LOC Update | 10 months | New product & I have some serious issues !!!!

[@s.e.2906]

Hey! You can fix the space without any tools. Yes - The locs in question were interlocked through the same direction twice (which created the loophole). To fix it without tools... Just like your buddy was using his fingers to interlock... You take the loc and push it in between the two strands... Not through the huge gaping hole... but literally plow through the middle of one from it’s side, continue through the gaping hole from the same direction and plow in-between the hairs of the other. You’re trying to close the gap so you’re “sewing” it closed. I know it’s confusing without a demonstration though... KZbin: “Fixing holes in sisterlocks, interlocking” and you’ll see how they fix it on small baby locs. Same concept... just now on your larger locs and you can use your fingers because your locs are much bigger than theirs. I’ve made plenty of holes in the past... They’re easy to fix, but will NEVER fix theirselves and palm rolling won’t do it. Your other option is using a crochet hook (another instant fix), but I find people either know what they’re doing with it or never learn. It’s supposed to be super easy though... especially since your locs are still soft and not fully mature.

[@biancamajanja3516]

close the hole up but ordering a .6 crochet hook and do the instant loc method. that’s should work. and you gonna have build up bc of the loc butter it attracts dirt. you might have low porosity hair so your hair holds on to product more then normal. i use the carols daughter wash day wonder it’s a micellar water and it really helps with build up. i hope this helps.

[@NaturallyCandace]

Thanks for the tip!

[@Yoursweetestlife]

Your Hair is BEAUTIFUL

[@Purdaygirl89]

Yessss I use it too!! Jasmine is awesome!!! Good to know that it works for locks as my 5 year old wants to lock his hair... I will be using this for him also!!!

[@ineshaholmes6809]

Your funny I had to click the bell button love ur hair just did mines two days ago

[@naturalbeauty1218]

Your hair looks beautiful. I’m currently on 3:30... I’m not sure if you’ve used Dr. Bonner’s Castle soap shampoo but it is amazing for cleaning locs (and getting the yucky build up out). Just definitely make sure to moisturize with oil afterwards. I used it on my first set of Locs when ever I needed a really good cleaning; typically once a month or every other month (because it literally strips everything.)

[@CieLocd]

When you interlock your locs in the same direction it causes holes in your locs and that’s what you’re seeing there . You can still interlock but you’d have to use the 2 point rotation or 3/4 point rotation and stay away from same point rotation . Locs look great tho !

[@aquaopa1]

I used to use Dr. Bronners. Loved it! But I noticed my buildup disappeared when I stopped using Dr. Bronners. That could be what is causing your buildup. I now use Shea Moisture JBCO restore shampoo. No buildup. I also use on occasion Neutrogena No Residue shampoo, it’s an awesome clarifying shampoo.

[@JuJuKnowsBest]

😭😭 OMG I LOVE YOU SO MUCH SIS!! I was just watching your last loc video yesterday, so happy you posted 🥰! Locs are looking beautiful 💕 please post more often 😩

[@NaturallyCandace]

Ju Ju I’m going to try!!! Love you too ❤️

[@shermariah27]

Omg I love your locs... you did a great job!!!

[@tracey-annlawrence9944]

Yaaay! Finally a new vid 😊. Nooooo, don't cut/split it, none of the locticians I watch on KZbin recommends it, your locs will get weak. You can watch DXLYN Locs on KZbin, she has a couple videos on how to crochet them, you can also order the tools from her.. Or find a professional (if after you watch vids you don't think you can do it yourself) just to let them do the crochet thingy on those alone.

[@NaturallyCandace]

Tracey-Ann Lawrence I’ll check her videos out and then go from there. I’m thinking about just going to a professional to deal with it.

[@tracey-annlawrence9944]

@@NaturallyCandace Yeah, that may be best, just do your research with them. I swear some of 'em out here not knowing anymore than we do . Your hair still looks bomb

[@Dorasgard3n]

Hey I had the same issue with build up after using dr bronners peppermint soap and I’ve found that it was the shampoo causing it. No matter how much I rinse or diluted it. So I opted for Suave Deep Cleansing Shampoo and ever since then I haven’t had that issue....trust me you’re doing everything right because I only use 2 products in my hair as well.

[@charaboston1566]

I know I’m late but the interlocking was done incorrectly that’s why your roots are like that it’s important to know to to properly interlock before jumping in and trying to do it

[@JussTooPretty]

If you’re comfortable with it, you can get a double needle crotchet hook and crotchet the space/gap back together and if it’s done properly you shouldn’t have any more problems with the spacing.☺️ good luck on your loc journey boo💕

[@NaturallyCandace]

Kayla Raye thank you and I’ll look into it. Can I order the hook off amazon.

[@JussTooPretty]

Naturally Candace yes you can, here’s the link: www.amazon.com/Dreadlock-Crochet-Needle-Braid-Needles/dp/B07S92XL7S/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=double+crochet+needle+for+locs&qid=1585960233&sprefix=double+cro&sr=8-4

[@purelylocswithmeissa]

Hey Candace, firstly I just wanna say how BEAUTIFUL your locs are..truly!!! ..now about your concerns..I am not a locticianist but when it comes to build up, from all the videos I've watched, it usually comes down to product and I know you said most of your journey you only used oils.. so could it have started from when you began using the butter?? since the build up shows up in the exact same area you applied the butter..? and when it comes to the gaps.. I would say yes. start using a crochet needle .. it would truly help and also when crocheting try going in different directions. specifically directions that help to close the 'Y' shaped gap.. hope that was helpful sis.. cant wait to see an update..x

[@angie101972]

Do not cut them down the middle. That will make it worse. Just loop the hair in the opposite direction to close the hole up. Not loop through the hole but on the opposite side. That will close the hole up. Then you retwist from there

[@naturalbeauty1218]

Ok just watched 4:12 😂 I’m sorry. I was so excited to comment 🤦🏾‍♀️. I’m also a newbie subscriber. 😭

[@JustRobyn38]

Your locs look soo good .. your second problem is from interlocking the same direction more than once. Someone else said Dxlyn locs channel I also recommend her that's where I learned that from actually

[@NaturallyCandace]

Robyn Townsend okay I’ll definitely check her out. ASAP.

[@kcgirl03]

First off, I just love your personality😜. Whenever my son and I would use Dr. Bronners soap (diluted) we would see a lot of white residue. I only use water to retwist and oil on our scalp, so I stopped with the soap, went back to shampoo and all is well! When interlocking make sure you do the 3-4pt rotation to prevent spaces. Don't cut your loc, you can fix it, I know YT has plenty of videos. Thanks for sharing. New subbie here 🖐️

[@januaryforward1320]

You could interloc those that have separated. Just go through the two pieces at the same time. That’s the only way I know how to fix it. Only like a two point rotation 🤷🏾‍♀️ your hair is beautiful!

[@omyamarie]

5 months tomorrow 😝! Your hair has grown a lot now that I think about it boss has a whole bang in the back, I use dr bronners at well but the rose scent the peppermint to me made my hair feel like it had a film on it.

[@NaturallyCandace]

O'mya Rose really?? I love the peppermint. It’s my favorite scent. I love the tingle I get on my scalp.

[@omyamarie]

Naturally Candace I guess sense I mic castor oil, peppermint ,and tea tree I don’t pay much attention lol.

[@xo.princesa590]

It Just Being Interlocked Wrong Cause I've Experienced The Same Thing You Just Need To Know How To Interlock It The Right Way And You'll Be Okay... Lovely Locs Btw

[@trevamarsh2681]

Sounds like you created holes in your locs from the interlocking

[@YOYO-kk9sb]

That smile is priceless❤

[@mrzo4332]

Interlocking to me.... Is damaging...it creates a Y shape... Just stop interlocking...ijs

[@johndavis7875]

really😍

[@AlsbeanNaturally]

The butter is only going to add to your build up situation.

[@cfoster3406]

Hey Beautiful

[@NaturallyCandace]

Cee-Lina foster heyyyy