlack thank you!

[@kelrah29]

@@rebeccarambo2893 my locs are smaller than a number 2 pencil, but larger than sister locs, kind in the middle of the two, but large enough to palm roll

[@kelrah29]

@@rebeccarambo2893 if you want to connect on IG or something, I can you more pics from started them to now, they are little over 3.5 years

[@IamShaunnaNakice]

You are so cute! You had me laughing. Your locs are bomb. I have 176 or so locs and people keep asking me if I have sister locs. I just laugh and say no.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

thank you! And its so nice getting a similar look for a fraction of the cost

[@ah-ss7he]

Loc'd Biker how long does it take you to retie your locs? If you go to a pro how much do they cost?

[@RandySoWavvy]

I have traditional locs I started with 2 strand twist and interlock the roots. I switch between interlock and retwist I have 78 locs and it takes me forever because I always take breaks or get distracted while doing my hair 😂 I couldn’t imagine have 150+ locs it’d take me a week to do interlock or retwist 😬

[@Ashley-xs7pm]

I think small/medium loc would work for me

[@stormstorm7396]

Yeah I'm doing my sister locs on my own im adding real human hair wish me luck

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Good luck! Make sure not to add too much hair so you don't over-stress your roots and cause thinning

[@stormstorm7396]

@@NapsAreTheNewBlack thank you so much for that i cant wait for my locs

[@jessicab331]

Why wen ppl do these videos it’s always one extreme to the other? Micro locs vs super thick locs... never traditional/pencil size. I don’t think ppl are really conflicted about small sister locs or micro locs vs super thick locs when they’re deciding.

[@Netalee77]

Exactly

[@tracyhudson6326]

I want to get locs . I like Alyssa's style. Thanks for helping me to decide.

[@sharsc1994]

Thank you very ladies im really wishinh to get mirco locks , i may have to diy due to cost effectiveness

[@mrod87]

I love watching these even tho i am just on the mini twists stage, i haven’t made them permanent, but they are my favorite hair style i even like taking the weekend to install them...but i take them out after a month or 6 weeks. Maybe one day!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Michelle Rodgers thats why i love starting locs with twists. You can enjoy the beginning stages and you dont have to commit since mini twists can easily be taken down after a few weeks!

[@Gullah_Geechee_Tarot]

Mine took 8 days & I'm am no counting how many I have 🤷🏽‍♀️🤣 I had too many break downs😂😂. My hair is very dense & 14"

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Oh wow! that is commitment!!

[@Ms-Jones]

I think this would be me

[@sointroverted]

My twists unravels, so I choose braid locs, though it takes longer to form I don't mind. I love fluffy hair, I have 4c hair...I keep commenting but I just love the vid

[@mosheree7706]

Going to loc my hair next month...I can't decide on micro..or extra small locs

[@SweetBrownGirl]

Did you decide which one you want?

[@mosheree7706]

@@SweetBrownGirl small innerloc .. the loctician told me not to go to small cause my hair is thin. But im in love .. best choice ever.

[@shniekquahill760]

Interlocks are my fav but yeah 4 months in

[@MisskiajLocdandloaded]

Your vid recommends mine...so I had to watch. Great job 👏

[@kabamfatu6654]

I am sitting and combing out my traditional locs because it is so hard to deal with. Your friend is so right about traditional locs. I am hoping to do microlocs.

[@nadaabedi9091]

T🇦🇴🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲

[@Yoknewbeginning]

What products do you use on your locs? I’m about to try to do my locs again with the micro loc pattern.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Ill go over this is my 8 month loc update coming soon!

[@monicagiles2761]

I feel like a failure no grid self started micro locs I only have about 255 I feel like they should be smaller but I also feel like I have thinner strands of hair in certain spots although my hair is thick otherwise I don’t want to look like a lion

[@lessliehenderson582]

Thanks! This helped me make a decision!

[@rozchristopherson648]

Great video with you two lovely ladies. Thank you. 🧡🧡

[@Mars-op9km]

Really Appreciating this video. Thank you both. Great vid idea xxxx

[@lucijasalinovic8702]

and here I am thinking my 56 locks are too much and that I'd like them to be thicker... and then I hear 500 locks...

[@Lexi-1-2]

This video was soooooo helpful!! Thanks for the info! I’m really want Sisterlocks I did a big chop a year ago and I have 6inches of hair. I’m starting my journey next month. I can’t wait. Your locs are gorgeous!!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Thank you, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@Nollyfan]

I do not know how you do not combine or pull hairs from the next lock when you do are re-tightening the back of your head. Your parts are so so beautiful!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Priscilla Ayerite lol thank you! i use alot of clips to keep other hairs out of the way, and i take my time(as in move very very slowly lol)

[@Nollyfan]

@@NapsAreTheNewBlack You have given me new motivation for self re-tight😁! I am almost finished doing it myself this time., Your hair is the most beautiful hair on planet earth! And you are so beautiful and a brainiac too!

[@ashleydanielle2306]

Idk what I want 😫 I just want locs!

[@UNbowed62]

Me too 😫

[@getlowpapoose]

What did you end up going for?

[@Miajqueen21]

I have 152 small braidlocs

[@nanashi5139]

Somebody plz respond I’m getting microlocs in 2 weeks from a loctisian. My question is I have a High top afro(sides and lower back of my head are faded) How many locs would I be able to get? I want over 100 is that possible if I have a high top afro? My Afro is pretty thick. Thanks 🙏

[@kelsey3824]

Very helpful! I’ve been thinking of locking soon 💜

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Glad it was helpful! Excited to see if you end up locking your hair

[@QueenEleem]

Loved this video and the whole collab concept. I agree with tykara, very informative 👏🏼

[@IamShaunnaNakice]

Great video ladies! Thanks for sharing. Your hairstyle is so cute can we get a video on this look? I can see how to do the front but i dont know what the back looks like. I also need that headband. LOL!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Loc'd Biker I have a video on this style! Its in the microlocs styles video 😊

[@naturally_tkj5962]

I love your locs and channel. I'm going for a consultation on Monday. How do you prevent and remove lint from locs? ❤️

[@PeaceNotPerfextion]

Re: micro locs, why would ANYONE want a style the takes 12hrs for maintenance... help me understand🧐

[@deebree2012]

Did you cut your hair to get bangs?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Debrina Harrell yes! I didnt think anyone would notice lol (it was only like 6 locs, and i cut around an inch-2 inches to get my desired look)

[@rhythmoflove2]

Good information ladies, thanks for the video. 💜

[@AquarianDreamer3x]

Thank you 🙏🏾 I was wondering if I can start with 2 strands then venture into interlocking. Yours are beautiful so I’m confident they will turn out looking good. How long did you wait before starting to interlock?

[@Wallie_World]

Have you colored your locs black? If so please let us know of your experience

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Waleska G nope, for some reason they just seem darker than my loose natural hair was. I have been considering it for my lint problem, but idk yet. Still on the fence 😩

[@Wallie_World]

Naps Are The New Black They look beautiful!

[@CUBS83]

Such a good video!

[@Smileitsange]

Have you counted your locs? Can you do a video of you counting them? Also, is it hard to retighten/interlock the bunched locs?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

I have 265 locs, and nope interlocking the bunched ones is just as easy as interlocking the non bunched ones :)

[@ShadesofSage]

I really like how you two recorded this video 😁! It’s genius really! My sister and I might have to try this format, lol 😂! She has microlocs and I plan on getting thicker locs soon🤗! Watching all that I can to prepare 🙏🏿! Both of y’all locs are gorgeous 😍! Thanks for sharing 💜!

[@1godbless1]

Great video!

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Linda Ellis thanks!

[@lovermodelovermode8411]

will i experience shrinkagewith micro locs?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Absolutely

[@wendywaltersakyi9679]

Thank you for the tips

[@Sophia.Morrison]

Wow! This channel has got me so excited. Whoop whoop! New subscriber. I'm getting my locs on Wesnesday. Thank you ladies 😊

[@theazaremedy]

Great video!! Thank you 😊

[@brittneyshanice9526]

So helpful ❤️. Thank you!

[@seirathomas240]

Do you have to interlock if you get micro locs?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

nope not at all! your can retwist, they just don't last as long and still take a long time to do with more locs. So retwisting microlocs would be a larger time investment overall.

[@Amari_T]

This style is super cute! My locs are roughly the same length... looks simple but I’d love to see how you achieved this.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Amari T. Thanks! And the tutorial is in my 6 loc styles video ❤️, I believe it was towards the end 😊

[@denauldmartin6047]

Did you start your locks off with comb coils

[@sonnasmith8253]

❤ this simple style I'll be trying it

[@chrisb4629]

How often should you wash your locks. I'm from Ghana living in the US and thinking of growing some locks. I appreciate your video

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

As often as your scalp needs. I do once per week others do ever 3 weeks. Depends on how your scalp responds to frequent or infrequent washing

[@chrisb4629]

@@NapsAreTheNewBlack I appreciate your early response. God bless nothing less.

[@artensaeleazer3095]

Can I retwist microlocs by hand instead of using a tool

[@e.o.a101]

Is it true the thicker your locs, the heavier they are?

[@backtalker4698]

I have mini locs with traditional upkeep. So I get the best of both worlds. I retwist once a month. Wash every two weeks. My hair is beautiful. It get mistaken for micro locs all the time lol I have 180 locs. And I don't use many products in my locs and I don't have product build up. I don't struggle with friz and I've never went through the ugly phase. I think the girl with traditional locs is too new to break down cons and pros because i don't relate to her at all lol

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Ebony Roots im glad you love your hair! If i didnt go the microloc route, i would have done small traditional locs, like you 🖤

[@niny365]

Hey Tyler would love to ask you about your journey

[@backtalker4698]

@@niny365 ask away.

[@niny365]

What do you mean by traditional upkeep? Also how long does it take you to retwist your whole head? How did you start your locs

[@backtalker4698]

@@niny365 there's multiple ways to upkeep locs. Traditional upkeep is just palm rolling. This takes about 30 minutes to an hour depending how focused I am. Once it took me 1hr and 30. Then I blow dry. I started my locs with coils.

[@ufomechanic11]

Excited for your channel. New Sub!

[@sarahrussell1586]

Hey, if I got my microlocs installed professionally can I retie it myself afterwards?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

yep! It all depends on your personal preference and willingness to learn how to do it ☺️

[@raisamuel2265]

Sooooo helpful I just started my fine menopausal thin traditional coil locs I believe microloc maybe abetter fit I’m seeing a local professional This video answered all of my questions except 1 ??? Does thin or thickness of your hair determines which style is a pro?? Also starting length? Thanks I’ve subscribed & will look forward to more of your knowledge thanks

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Starting length tends to not matter since shrinkage causes most peoples hair to sit well above shoulder length (unless you start with butt length hair). Your hair thickness with determine your loc thickness. However, I have noticed people with thinner hair who have more locs give the illusion of having fuller hair more so than those who have larger parts, but fine locs.

[@calandraz]

I love the frizz!

[@ctown088]

I love both of your loc styles ladies. 💓 The only thing stopping me from doing mine is how scared I am of thinning at the root from interlocking. I've seen so many people with thinned out roots and I just really wish there was a easier way to maintain microlocs or at least what the secret is to prevent that. 😪 I got my interlocking tool but ugh just don't know what it is they are doing differently from the people I see with full hair. These are from people 1-10yr loc journey's.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

I think that interlocking too often can cause thinning at the root since it causes tension on the scalp. That is another reason I stretch my retightening sessions 10 weeks and beyond. I have noticed that my edges are actually filling in more now that I have started my locs!

[@ctown088]

So do you use a back mirror when you retire? I love that rope twist idea because they probably don't unravel as much. But then how long it takes for the pattern to go away. I also noticed yours aren't frizzy. I do think the method you mentioned about steaming with oils helps alot. I love all of your information. Can you please tell me your grid pattern?

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

SeXXyBlacc im still waiting for the pattern to disappear! And i can go over my grid pattern in my 8 month update that I’ll record this weekend ❤️

[@cynthiaholland13]

I see thinning in the crown from different loc types and that's concerning

[@gracem.668]

Thoroughly enjoyed.

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

Grace M. Awesome, thanks!

[@ZAN-zk5ld]

The lady doing traditional locs is not selling the traditional side well. I literally just installed traditional locs last night and had I watched this before yesterday I would have gone for the micro locs

[@cynthiaholland13]

12 hours???? Lordy help me😂

[@NapsAreTheNewBlack]

lol it got better. takes a little over 8 hours now, which is truly not bad every 8-10 weeks!