MICROLOCS vs. SISTERLOCKS | WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE & HOW TO KNOW WHICH LOC STYLE IS RIGHT FOR YOU

[@Ifeyinwa]

Happy Tuesday KZbin fam! Please don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it!

[@terriartis7226]

I’m having my microlocs installed on March 8th. Birthday gift to myself. Happy journey everyone

[@Jaii_Park]

Thank you ❤ happy journey! 💜 After you get them, please tell me how it went 😊

[@missbunny1624]

March 15th for my installation and a bday gift for me also. Happy Birthday 🥳

[@xxxxcecexxxx]

How's the journey going?​@@missbunny1624

[@xxxxcecexxxx]

​@@Jaii_ParkHow's the journey going?

[@Jaii_Park]

@xxxxcecexxxx Hi 👋🏽! I'm still in the process to get my hair back healthy before I do my actual install. I've been wearing mini twists and I love them. Have you started your journey? (Thank you for asking 😊)

[@fatimamanneh9432]

I started my own microlocs with braids. I been maintaining them myself by interlocking 4 years 7 months now best decision ever I have 225 locs

[@Ifeyinwa]

That’s awesome congratulations 🫶🏾

[@tishabhazi6247]

Wow me too, I’m 10 months in and would love to speak to you on a few things like maintenance, budding stages etc. Whatever honestly 😂I haven’t come across many braidlocked people. Would you mind?

[@chipomadyangove7803]

I have Sister locs which are micro looking .This has been confusing for a lot of people but I would like to agree with you that the grid and interlocking, mostly are what gives sister locs their name and I absolutely love my grid❤. I can part my hair either way/any direction and it will always look neat 🥰

[@Ifeyinwa]

It’s so funny because my current locticians are sisterlocs registered and she doesn’t maintain my grid. When I have my hair retied in Lagos all my lines were restored and sharp lol. I don’t mind personally but I’m happy you got the look and the style that you wanted, that’s all that matters.

[@jjrobs]

I finally flew to Nigeria and loc’d my hair….microlocs with interlocking method. 452 locs. Thank you, for being one of my locspirations! Decided to finally do it, after coming across your channel. Your hair is gorgeous!

[@Ifeyinwa]

Awww yay! I'm so happy for you!

[@myamya6523]

Hi dear What will you do for retightening

[@Ndychimex]

Where in Nigeria did you do yours? Plan for retightening? I currently researching on doing this

[@thebirdsaremyfirends]

Can I ask who and where in Nigeria please ❤

[@teachingvanhornsway2508]

Hello! Thanks for the video...great information. I have had Sisterlocks for eight months and I adore them. Just wanted to clarify that Sisterlocks come in three sizes that should be created based on density and grid pattern for individuals. Be well!

[@Ifeyinwa]

Thank you, and thankss for the info! `so happy to hear you're loving your Sisterlocks!

[@samantham9056]

I have micro sisterlocks, but honestly looking back its really the same as microlocs, except the grid and tool. My loctician does both and I think they look the same. If you have to chose I would say get the microlocs and save the money b/c they really look the same both very pretty if you like locs and want versatility. Your hair is beautiful

[@Ifeyinwa]

Thank you so much lovely!

[@Nubia567]

Are you in the U.K.? Can I recommend a place for installation

[@danielledennis1266]

​@Nubia567 Heya. Where in the UK are you located? Check out hairvolution_dani

[@aliciahenderson6503]

I appreciate your videos so much, you got straight to the point and answered the questions I was looking for.

[@Ifeyinwa]

Thank you!

[@thisnaturalgirlislocd]

Ill be 3yrs on my microlocs journey this October and many have mistaken my microlocs for sistalocs. I was a loose natural for several years but knew I wanted to loc my hair at some point. Like you I knew I wanted small/tiny locs because I wanted it to resemble my loose natural hair. I chose microlocs because I want the flexibility as mine were started with two-strand twists and I need to be able to design my own maintenance schedule/routine. My loctician maintains my locs and she understands how my regimen is based on what my locs need at that moment.

[@lp8598]

I'm in the same boat as you were! I'm currently a loose natural, and thinking of getting microlocs because I want it to mirror my loose natural hair!! I had medium size locs before and enjoyed them but cut them after 5 yrs before the pandemic. But I want a mix between the loose natural look with the maintenance regimen of locs. Does it actually mimic your loose natural hair?? I love the body and volume my loose natural hair has and I found with my set of locs before that it was very flat as it grew longer...maybe because of the size, length and weight of them? Appreciate you sharing your journey!

[@She_is_P]

I have sister locks and quite a few. I love the best hair decision, but I am learning now there isn’t a big difference beyond the grid. I honestly could have paid less for the same look, but none the less wouldn’t go back in time to change getting them.

[@Ifeyinwa]

Absolutely! As long as you love your hair, that’s all that really matters 🫶🏾

[@denisejohnson2731]

Exactly, I have sisterlocks had I known microlocks would have given me the same look I wanted. I would have saved money and got microlocks

[@mrstianna22]

I have microlocs and everyone asks if I have sisterlocs. It's nearly impossible to distinguish. 4 months in and the only regret is that I wished I would have done this years ago. Best hair decision ever 🤎

[@Ifeyinwa]

Hey twin lol

[@thisnaturalgirlislocd]

I completely agree with everything you said! I'll be 3yrs locd this October but feel like I missed out on so much time... it's like I was meant to be locd

[@nathaliejoseph4068]

How is the maintenance?

[@Diamondgisttv]

Thank you so much for taking out time to explain the difference between these micro locs and sisterlocks. Your micro locs is so beautiful❤

[@Ifeyinwa]

Aww you’re welcome and thank you 🤍

[@kosewa1]

Thank you for this video. I’m saving up for the instillation. The cheapest price I’ve gotten so far is $600 for the first 6hrs. I’m ready now. The more I watch your videos, the more I want it.

[@Ifeyinwa]

Awwww I’m so happy for you, you’re going to love them 💕

[@sm295]

Thanks so much for explaining this! I have a sisterlocs consultant scheduled for next month and I'm gathering as much information beforehand as I can.

[@Ifeyinwa]

You’re welcome lovely, all the best with your consultation!

[@ms.virgo82187]

Actually braidlocs takes the longest to loc and the pattern to disappear. I have two strand twist 13-months almost 14 months microloc and I get people asking me are those sisterlocs. So they will look exactly the same when they mature. Only thing I would have changed is gotten this done 10 plus years ago and got sisterlocs because I would like more locks and smaller ones. But my loctician did tell me I got the smallest two strand twists she's ever done on a client 🙃. So that made me feel good. All in all the best decision i ever made just wish I knew about these back when i went natural again in 2007/2008. Beautiful locs....cant wait to see how mine look at the 2.5 year mark. Because mine still not lock...😊

[@VW1801]

You can also start traditional locs with comb coils, which is how I started my locs. Your locs are beautiful!

[@Ifeyinwa]

Oh nice thank you so much 😊

[@LyndaOkoli]

This is so helpful! I'm currently a baldie but I've been considering growing my hair out so I can get locs. I came across your Renaissance video on Tik Tok a while back and just subscribed to your channel. I've been binging your vlogs and other videos lol, such amazing content!

[@Ifeyinwa]

Awww thank you for sharing, I love hearing how people find my channel. Thanks for joining my KZbin fam 🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@Danieei]

Yeah I have micro locs and everyone I meet thinks their sister locs. At this point I go along with it 😅

[@Ifeyinwa]

It's so much easier to just go along with it lol

[@ms.virgo82187]

Lol....I know I get the same thing because they will look exactly like sisterlocs when they mature. Usually, nobody but the loc community will know the difference anyway...🤷🏾‍♀️😆

[@phaedrashiver3805]

My microlocs were started with braids. I am about a year in. and still loving it.😊

[@gibsonsyd]

One of the best names I've ever heard "Ifeyinwa"

[@Ifeyinwa]

Thank you so much 🥹🥰

[@ashlovestoshop]

This is such an interesting video! My mom has sisterlocs and Everytime I watch one of your videos, she asks if you have sisterlocs lol.

[@Ifeyinwa]

Haha I get that a lot, say hi to your mom for me 💕

[@semoniashalom4909]

I was looking for a video to share with a friend who thinks that because I did my locks myself its not micro locks it is dreads smh. Thank you for a clear and concise explanation

[@Ifeyinwa]

Thank you so much I’m glad you found it useful!

[@Lon.BedStuyforLife]

I just want to say that your locks are absolutely gorgeous! KUDOS!! Do you have sister-locks or micro-locs, and when they are the same.? I want to get locks, but don't have much understand how locks should work and should be started. Your info is wonderful! Thank you!

[@NaptuRo90]

Sisterlock and micro licks reminds me of Apple and Android when it comes down to their standards 😄

[@Ifeyinwa]

😂 😂 😂

[@princessnana.]

this was exactly what i tell my clients when they ask..thank you for this..

[@VANESSASHEALINGJOURNEY]

Thanks for this information I was wondering what the difference was.

[@donnachamp1657]

Your locs are gorgeous!!

[@tymeoutwithty822]

This video is helpful. I had sisterlocs for 3 years, unfortunately the accountability for bad work within the sisterloc community isn't there. Ive heard so many horror stories and unprofessionalism. There seems to be no checks and balances but the consultants are certified. I also find the sl community clickish and nasty attitudes. Majoring in minors based on number of locs you have, etc. Im relocking with microlocs this Fall. The SL reputation from leadership on down is on the decline and terrible. Dr. Cornwell was very unprofessional on a panel with the Creator of microlocs. Smh

[@tamikajackson134]

I recently cut off my locs that I had been growing for 6 years. I want to restart my locs with sister locs.

[@topebabayomi4777]

Thanks for the info, I'm considering getting my hair locd and stuck with which type to go with

[@Ifeyinwa]

You’re welcome, glad you found it useful 💕

[@user-kh3li3ue9p]

Thank you for sharing very helpful information l did my micro locs l love them but l swim every day they shrunk so much now but my hair dresser said l should just trust the process

[@Starry608]

I wanna get sister locks but the cost in frightening, if you guys know any salon (In Brooklyn) that can give sister locks for a affordable price, I would love that!

[@MamaRockstar]

Oh yeah your videos say Microlocs. I screengrab to show Locticians the look I want and they go, this is sister loc. I am like it’s in the name.

[@Ifeyinwa]

😭😭😭

[@tainafrancois8171]

I’m pretty early in my loc journey and I would be told I have nice sister locs or nice twists😂

[@Ifeyinwa]

Haha welcome!

[@PerpetualChidimma841]

Can you return back to you normal natural hair if you're tired of locs

[@iamtammydee]

I had dreads for 7 years when my hair was to my waist. Really regret having to cut them. Best hair ever 😊

[@abigailbassey54]

Please where did you lock your hair in Nigeria?

[@Islena617]

Very informative, thank you for sharing.

[@Ifeyinwa]

You're welcome!

[@sharmasennu]

You are a beautiful woman and I appreciate your style of communication. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us!

[@ahwaryah1]

If I want micrlolocs can I two strand the front and edges where it's thinner and low density but braid the back where it's thicker?

[@DKs-ij7oy]

I have sisterlocks (1 year), and when i have to do my retightening, it takes overall a day because i have to take a bus to go to my loctician (who is certified). So i have to pay for the bus + the retightening fee. It’s just that i started looking for someone near me, especially since my loctician won’t take clients on weekends anymore and i can’t go so far during the week because of my job. The person i found said she does microlocks/ and microtwists, and that the technique to retighten sisterlocks and microlocks is the same (interlocking). I wanted to have other opinions… Is it true? Do you think i can loose my grid? I’m afraid to do a bad move since my sisterlocks were expensive, and i love my hair and i don’t want to mess up.

[@ronaldandsharlettetv6329]

Yes! I need this answer as well!

[@ladyt9505]

I’m considering mice Locs how do they hold up with humid tropical weather?

[@Odefunsholight30]

A very helpful video and you are very eloquent and beautiful

[@tangiechapman6219]

How do you take out sister locs or micro Locs?

[@Nubia567]

Is there a video on your locs? Did you have grid, did you crochet how many do you have etc

[@Ifeyinwa]

Yes check out my microlocs playlist - my first video in the series covers all of that.

[@naturallybeautiful9109]

This is a different type delusional the same but because of a name, it’s more. The people wanna be snobby over hair that’s crazy.

[@tshegoblooms]

You look beautiful ❤❤

[@Ifeyinwa]

Thank you so much lovely 🥰

[@vavanoir507]

Your hair is gorgeous. Which microlocs did you do use?

[@Ifeyinwa]

I don't understand your question but I have a video about my installation

[@KemmyKemo7]

Can you please recommend a good place in Nigeria to loc my hair. My hair is short and wondering if it would look good

[@Ifeyinwa]

In my description!

[@stacyb6461]

The micro and sister look so similar so I’m leaning more toward micro because there are more stylist in my area to do reties. For sisterlocks, they are far far lol This is not attractive after a work day or a day with 3 kids

[@CathylovesJMY]

Can I unlock a micro loc?

[@kemigirly]

How do I find a loctician in my area. It’s been so difficult finding someone

[@Ifeyinwa]

I used the sisterlocks registry - linked in my description box :)

[@agnessdhliwayo607]

Can l get sister loc or micro locs on relaxed hair

[@terryannchang7566]

No

[@AllNatural7]

❤ ❤ ❤

[@angelagm566]

Dr Joanne Cornwell is the creator of Sisterlocs....please do your research and give our kind sister credit.

[@Ifeyinwa]

You’re right, I should’ve looked that up

[@Resilientlyblessed]

Right❤

[@tsmoore7024]

Girl stop she did fine

[@Ebony_]

If I were that interested, I’d have googled it. Cut it out.

[@ReinaJohnsontransformed]

@@Ifeyinwawe also know how to look things up ourselves.

[@judycummings7898]

This video is disrespectful to the AA curator of Sisterlocks, Dr. JoAnne Cornwell. Even the New York Times said her name! Sisterlocks is a trademarked company founded in 1993 by Dr. JoAnne Cornwell.