✨Pros & Cons of LOCS | Braid-Out || Laying Edges✔️

[@rosebeautydiy5479]

When she was talking about styling I got sad cuz I literally cANNOT think of a style for my shoulder length locs they’re thick and barely like being braided back😭 when I wake up they stand up and don’t go down till it’s saturated with water and frizz happens HOURS after rehitting😔

[@SammyDaGawd]

When my hair was that length I gave up on trying to make them “go down” and just played with how they stood up. A lot of half up, half “down”, 2-3 ponytails, Mickey Mouse buns, and when all else failed, tossing it in a wrap around my edges and letting my locs stick out on the top. A lot of palm tree vibes🌴. Braid-outs always give a dope look as well. Ur locs aren't going to behave so it’s up to u to find ways to play with them as they are. Let go of needing them to be neat and embrace the weird quirkiness they reside in. You can look at my earlier videos and my hair journey to see what I mean. Hope this helps, good luck! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmrUgmVjatiHjc0 (Hair Journey) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXrTd2mqmN5sasU (one of my go to looks) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmq6c3mtmLBqptE (the defiance is part of the journey)✨

[@rosebeautydiy5479]

Thank you so much for the quick reply!! And I definitely have been playing with twist outs (they were my go to even before starting my loc journey) love your channel girl!!💓

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yes the twist outs!! Trust me, even when it feels impossible you can always figure out something. Maybe you’ll scream 1st😅, but you WILL figure it out. You got this👌🏽💕

[@Chris.Gunn.Crochets]

Same....but mine are small and I’m tender headed, and since my locs are short, styles are too tight and I get bumps. I can’t even interlock tight so it looks neat bc it hurts and my hair is so fuzzy still and my locs are pretty much mature now, I’m going on two years

[@midwesttay5560]

Sexy

[@vellawolf6290]

Gotta say, the bookcase in the back caught my eye 🙃

[@WhatsTheKy]

Same lol

[@jujugreenbean]

Me too lol

[@FlowerfulPlants]

Yea the book case is pretty lit

[@A87-p1l]

Whoa yes!

[@gigiscurls3040]

Me too 🙋🏾‍♀️!! I love books 📚 📖

[@Nani.101]

Yes yes yes on minimalism! I'm 5 months into my journey, and it wasn't until I started locing that I realized how much of a product junkie I used to be. Now I have all these creams and conditioners that I can't even use anymore just sitting on my shelf 😂. I would give them to my mom but she keeps her hair straight. But anyway, I LOVE having locs, and I wish I started earlier. All I use is water, this natural oil pomade for moisturizing right after a wash, and my avocado + tea tree oil blend. My ish is thriving sis! 120 something locs but it's not a lot of work AT ALL. And don't even get me started on how much locs have helped me grow emotionally and spiritually. My confidence has sky rocketed, I'm getting more in tune with myself and the universe around me. It's beautiful 🥰

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yesssssss you betta give your testimonial sis! I love it🙌🏽💕. So true I had to donate my creams too lol, we don't have time. The spiritual and emotional growth is legit top tier and for you to be so early in your journey?? Prepare for the evolution chile😅🦋

[@DubZer020]

I’m here for the hair, the cat, and the bookshelves! ❤️

[@456Edot]

Big facts

[@iyaphillips7678]

I’ve had my starter locks for a little over 12 weeks and I already realize I hate gel and my shampoo. I gave all my old hair products to my sister. I’ve also retained all the length and I didn’t realize how fast my hair actually grows! And plus side, I tend to get my hair wet a lot and I prefer the puffy roots. Kinda love the messy look.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yes!! It’s so dope that you’re already so tuned into how your hair thrives and embrace it as it! If you can do that now, then you will be unstoppable once they’ve matured👑

[@pinkchair]

Cat + library = winning combo

[@bettyeames6812]

I like your holistic approach to loving and living with your locs.🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@itzkendrick9833]

So we not gon talk about how fine she is😍🤩

[@MM-gp9mb]

That's literally what made me click 💀

[@graceandfavor4235]

She is really pretty! Natural girls rock 💪🏾

[@isaiahmcdade1466]

Fine ash

[@Sos.handman]

Nun better than a gorgeous woman with locs 😍

[@sendinglovez1394]

She is, she is indeed💖

[@TiaraLGrier]

Funny you mentioned detangling as a con. I thought about locing my hair since I was like 7 (I’m 26 now) and I finally had the courage to do it because I just couldn’t be bothered to detangle my hair anymore 🤦🏾‍♀️. I cut like 2-3 hrs off of wash day and my only regret is that I didn’t start them 5-10 years ago.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Not having to detangle is honestly one of my fave pros bc it saves soooo much time and energy! I love how even in childhood u were like “nah I need something else” lol

[@aaliyahjohnson1645]

Your one of the reasons I locd thank you I truly don’t regret it

[@SammyDaGawd]

Omg really?! That’s amazing!!

[@0xnpctim]

I love your use of string to add color to your locs. An easy and natural way of adding character. I was going to bleach my hair, but I think I will use string instead. Thanks!

[@terrology]

You nailed it with this list! Locd 15 yrs now. No regrets! U gained a new subby 😄...your hair is beautiful btw🤩

[@SammyDaGawd]

Omg amazing!! And thank you🙏🏾✨

[@LifewithFlorence_265]

After failing at growing my super thick and dry 4c natural hair for year, I'm finally turning to locs FOREVER.

[@tanshelld8776]

Your energy is infectious. Dont ever change.

[@LifeofMajik]

I live in my braid out. 2 styles in 1. And I dye my hair black to cover up the lint. I gave up on picking it out.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yess 2 styles! You know dying it black makes perfect sense🤔Yea that may have to be my solution, I’m tired of hacking my hair open🤦🏽‍♀️

[@TeeRql]

i’m thinking of getting locs soon so i’m looking for all types of info. just wondering, wouldnt dying the hair black make the lint more noticeable? and how often would u have to dye your hair because of the lint?

[@LifeofMajik]

Tashur Raq most lint is white or grayish so when dyed it just blends in. It makes the lint invisible 😆 I don’t notice lint to often maybe twice a year the lint gets noticeable enough to get on my nerves and make me cover it in dye

[@TeeRql]

SHA WILLIAMS oh okay thank u!

[@ahmadlocs458]

@@SammyDaGawd You could also use a brush (Soft bristles side) Its very useful and stops frizz too

[@MichelleSmith-jb9qh]

You are naturally beautiful and love your energy! I'm so ready to loc up!😍😍

[@Tina2tu]

You just glow!! Thank your for these tips! I love the part about surrendering to the process. I’m a control freak and the anxiety I get when it comes to things I can’t control of has really gotten to me. I’m excited for what my journey has to teach me. 🥰🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@tiabryce4973]

You’re 100% right. Your aura can be felt thru the screen. You’re so beautiful ❤️❤️

[@amythiam1117]

Started my locs 2 days ago so excited 😆

[@kayb3327]

Hi I’m 2 days in right now and loving it

[@deandreiathomas8271]

You make me feel so much better about my loc journey!! ❤️ 13 months and counting!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yeesss!! It only gets better from here💕

[@sarahmoodle6076]

I’ve been locked for 1 year now and I love the versatility of the shrinkage and stretching them or retwisting. Just being me feels good

[@juicesandberries1]

Love your personality! I been locked almost 2 years. Best decision I've ever made!! 😍

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you ☺️ Hands down best decision.

[@4evalocd660]

I must say u made me feel even more grateful of my 🔒'S 2&half yrs in this simi freeform journey & ur crown is devine 💜💜✌🏾✌🏾♾🔒'D

[@djj8078]

Beautiful Black Kween.. Hair is Amazing! 🖤 No lies told in this vid!

[@456Edot]

I’m here for the loc knowledge but the book shelf & cat just made me a subscriber! 💪🏿

[@destinycherry17]

Omg you are are beautiful 😍😍😍 I don’t know if I was high but was smiling the entire video !!!!

[@SammyDaGawd]

U felt the viiibes🙏🏽✨

[@brookeharris9130]

For the lint issue, i’ve heard that actually brushing your locs (not like detangling-type brushing) with a soft bristle wave brush instead of picking at your locs can help and avoids them possibly thinning out :)

[@SammyDaGawd]

I heard that too..tried it at one point but I was not vibing with that experience lol. The sound and feel of it😖 was too much for little return.

[@PARADOXsquared]

Being tired of detangling is a huge reason that I'm starting my loc journey!

[@BasicBliss]

One of the best decisions in my was to loc up last January 2020. Frizz doesn’t bother me either. Your locs are beautiful 😍 thanks for sharing!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Hands down best decision!!

[@ShadesofSage]

LOVE the look😍! Your hair’s grown so much in a year 🤗! Thanks for sharing ❤️!

[@DB101415]

Yay, another video! I love your locs, spirit, humor, and the knowledge you share in your videos. ❤️❤️❤️

[@tanishadancer3234]

This video was SPOT ON!!!!

[@thisnaturalgirlislocd]

TFS! I've been a loose natural for several years and will be starting my loc journey in less than 2 weeks so this was helpful and encouraging! New subbie!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yay!! Happy this was helpful, congrats on your new journey🙌🏽

[@313Martin]

You're swagg is just beautiful and the locs look great by the way.

[@knottykay1]

Agreed 100% No detangle and minimal product are goals in this loc game!!!! Less is best and it helps your hair grow faster 👏🏾👏🏾 LOC'D for 3 years come December -K💜

[@SammyDaGawd]

Precisely. Happy almost anniversary!🥳

[@FlowerfulPlants]

The edges & hair commentating lol. Your locs are gorge!

[@SammyDaGawd]

🤣I was hype! Thank you so much🙏🏽

[@cathywilliams701]

You and your hair are so beautiful! Thank you for your pros and cons.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed🙌🏽

[@angellopes4047]

Your braid out looks so bomb and thank you for your videos, love them!

[@SammyDaGawd]

🙏🏽💕

[@giullianaramirez6836]

You are so beautiful and the locks are so long, healthy, and they suit you so well 🥺

[@siahncorrea3434]

I just subscribed and I absolutely ADORE you. I get my starter locs done tomorrow and watching you makes me so much more excited to get them and go through the loc journey. Bless your heart for this soothing and informative video 💙

[@naiasimone2225]

you made me smile the whole video im so excited to get them doneeeeee

[@nitabellavita3239]

Instantly in love with your beautiful soul 😩🧘🏽‍♀️🙏🏽💕 #subbedNOW

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yaaayy thank you so much🙏🏾✨

[@AFizzleProductions]

Yo’ locs look good & healthy.

[@TeeSoFab]

I’m in a wedding soon, and this will be my style. I don’t really like “Styles” but I can definitely rock this! ❤️

[@nickymartz]

This was so helpful and I love your energy. The voiceover while edging was great... so CUTE!

[@shannamarie9408]

Your hair in braids does look really good

[@SammyDaGawd]

Right? Such a clutch style

[@connorsmith2665]

Omg next time you need to wear those braids as a style, cuz that was cuteee

[@cdmaddox5677]

Your hair is so beautiful I'm in 3 months now with my journey and I love it

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you! Welcome to the journey🥳✨

[@cdmaddox5677]

@@SammyDaGawd you're welcome and thank you ❤️🤗❤️

[@tawanawhite9512]

Love this video 🤩🤩🤩I love how you put the edge control away from the roots 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yes girl gotta preserve these edges and their neighboring locs😅

[@mojodojo9331]

omg!!! i love that your cat is named onyx; mine is named tourmaline! (toto for short) awesome vid and vibe per usual!

[@naturalcurls4life576]

Your locs are gorgeous. Enjoyed your pros and cons, they were very accurate. Almost 3 years loc'd and I did an acv soak and it brought lint to the surface. I thought I was going to loose my mind, lol. Subscribing!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you so much! And omg yes it definitely brings it to the surface😓 then I get to hacking lol

[@naturalcurls4life576]

@@SammyDaGawd Yes, I combed out the end of one loc getting the lint out.

[@SammyDaGawd]

NaturalCurls4Life smh me all the time🤦🏽‍♀️

[@thecoolest5813]

You definitely gained a subscriber!! I watched this video the whole way through and I just love your energy. This has to be my favorite loc video. I’ve been thinking about getting locs and after watching this I know im ready! Thank you so much! Also, you are soooo beautiful omg

[@SammyDaGawd]

Amazing😌I’m so glad you found it helpful and had the patience to watch all of it. If you can do that, you can definitely take on the loc journey. Good luck!!

[@tamikiashakilia9248]

It’s the bookshelf in the background for me. .. something about a lady that reads! 😍

[@chinamason6294]

I love the frizz 🙂

[@burnercomented]

Lint: satin sheets and pillowcases

[@RebekahElaine]

I love a good braid out. Yours came out nice! I’ve wrapped my locs with yarn before but never kept it in...

[@SammyDaGawd]

Braid out for the win! Yea the yarn is clutch and lasts as long as you want it🙌🏾

[@courtneydabankah5464]

Omg, this is so informative!!! I love it.

[@Fragilisticexpiali]

Sooooo feeling you on the lint issue...

[@ariannah908]

Your so pretty!!

[@fancyface432]

Everything you're saying is pure facts! I related to and agreed with EVERYTHING that you said. Well done!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you! I really appreciate that🙏🏽✨

[@maijennasis]

out of all the videos I’ve watched, you’ve definitely sold me; and yess thick sideburns unite!😭🤎

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yesss sideburn gang!💪🏽😆

[@kahra2359]

i loveeee this video it was so calming and nice to watch and very informative!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you, I'm glad you liked it🙏🏽

[@glamorouswallflower]

“Mm get it , mm follow it “ 😂😂 that’s what just made me subscribe, gorgeous pics and beautiful spirit ✨ I’m only 4 months in but this is very encouraging ♥️

[@SammyDaGawd]

🤣I’m glad you appreciate the vibes🙏🏽 Congrats on making it to 4 months! How are you liking it so far?

[@glamorouswallflower]

Lovin it ✨ have my days , got that length you mentioned when I wake up sometimes pokin out the sides 😂😂 but nothing a few sprays of water and a shake won’t fix 💕 I actually have been documenting my loc journey here, gotta get back to it tho 🌺

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yes few sprays and a shake! I’d love to see more of your journey. It’s just so beautiful to witness how locs mature over time #newsubbie

[@CHRISTChrysalisInManhaim]

When i do loc my biggest concern is having that balding look where the dreads are so tight or thinning I guess... And I don't want my locs to look like really thick clumps hanging on very slender roots...I'm sure I'll encounter some set backs but these will definitely be things to avoid

[@jessicaigwe6215]

Depends on your base when you start.. Go thicker..

[@tinyartistTV]

Best way to avoid that is to do a semi freeform, where you start with braids or twists, but you're not super concerned about a "clean" separated look at the scalp, and then just let your hair do what it does, occasionally retwisting at the roots or separating locs as necessary

[@tinyartistTV]

I've been locked going on 3 years btw. But everyone's hair is different and will handle the process differently

[@CHRISTChrysalisInManhaim]

@@tinyartistTV thanks

[@tinyartistTV]

@@CHRISTChrysalisInManhaim you're welcome 😊

[@sheluv_day_v7244]

I love your vibe 💘

[@-_LAY_LAY_-]

Just beautiful inside and out 😍, great info very informative. Thanks

[@SammyDaGawd]

🙌🏽🙏🏽✨

[@nikkinanette8807]

You are so pretty 💖 thank you 😊

[@trameljohnson9878]

I’m almost 2 years loc’d and I love how you covered what seems like everything about expectations with locs. And especially as a person with black hair.

[@jessialcala1986]

This video is everything!!!! I agree with every single pro and con you out into this video. Especially the ending pros pros pros!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yesss!! Pros pros pros is the vibes forreal👌🏽✨

[@SadeSeason]

1st vid and i must say im hooked! i caught myself glancing at your skin to your book case tryna see if we had any of the same books.lol #blackCatLovers are real lol i miss my cat love the locs of course

[@SammyDaGawd]

Cats are seriously everything🥰

[@SadeSeason]

I probably never have another because of my love for her

[@SammyDaGawd]

😔

[@mcbridedominique43]

This is such a beautiful video. I will be starting my journey next month and I am in the research stage! So so so excited! :,)

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yesssss research!🙌🏽

[@youngladylay]

You are the only two strand locs I watch yours look amazing

[@SammyDaGawd]

Really?! That’s so dope 🙏🏽💕✨

[@Kossimaa]

Awesome information and your locs are amazing. The books and the cat though😍😍

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you so much🙏🏾Yes Onyx wasn't paying me no mind smh🤣

[@placid.hippie]

I agree with everything you have said! 👏🏾 Continue to live in the sun queen 🌞

[@aprildubose1070]

You're super dope and brilliant at describing your experiences.

[@MeditatedMindz777]

Im one year in I love it

[@Aanteatur]

My dreads are now 4 yrs old and I did my very first braid out the other day. Just took em off and as a dude I'm impressed w myself😂 I've done my hair myself the entire way and I'm still learning things about my hair type. It's crazy

[@SammyDaGawd]

Oowww come thru braid out! I love that you’ve been doing your own hair. It really isn’t difficult and is super empowering. Shouts to you👌🏽✨

[@shannamarie9408]

Its the library, for me :)

[@SammyDaGawd]

🤓🧠

[@sandrarobinson5263]

Very good! So informative!!!

[@adirathiinailahana667]

Your locs are beautiful Sis! I luv the braid out and thanx for the tips. I will be starting my locs veeerrry soon! Also what did you use for the edges?

[@tiffanyk4952]

Clicked on your video because I thought you were Jouelzy! Stayed because your hair is beautiful

[@SammyDaGawd]

Owww thank you for staying!🙏🏽

[@Anoldaccount988]

“Hey KZbin.. *does her lil dancy dance*” 😹😹😹💖

[@chet0388]

My husband and I have locs. Our girls have locs and our son. Just waiting on the baby to get a lil older to lock his hair!💛💛💛

[@khadhrikhan1549]

I like your vibe and the bookcase...you got a new subbie!!!!

[@SammyDaGawd]

Yktv knowledge is power🧠✨

[@sharifm95]

you're hilarious! i love the way you talk and explain

[@tizzlebaby2064]

They are perfect love them💕

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you Gawd🙏🏽

[@theyoo27]

This was so soothing to watch! Great video, very informative and wholesome. Love your vibe.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you!🙏🏽

[@Showermebeautiful]

Beautiful! Thank you 🙏🏾

[@estellexlx]

Let go of the idea of what the locs are Supposed to do, keep em healthy n let them do their thing. Making some notes, starting my loc journey tomorrow!

[@Deedotcharles]

Gotta take out my two strand I gotta take out on Tuesday, love hate relationship with that look. Also, I see the glow

[@SammyDaGawd]

I can understand that *whispers* but it’s still lit tho😆

[@aaliyahjohnson1645]

Oh and I also love your energy

[@SammyDaGawd]

🙌🏽🙏🏽✨

[@vanessagoin6425]

What material is the different colors in your hair? I want that🥰

[@Strawberryglaze]

You are so beautiful. I really enjoyed your presentation and your hair is amazing and flawless, sister girl.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you!! I really appreciate the vibes💕✨

[@breakingbadgoddess]

Absolutely Gorgeous. I’m obsessed. 🥰🥰🥰

[@ronijohnson86]

Beautiful soul! New subbie & where did u get your necklace?

[@carleelocs3548]

Beautiful all the way! How did you get the highlights of color in your hair?

[@SammyDaGawd]

Thank you! I used yarn and wrapped it around so I wouldn’t have to dye it

[@spiritmoon348]

I love your hair. Health is more important than length i found out the hard way.

[@SammyDaGawd]

Who can’t hear will feel😅

[@mslingling2410]

I love ur energy n how did u dye your Locs?

[@tricelledyer780]

Ugh i loved this video so much! i’m locking in a few days and i’m so excited! What size are your locs?

[@TheAlexismp]

How gorgeous you gotta be for locs?? Cause everyone I see be on Goddess level and I ain’t about to hurt my self esteem 😭😭

[@SammyDaGawd]

Cut it oouutt! All u gotta be is dope and BOOP, the locs heighten your appeal👌🏽