Micro Loc Extensions Tutorial ft. EXYHAIR | Human Hair Installation

[@jessbereal7662]

Beautiful work! I prefer this method…feeding in the hair to the braiding. I rather get the length they want instead of getting a shorter length and adding hair at the twist(tho it’s cheaper)run the risk of losing the hair at the twist point. I love this!

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! Yes I agree 🥰🫶🏾

[@delacamel5079]

Awesome Job. I have a question I started my loc journey with braids on my natural hair that has since been interlocked. I'm 5 month locked. Is it to late to add human hair to the braided portion of my hair? I have to braid my ends at least once a month

[@ShardelHaden]

No you can totally add some to the braided section. Just make sure to use small bits of hair so not allot of extra weight will be added to the root!

[@kiasdunn5198]

Ohhh so it’s cheaper to add at the twist huh…I didn’t know that, thank you for educating me😊

[@jessbereal7662]

@@kiasdunn5198 wellll it was. I took the braidsthatspeak summer course so I get a lifetime discount on 14 and 18 inch hair. Waaaaaay cheaper than exy and Amazon

[@peacebeteal]

I like seeing that you split the hair as your twisted it down.

[@TrulyRadiantJ]

I love your work. I was looking for the video for the more detailed install of the loc extension. I looked in the descriptions I didn’t see. I would love to see that video. Please.

[@ShardelHaden]

One going up today! :)

[@ngozi8423]

Beautiful work! How many inches was the hair? I’m debating between 12 or 14 inches of exy hair. Also I have very very thick hair. How many bundles do you recommend?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you! It was 14in. I would recommend 5 packs

[@naturelove831]

I love watching these videos. I love seeing the perfect partsvand the results are always phenomenal!

[@Familylove1966]

Hello beautiful! I love your work, it’s beautiful! I’m curious, does your natural hair eventually buds through the hair that was added or it stays in a twisted state? Just curious 😊

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! Thank you so much! The hair eventually buds together. It locs together

[@dianeandrew7505]

Thanks answering questions I love that about you. Wish you did a class. I’m doing my 1st on on my friend today. I’m excited n nervous

[@ShardelHaden]

Of course! I try to get through as many daily as I can! I actually have a class coming up in November. If you’re still interested, you can shoot me your email! Also, how did you install go?

[@dianeandrew7505]

@@ShardelHaden it went good. I messaged you on IG. I’ll send a pic there. I was looking for a sooner class 😕

[@ShardelHaden]

Aww! I chose November because I really want it to be detailed and I want to give the students all the tools they need. Yes please send the pic!

[@cjn3502]

I’ve watched this video 2/3 times 😂 but if you make the twist smaller will they still lock or will it take longer like the braids

[@ShardelHaden]

Lol… yes they will loc. How long it takes someone’s hair to loc depends on their own texture and daily care

[@SunnySunShine411]

Are you using any tools or just your hands throughout the process?

[@ShardelHaden]

My hands and a interlocking tool

[@renaltaf4062]

Hello. How does this hair hold up overtime, with washing? I would like a permanent style?

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! So, in the beginning there is some slippage, of course. But as your hair locks with the hair, everything becomes uniform.

[@ashleystewart792]

Hello! Love you work! I had locs once before and had them instant loc’d with human hair extensions. I noticed odor in the hair. Is that about the type of hair being used for the extension or how frequently they’re being washed? Any thoughts would be helpful since I’d like to start again but don’t want to run into these issues. Also, I want extensions for length not thicknesses. Ideally I would start with two strand twists and have the extension start midway or further down the twist. Is that advised?

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! So first, please excuse the delay> I try to work my way through the comments as often as I can. As for the odor.. it could be anything. If you haven't already, try an apple cider vinegar rinse. I wouldn't advise adding the hair further down.. especially with twist.. they are more likely to slip.If you were think of getting braids then further down wouldn't necessarily be a problem.

[@sianeah3026]

Hi Shar, I am wondering about the take down process. Assuming I keep this in for 4-6 mths, can I take the locks out and avoid damaging my hair?

[@ChicagoNicky]

Most likely this is permanent

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! These are intended to be permanent. You can’t ask them out with water and allot of conditioner.

[@debbyfh7846]

Great job does she have to take them out or can she get them re tightened

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! Thank you so much! She gets them retightened, they are meant to be permanent

[@francescahowell8154]

Hello😊....have you done a touch up on these yet? wanted to see the difference.

[@ShardelHaden]

Yes, Ive actually done a few. Ill post an update about this install soon

[@latonyarayford4117]

Beautiful job my questions how long can you get them to start off? I would like them 16 inches are longer even though my hair is about the length of your client that you just did is that possible

[@ShardelHaden]

So far the longest I’ve seen then hair needed for this style is 18 inches. The hair is curly so the length is disguised of course

[@habbybrown]

When do you recommend washing the hair? 🥺

[@ShardelHaden]

After a fresh install? about 4 weeks after or as needed with the proper precautions

[@aishaeladia9248]

I loveee your work!! 😍😍 Question: I did micro twist with extensions 4 months ago. I would love to go permanent with human hair. Now to start over, should I take out all the braids and detangle my hair or is it possible to start over with the micro ‘braids’ already sectioned?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you!!! Did you start with synthetic hair? If so I would suggest combing all those out and starting fresh.

[@leighs4842]

​@ShardelHaden HI if I may ask. I started with synthetic so now my hair is about 3 and half inches loced and the ends are synthetic...can I cut the ends and add the afro kinki

[@growqueen]

​@@leighs4842I had synthetic ends and cut them off and added afro bulk hair. They have held up perfectly 😊

[@KGDuroncelay]

What state are you in, i would love to get starter micro locs your work is amazing.

[@KGDuroncelay]

Damn i’m in Texas

[@ShardelHaden]

Awww mannnn

[@vibeslikeacow5313]

They look great❤ How many packs of bulk hair did you use

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! I used about 3.5 of the grey hair

[@Phyllisekwempu]

I love your work. Im exploring microlocs but I feel so confused. I have low density soft hair and Im wondering whether to start with human hair install? will starting with human hair extensions affect the health and life of the locs? will I need to remove them at some point? Do the extensions cause your hair to weaken/break? Please help a sis out 🙏🏾

[@niecey_jay]

I noticed you used a different type of brand this go around. Which do you prefer? Also, when you’re creating your grid what type of gel were you using in the beginning?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you for your comment! So I actually prefer the Milky Way brand, and that’s only because it’s pre-stretched. It makes it easier to grab and add in. For my grid in the beginning I like to use a lightweight gel, I used shine n jam for this one ☺️

[@niecey_jay]

Thank you so much!!!

[@mommymademerich]

@@ShardelHaden how many bundles of the Milky Way brand do you need ?

[@ShardelHaden]

I usually purchase 4

[@rae-81]

​@@ShardelHadenwhat's the link for the milky way brand of hair

[@Bella7bella]

Does this hair have any chemicals or fragrance on it that could cause itching or irritation?

[@ShardelHaden]

I pretty sure it's probably treated some type way before packaging. However, there is no smell. You can always give the hair a apple cider rinse to clean off whatever might be on the hair

[@yanasuehendricks6721]

Just got mine done two weeks ago. Any tips on how to keep the extensions moisturized😩. I don’t mind the frizz and shrinkage but I don’t want to do the wrong thing😊🙏🏾

[@ShardelHaden]

Congrats on starting your journey! I would suggest making sure you mist them mist daily, then seal with an oil. If you need something a little more heavier sometimes you can use this www.fabulocs.com/product-page/intense-moisture-therapy

[@yanasuehendricks6721]

@@ShardelHaden Thank you so much🙏🏾🥰

[@yanasuehendricks6721]

I have one last question😩, What is your advice for girls with microloc extensions who workout in a sauna, I don’t want to damage my hair but also have a membership with this particular gym. I haven’t worked out since I got my Locs installed and it’s bothering me🙏🏾

[@ShardelHaden]

I would say get then in a style. Maybe twist or braid them up when working out.

[@yanasuehendricks6721]

@@ShardelHaden blessings to you🙏🏾, thank you so much

[@traciedavis118]

Do you lock the hair after or do you wait until its time to do a retie

[@ShardelHaden]

They hair locs on its own

[@SunnyStormz77]

Congratulations on your suite! 🎉💚

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰🫶🏾

[@rae-81]

Love your work! How many packs of hair do you recommend for the whole head

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! About 4 but I buy 4 just to be safe

[@SunnySunShine411]

So buy 4 packs or 5 altogether for a full head?

[@ShardelHaden]

@SunnySunShine411 I would suggest 5 to be safe.

[@jenniisme9143]

Where do i find the Milky Way hair? I love your technique.

[@ShardelHaden]

I purchase mine from my local beauty supply, but here is a link to it on amazon www.amazon.com/MILKYWAY-Human-Hair-Bulk-KINKY/dp/B009D0ATNQ

[@shelbithompson2876]

Congratulations! I love your work. I just have a question. When you do the grid are you using shine-n-jam to define the parts or a specific gel?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! 🥰🥰🥰 Yes shine n jam… I like to use a light gel that doesn’t leave any build up

[@shelbithompson2876]

@@ShardelHaden thank you!!!

[@lakheishamanning]

What all products do you spray on after install?

[@ShardelHaden]

After the install, I spray water with lemon grass and tea tree essential oils in it on the hair. Then I add a moisturizing cream. My favorite one is from fabulocs and it’s called intense moisture therapy. Then I follow up with an oil! Done ☺️

[@naumimutisya897]

Where can I buy that braid and price plz.? They look nice

[@ShardelHaden]

Are you referring to the hair or the style?

[@taymakesselly5279]

You did a beautiful job . I just ordered my exy hair. Did you put any products in her as you were twisting? If so what did you use?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! Nope.. if anything I may have misted her hair with a little water during the process.

[@nappycurlz93]

How much do you charge for a service like this and were are you based?

[@ShardelHaden]

I am located in Waldorf MD. You can check out pricing through this link braidsbyshardel.glossgenius.com

[@xMariaaMarie]

Those are so beautiful ❤whenever I do mine they don’t come out this fluffy and I have a-lot of natural hair. I used the extension hair for length but somehow they still end up looking scanty… suggestion? 😂

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! Are stretching the hair as you add it? also making sure as you twist down there is still enough hair? Send me pictures! [e-mail]

[@xMariaaMarie]

@@ShardelHaden I don’t have pictures, I took them down. Lol but I will try those 2 suggestions. I have been matching the density of the hair extension to my own density so maybe I need to use more extension hair

[@ShardelHaden]

I hope it goes well! ☺️

[@xMariaaMarie]

@@ShardelHadenok so I figured it out. When I’m feeding and twisting the hair it kind of breaks apart. In the video you have a full strand, mine never stays a full strand enough to just braid

[@ShardelHaden]

Ooooh ok

[@elizabethmack5407]

Where are you located I came across your channel and you do great 👍🏿 work

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! I am located in Waldorf MD

[@ccfamily2725]

Do the extensions loc with hair or do they need to be taken out at some point ? so beautiful

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much ♥️♥️ they loc I’m with the hair

[@gotta_luv_moni]

I love you work. Question: when doing the edges of her hair in the front did you change the amount of hair you would normally add? Also, how many packs of hair did you use?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! Yes so where the hair is finest I use less hair.. trying to match the density of the area I’m in. It total about 4 packs

[@kimberlyshotwell4660]

Thank you! Beautiful and amazing work. I recently got micro twist with afro kinky extensions, will these naturally loc?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you! Yes :)

[@niamonenoelle]

How many bundles like weft hair does a pack equal?

[@ShardelHaden]

I honestly have no idea

[@hairbydocokawo6462]

Got confused abit about the adding the extension and twisting 😂😂 but now it makes sence

[@jenniferwashington7582]

What is the maintenance called for this ? Like retie? Can they be as long as you want

[@ShardelHaden]

Yes, it’s a retie. Essentially yes, depending on the length of the extension hair that is available

[@wineglassandchill]

Can you please do a video on temporary twist

[@ShardelHaden]

Got you !

[@chamileglover8959]

Are you twisting the hair as you twist (if that makes sense)

[@ShardelHaden]

No just a regular two strand twist

[@allthingstalisa5747]

How many packs did you use on her install 😊?

[@ShardelHaden]

Well for the all back sections I used about 4 packs. For the salt and pepper section I used about 3 packs all together

[@allthingstalisa5747]

Thank you 😊

[@jaiej8998]

Altogether you had 7 packs of hair? If your doing a regular extensions, how many packs would you use?

[@octaviaallen621]

Hay I just had this hair installed.. Exy hair ..I’m scared it’s synthetic blend but then again I didn’t wash the hair before install so would my hair still loc with this hair ?

[@Quincamara]

Beautiful, how long did it take?

[@pambam1234]

I got this hair but I don’t know if I’ll like it. When it dries, the hair gets stiff. Did it happened to your client’s hair?

[@ShardelHaden]

If that has happened to my clients I make sure we make some changes to their hydration routine. That's helps with that issue allot

[@pambam1234]

@@ShardelHaden what do you suggest for hydration?

[@tanishathomas7533]

🤎 Where are you located, you take such care in your technique I Love It!!!

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! Waldorf Md 🥰

[@sheredith79]

Would like to see what this looks like now

[@rashidaedwards1513]

Could this be done on shorter hair ? I want to start my loc journey but my hair is hella short

[@ShardelHaden]

Roughly, what length?

[@estoriar289]

I absolutely love the way your clients hair turns out! Do you perfer Exyhair or ManeTamedStudios? Which brands hair curls better and hold moisture better?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much ♥️ hmmmm soooo if I had to pick it would be MTS. They are both really good so it’s very hard for me to say one of the other. I think they both hold moisture the same ☺️

[@brendanebe3021]

would it be possible for me to use 16in in my hair for length without thinning my locs over time and weighing it down? how would i go about that? (medium density hair)

[@ShardelHaden]

You want to make sure you’re adding a safe amount to each section. That will help prevent long term thinning

[@ManaarBroxton]

So its moreso the amount of hair in each section rather than the length of the hair?@@ShardelHaden

[@ChialukaGold]

With extensions, can I still dye my hair or is it not recommend?

[@ShardelHaden]

You can definitely dye it but I would suggest either dyeing your hair beforehand or waiting til you locs are loc'd and secure so the dye doesn't ruin the integrity of your new locs.

[@shaythugG]

I need a tutorial on adding leanth to the ends mama

[@ShardelHaden]

Working on it!

[@meredithnoel6660]

I'm sure someone has asked this already but how many packs of the bulk hair did you use?

[@ShardelHaden]

About 4 :)

[@iheardthattoo]

How long does the extensions last?

[@ShardelHaden]

They loc with the clients hair so they are not removed.

[@yoo-xh8iv]

​@@ShardelHaden I never knew this to now in today a lady told me it' kinda like your natural hair since it's going to loc but question I'm a guy I won't mines to look fuller in nature but don't see many guys rocking braids locs not box braids lol but can I inbox you need advice

[@kiasdunn5198]

I love it and especially the color!

[@samiashelton4841]

You do a beautiful job! Where are you located?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you! 🥰 Waldorf Md!

[@francisdone194]

Beautiful work!!! Love it! How many packages did you used?

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! Of the salt and pepper I used about 4 bags, and the black about the same

[@BrianaNichelle]

Is there a texture offered to match 3b/3c hair?

[@ShardelHaden]

I think familocs on amazon has a bit of a curlier texture.. that brand would probably work best for this texture

[@JodiiShonte]

Where are you located? Do you have a booking site?

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! Yes I do! I am located in Waldorf MD. Here is my booking site link braidsbyshardel.glossgenius.com

[@yourstrulee558]

How long does this entire process take?

[@alitabarbee4904]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you ♥️♥️♥️

[@lindaholmes9460]

Hi what state are you in 😊❤very nice work.

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! I’m located in Waldorf MD

[@aliveandwell3958]

I cut my locs off, but I saved them. Is it possible to turn them into micro locs?

[@DayMorris-ho1si]

How to keep the hair moisturizer?

[@hamidouba45]

To do something like that how much roughly

[@ShardelHaden]

Anywhere from $1200 to $2500

[@KGDuroncelay]

Your work is amazing what state are you located in, i would love to get my mine done by you starters that is.

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! I am located in Waldorf MD

[@wuraolapeniel]

What do you mean by salt and pepper

[@michaelapatton5379]

Heyy How Many Total packs of hair did you use???

[@ShardelHaden]

Hi! About 5 I believe

[@rosevaleym.smeraldaallianc3233]

Je veux Faire cette coiffure sur mon dreadlocks, est-ce que je peuux?

[@ShardelHaden]

Il faudrait recommencer à zéro

[@exyhair1688]

You did an amazing job!!❤

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you!!

[@moriaelboli8712]

Please how much bulk dud you use?

[@ShardelHaden]

About 4

[@Thirty1Proverbs]

Are you taking appointments

[@eunicejohnson8114]

how do I contact you for a appointment

[@ShardelHaden]

😊 braidsbyshardel.glossgenius.com/

[@feliciabuffington3305]

Would you microloc hair with thinning in the crown?

[@marquisiaguyton9834]

I have a question does the extensions grow with your hair? Do they get longer as your hair grow or will you constantly need to add hair?

[@ShardelHaden]

The hair locs with your hair… you don’t need to add anymore hair. Your hair will grow with the extension hair locing into it.

[@marquisiaguyton9834]

@@ShardelHaden can you removed them if you wanted to once you start the process?

[@ShardelHaden]

Yes.. it would be the same as combing out locs

[@marquisiaguyton9834]

Sorry I’m asking a lot of questions I’ve really been doing my research lol. But I don’t have to comb out the loc completely just the weave? And can I ask where your located?

[@ShardelHaden]

No problem at all! Lol. The hair is added near the top so essentially if you decided to comb them out you would be combing the entire loc out. You can snip this as they grow though. I am located in Waldorf MD

[@ebonieriley8309]

Hi, what state are you in?

[@ShardelHaden]

Waldorf MD

[@diamondalexiss]

Pleeeeease post a more in-depth video about adding hair to the twists , sincerely a stay at home mom diy-ing her microlocs

[@ShardelHaden]

Got you!! Working on it ♥️

[@laquannatimothy9512]

Where can I find the hair in etsy?

[@ShardelHaden]

This hair is from exyhair.com

[@Mirandatheprettiest]

How many packs of hair for this install?

[@Babydollcxc1]

I love you. Truly. Like thank you

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! 😊🧡

[@smith5911]

Beautiful work

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you! ♥️

[@janewilson9202]

BEAUTIFUL JOB

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much 😀

[@taniahmcrae3603]

Are these permanent? ❤

[@glorydiaries]

Yes

[@odunayomary7961]

Where can I get it

[@ShardelHaden]

The hair?

[@donnalee4999]

I’m curious why don’t these new sister lic stylist put a cape on their client? One more question why didn’t you shampoo that new hair first, I’m just curious.

[@ShardelHaden]

Hello! Im not a sister loc loctician, just want to clear that up first since they have to go through classes and do official things to be called that. Don’t want nobody coming for my head 😂 I use capes sometimes when it calls for it. But allot of times my clients were saying they were hot and stuff. I just use them when I really need them. I shampooed the hair and I just didn’t film it. I have a video that shows how I normally prep the hair. ☺️

[@butcrack456]

Does the hair dry curly

[@ShardelHaden]

Yes!

[@shukuramartin5495]

Tutorial? These are so nice

[@mpb8216]

Where r u located

[@ShardelHaden]

Waldorf Md

[@vanessashaw5365]

Where are you? East coast

[@ShardelHaden]

Yes ma’am! Waldorf MD

[@vanessashaw5365]

@@ShardelHaden Do you ever make it up to New Jersey?

[@vanessashaw5365]

How can I get in touch with you😘

[@ShardelHaden]

I think I tagged you already with my booking info but here it is again braidsbyshardel.glossgenius.com

[@dawnmcdonald2360]

Where are you located?

[@ShardelHaden]

Waldorf Md

[@diamondalexiss]

Can you do this extension method with small(about 1 sq inch) locs?

[@ShardelHaden]

Yes ma'am, you would just need to pay attention to how much hair is added to each loc

[@quett2014]

Fantastic ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you ♥️

[@quett2014]

​@@ShardelHaden Do you have to eventually cut out the extensions

[@ShardelHaden]

Nope, they are meant to loc with your hair

[@pollyshanks7022]

That's beautiful 😍 ❤

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you! 😊

[@ladysouldja]

How do I book you?

[@Baby-zs9jv]

Too straight a lil curly at ends will nailed for me

[@eunicejohnson8114]

❤great job

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you!

[@rianarogers3725dakota]

Can you please do mine 😢❤❤

[@rianarogers3725dakota]

How many bulks do you use I’m a try to do my own . Can you give me step by step lol please love your work

[@ShardelHaden]

Of course!!

[@ShardelHaden]

Are used four packs. I suggest getting five because the hair can get a little annoying. Sometimes I’m going to post a video this weekend showing how to prep the hair. In addition this coming week I have an install so I will try to get some step-by-step clips to post.

[@rianarogers3725dakota]

Where are you located how can I get in contact with you instead of on here I really love your work

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much! I am located in Waldorf Md! braidsbyshardel.glossgenius.com

[@LivingLegendary-xw8yp]

Location

[@dawnnicole8836]

Please do my hair I ❤❤ your work

[@ShardelHaden]

Thank you so much!! I would love too! :)

[@DelaAgbogan]

Comment faire pour t’écrire ma chérie

[@ShardelHaden]

braidsbyshardel.glossgenius.com

[@DeeVine-2021]

Can you do my hair please