Starter Loc Phases | My Starter Loc Journey | First 9 Months of The Journey

[@kingjayrin]

glad im not the only person that decided to start locs during this pandemic. 2weeks in! appreciate the tips

[@TPlocks]

Jayrin Wilson we all in this together! welcome to the loc family! ✊🏽

[@djde4th877]

you aint the only one bro lol

[@codeninja100]

I started back in august my dude tuff it out! Its worth it

[@derrickcowan955]

I started my dreads also bro ✊

[@jameswilliams8908]

@Cheryl Ladmirault I'm starting next payday so proud to be excited with you lol

[@Milla.Clipps]

Got my hair loc'd today and I am feeling embarrassed about it. I don't even know what I look like, I am already contemplating cutting it but a friend advised I give it more time, and now I found your channel. There is so much encouragement in this video! Thank you!

[@TPlocks]

Definitely give it time! The beautiful thing about this channel is that we're all in it together! You can't cut yours until I cut mine! haha

[@britanabrysonofficial]

Started mine last Thursday. You look like you look

[@kyemericalexander6095]

I’m a year in from a little fro and I’m telling you it’s worth it

[@Milla.Clipps]

@@TPlocks Thank you!! This Family means a lot to me. I'm more comfortable in my locs now, great improvement I must say. Thanks guys

[@zameverett23]

I reached out to friends and family that have dreads and just got advice from them and everyone said the exact same thing “You Gotta be patient. I just got mine locked up yesterday, thankfully I work from home, so its just me and the awkward phase for now.

[@ricozbeatz951]

Just started my locs 5 days ago cuz I thought y not I'm not finna go to school to since the covid-19. Ready for the journey

[@TPlocks]

Welcome to the loc family! 🔥🔥🔥🔥✊🏾

[@nolimit8033]

Henrico Clemons same today is 1 week for me

[@marmarbuckz5243]

Update ?

[@ricozbeatz951]

@@marmarbuckz5243 it's goin good vro it just feels like more parts are locking than others. Since I started my dreads using a twist technique they tend to come out and I have to get it retwisted and use a locking gel. It also helps a lot to have a dread sleeve when sleeping

[@marmarbuckz5243]

@@ricozbeatz951 alright and i have 3b hair and my hair is about 3 inches , im gonna twist with gel and put tiny black rubber bands on my hair for about 3 months ? Would that work ?

[@dreadheadk3n777]

I had my dreads for 1year and 4months and I remember when I had to go to school with my starter dreads when I say so much people talk down on my hair a lot of people but when it got longer they stopped. thru the months I was thinking of cutting them but I got thru it

[@janea9167]

Good job hanging in there, I started mine a week ago and I'm a little insecure with the length, but Im gonna get through it because I want to go through the journey😊

[@mrglizzokgames540]

I started mine my jr year . hated every minute of school . until senior year, I took everybody girl 😂

[@lovinglymq5576]

I'm also 1 year 4 months in at this point and I just put the scissors away.... 💔💔 I cut a tiny piece of 1 at the back literally....👀I was ready!!! I honestly don't feel beautiful. 😂😂😂 Damn.😕

[@Jay-wu7ib]

@@lovinglymq5576 you’re Beautiful don’t worry, start complimenting yourself 😊

[@Nrek_AI_Productions]

Dude I just got my locs started and began searching for care tips and you my friend are an immediate subscribe. Thank you for doing this.

[@TPlocks]

I’m happy I helped! Thanks for the subscribe too! ✊🏾

[@DodgyDebb]

Hi TP LOCS, I really love that you’re sharing your Loc journey with us. I’m 57 and only have just got my hair into Locs. It’s day 8 and I’m chilled & cool with the process my hair is undergoing. Previously to watching your videos though I was panicking & worrying if I was gonna make it, luckily though as having you as a Mentor is really helpful. Thank you & look foreword to future videos. 🙏🏽💖🙏🏽

[@clphelps20]

Just started my journey 2 weeks ago!!! Went in for my 1st retwist today and my ends are budding!!! Me and my loctician were SHOCKED!!! I wasn’t expecting that AT ALL!!!

[@Bosshogg972]

Love your channel!!! I started my locs in January and I've used your channel as a guide for a few months now

[@TPlocks]

Bossman Hogg that means a lot! Best part about this channel is that I REALLY try to reply back ASAP! So you never have to rely on just the videos if they’re missing something! ✊🏾 thanks for the comment bruh!!

[@sorryimoverbooked5621]

I just uploaded my 1-3 month dread update. I like the fact that you mentioned that it takes time for locs to take on a look. I have absolutely no idea how my dreads are going to look at the one year stage. Slick scared, but kinda excited as well. Your dreads look good btw!

[@TPlocks]

Thanks for the comment! My locs have gone through it lol but I’m so happy to have stuck through it! I’ll check the upload out and sub!!!

[@sorryimoverbooked5621]

TP locks thank you! And I subscribed to your channel, looking forward to future videos by you.

[@hedgeman3117]

Started my first loc journey 2 days ago, hair short as hell. Lawd give me strength.

[@TPlocks]

You got this!!! Welcome to the loc family! 🙏🏾🔥🔥

[@spiritologysense2239]

Lolol!😂😂😂😂 for dang sure need it

[@hedgeman3117]

TP locks still going bro.. patience has been key. Bless up

[@thealmightyinvaderz1734]

Same brotha same.

[@tanekabratcher3606]

I’m 7 months into my locs journey, and I love so far it’s a different type of commitment to yourself, its self love! Love your journey stay the course, this message is for anyone thinking of quitting their journey...TP Locks another great video as always 🙌🏽

[@TPlocks]

Happy to help out family 🙏🏾😁

[@AtreyuLocs]

Very good video, sir! It was awesome to see all the close-ups as your hair matured throughout those months. The photo that was 2 weeks post install took me back hard to my starter locs...good memories! In a weird way, I wish I could go back. Who would’ve ever guessed I’d feel that way. There was just an overall excitement about the quest that first year that has yet to be matched, truly inimitable.

[@mr.precise3811]

Great loc journey! You got some quality content. I just started my semi-free form loc journey. This video just reminded me to trust & enjoy the process.

[@TPlocks]

I appreciate it fam! It is a wonderful process. I’m active on my channel too so you’ll always have someone present to offer encouragement when needed! ✊🏾

[@dekafmusic]

That august look with the hair out tha locs dope as hell

[@amarquisvcu10]

I appreciate your vids man … they bring much consolation!

[@TPlocks]

Happy to help fam! 🙏🏾

[@DreadHawkandCash]

You doing your thing bro I’ve been trying to understand how to use the green screen as well you got it bro💯 great informative video for the dreadheads. I see you still dropping them bangers 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TPlocks]

I could help if you need G. Maybe I’ll do a video on the green screen. It’s super easy! And same to you bro! You all over the feed! Stay on they necks!!! ✊🏾🔥

[@DreadHawkandCash]

TP locks You know it fam... Yea I need that I kinda got an idea of how to do it but not sure lol

[@primokrudo3738]

I started my locs since i watched this video. Thank you bro!

[@TPlocks]

PRIMO nah thank you! I’m honored and grateful you watched fam! Welcome to the loc family! 🔥🔥

[@primokrudo3738]

its my pleasure bro

[@bijou_in_vr5663]

Yo where were you when I stared loving my hair a year ago I wish I had your tips then. But it's just great to check out your content.

[@TPlocks]

Imma be switching my content up and branching out with more topics soon! Hopefully we can get you some more useful videos!

[@terrylawrence7652]

Started mine a week now but I have been checking out your tips and insights. Thanks for sharing your timeline.

[@TPlocks]

Always happy to help! ❤️

[@illmatic5690]

Started my locs during the beginning of lockdown & you earned a fan from the UK

[@nlsniya]

I start my locs tomorrow and my hair is already kinda long but at the same time I'm nervous because I start school the day after

[@malecholyspiritguide8639]

December was cool , jus to see where you at now Is crazy .. Ima take more pics of mines

[@TPlocks]

Major key!!! Take photos as much as you can! That was actually a tip I gave in another video! I HATE that I don’t have more month 1-5 photos!!!

[@sorrowz4640]

Im starting mines and this motivated me even more

[@TPlocks]

I’m glad man! Stay committed and it will pay off!! ✊🏾🔥🔥

[@23engineered]

thank u so much i fel relaxed now i guess ill b patient...3rd day locking my hair n i feel like crap lool, after watching i feel good now

[@tenea24]

Literally 4 days locked now..I’m SO anxious about the journey only Because I want it all to go fast. I know it’s gonna take time but I know a year from now I’m gonna say it went by so fast. Can’t wait for the journey ahead! 🤗

[@HER0121]

Another great video by TP “let your hair do what it do” LOCKS

[@TPlocks]

Ayyeeee I’m bout to go get that tatted lol 😂

[@ronniedykes8025]

Hey bro thank you for this because I’m actually getting into my 4th month loc’d and I am going through the budding process and was worried I was doing something wrong. But after seeing this I have the confidence again to trust the process and want to thank you for that ✊🏽. I’ve been watching your channel for a while now and I really appreciate the advice and the reassurance you give!

[@dreadedjay6439]

I love your channel you inspired me to get my dreads and start my channel

[@TPlocks]

I appreciate that man! Just subbed. You’ve got some great content as well! WAYY better than mine was when I started!

[@babyswerve3]

I just got locs yesterday this video helped me alot

[@nt30001]

I'm at the 10 month mark Dread. Didn't think I'd make it through the ugly ass stage, separating it and hearing that congo dread crackle.. I reached for the clippers a few times and nearly got my bald on ha, a slick fade every 2 weeks keeps it sharp.. Good video my brother 🤜🏿🤛🏿

[@organiclocs469]

Loved this video friend. Your locs look dope, and I see your beard is tryna do its thing too. Peace & Blessings ❤️💛💚

[@TPlocks]

You see them hairs coming in right!!! I’m growin up haha peace and blessing to you Queen!

[@Charlietheechick]

I'd much rather be at the beach 😫🥺 that green screen is everything! I just made it to my 7th month mark it went by so fast! Like you said trust the process! 🙌🏿 I wish I would've locked my hair years ago

[@TPlocks]

It’s such a beautiful style and just so rewarding. And yes that green screen is bout to be my new best friend for these videos! 🔥🔥

[@slickello4083]

I started my locs about a week ago and I’ve been feeeeeelin my selfff😤

[@TPlocks]

I ain’t mad at ya!!!!

[@miscellaneous9925]

Started my locs 1month ago. Excited to see how it'll turn out

[@Rinamama09]

Bruhhh I was Just thinking....where my boy at!!!! Lol I see you bringing new things to the game!!

[@TPlocks]

I’m out here in the quarantined streets!! I’m trying em out! I’m glad y’all not killing me for it! 😂

[@Rinamama09]

@@TPlocks since you always good about bringing us factz and good material we will let it slide😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@indigoblue5421]

Your the best I dye my ends every other year

[@SHCAGO]

Had to subscribe after viewing this one! Informative, lucid tips and advice. Thank you.

[@TPlocks]

Happy to help! ✊🏾🔥

[@khadijahmorgan3255]

Just Started my locs today !

[@tracenaspringfield2617]

I just started today!

[@TPlocks]

Welcome to the loc family!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@MoveInSilence2444]

It's all about the journey! And appreciating the process of taking care of your hair and your body

[@shakera02]

I already told you about my dye debacle, lol. Glad that my hair is recovering at 2 months loc'd. Great video!

[@TPlocks]

Be careful with that dye!! Lol

[@abenezerassefa9341]

i heard that lil pause at 8:16 🤣

[@TPlocks]

😂😂😂

[@abenezerassefa9341]

@@TPlocks yoo man i really enjoy your videos, ive got a question for you. im about to start my high top loc journey after being inspired by you! I was wondering, should i start my locs with two strand twists or comb coils? the twists seem easier to maintain

[@parkheath9710]

TP Locs this video is motivation bro. I been on this loc Journey a month. My wife already dislikes the rough faze. But your video has inspired me to keep going.

[@daishanaynicole4536]

@TPlocks I just got mines yesatardy of 11/18/2020 and I already want to comb them out! But with this watching this video. Gives me this reason why I choose to get locs

[@jamieoutland5325]

Mines are hella frizzy and some of my hair is locking kind of but some i still have to retwist. Smh im tryna have patience!

[@TPlocks]

It’s all apart of that process. I show people mine early on in my ig DMs all the time! It’ll be alright :)

[@quanhobbs4648]

Can’t wait to hit my year in August 💯

[@MellyMell05]

I started my dreads in August of 2020 but prior to me getting dreads I grew my hair out for a year so I had longer hair when I started. But I'm 7 months in an im doing great

[@TaariqBethea]

Starting my locs soon but I’m growing my hair from a high top fade to an afro

[@TPlocks]

I’m jealous. Some days I wish I started with a full set too!!

[@i.t4202]

New subscriber here, I've been using the sponge method 4b type hair and I'm a month+ in right now. So far so good👍. I'm going for a dreadhawk

[@TPlocks]

Welcome to the loc fam!!! 🙏🏾 oooooh I gotta see that!!!

[@i.t4202]

@@TPlocks I Dm'd you it on insta, you want to check it out when you get the chance

[@THENEXTTRUEGAMER]

Just broke my six months in with locs, gotta have patience!

[@cdot3218]

Just started my loc journey with coils. I know this is a process but just wanted to know some of the different ways to wash your hair without actually washing your hair. My scalp is normally itchy and I normally wash my hair every other day. Now that I can’t just want to know so ways.

[@TPlocks]

Thanks for the comment. Check out the durag method! I have an old video on how to wash your starter locks! But let me know if you can’t find it and I’ll send you the link.

[@kingtebyous]

You Just Keep Inspiring Me To Keep My Locs And To Trust The Process...#HighTopDreadGang

[@TPlocks]

Yessir my brotha, that’s wat it’s all about. ✊🏾🔥🔥

[@kingtebyous]

TP locks Love You My Brother No Homo...Keep Gringing 10K On The Way💯💯💯💯💯

[@djmcneil1761]

10/10 video my brotha. God bless

[@ALex-dp6wh]

Starting my locs soon and I am so excited! I have wanted them all my life and I can’t wait!!

[@ElisiasEvolution]

cant wait to get to a year!!

[@chrisbarker2296]

last week i did my locks so far so good

[@TPlocks]

Good stuff! Welcome to the loc family!

[@koldheartedqueen_]

Just started my journey🤌🏾

[@camcane1]

10:03 what word was that? That shit threw me off lol . Man's a scholar

[@TPlocks]

camcane1 😂 you clowning me 😂😂cylindrical lol just basically that elongated round shape .

[@jgsidez]

Started my local journey 10 days ago feeling good

[@nik-d2602]

im in month 2-3 i think. comb twisted and laid back in a braid type thing. following this channel for tips

[@keeloskywalker]

Dope bruh I’m on my second set of locs ready for the journey

[@TPlocks]

Kilo Walker official I’m right there wit ya! ✊🏽

[@blkeclipsel2400]

High top locs here. You started super early. I twisted my own hair and i can't imagine how aggravating it would've been at that length . With my hair grade they would've unraveled right after i twisted them .

[@TPlocks]

Man it was rough....lol

[@6oatheadda6dondada83]

I got mine finger coiled and they never came out only 2 did tho but that I’m not worried about

[@xXFatmanForeverXx]

Great video bro. I need some tips for locking my hair. Like im not sure my hair is the right length or what im suppose to do to develop locks. Thanks for the video though loved it

[@amvg0d810]

TP locks: "some thickness, pause" 😂

[@TPlocks]

Paaaaaause 😅

[@signn2k]

my hair goes to my nose hole do you think i should loc now keep growing ? i wanna have some type of length when i start .

[@TPlocks]

xoWaq yt there are going to be pros and cons to starting with long hair for sure! But I’d start them at that length. As my hair got longer it seemed like it actually took longer to loc!

[@signn2k]

i have n*gga coursed hair would it still take long long tho?

[@marmarbuckz5243]

@@signn2k nah

[@ultimateme3049]

I guess it helps that i got my locks after having been growing my afro for a while, i kinda skipped that budding ugly phase

[@1wii128]

Thank you brother 💜

[@TPlocks]

Always welcome

[@briizy300]

Love this video

[@saint306]

I wish I would’ve more pictures Most if my 1-4 months I wore a Durag

[@TPlocks]

Same!! That or I had a hat or a bad on! smh

[@ebktyy7864]

I started my locs last years december

[@TPlocks]

8 months in? Almost at that year mark! 🔥

[@40-DAYS]

Just Twisted my hair... Took a pre-pic of my high top afro... Wow... That is one heck of a journey you went on... If you didn't take those photos, I would not of thought you went through all that... Thanks for the lessons... What do you think about elastics with starter locs young brother man????

[@saltydreadlock438]

I cut my dreads 2 years ago but I just started again and my hairs about longer than yours is not

[@abigaildaily5740]

I dyed my hair like two weeks in 😫 but I really love the color ☺️

[@austingray6885]

I’m Puerto Rican and I’m thinking about getting locs, when I was a kid I had a huge Afro but my white mom wouldn’t let me even braid it at the time

[@ZENOENT]

Just started my journey man this ugly stage is ruff I think about cutting it daily

[@TPlocks]

I’ve had mine for years and still think about cutting lol

[@getrealhood]

Im 3 months in..2 strand. And i started with longer hair bro but my hair is only just above my eyebrows so i keep my head covered everywhere lol

[@keierramercer7174]

Started my locs in April I wanna submit a loc review but I’m scared lol

[@clevelandword9540]

Week one of my second set locks

[@TPlocks]

Welcome to the loc family!! Lol

[@Martin.Lazo.Ireland]

Your hair is beautiful on video❤

[@geraldfombo3137]

Would u get the same result if I grew ur hair out for a year an then started the locs

[@TPlocks]

For sure! The only difference would be maybe how long it took for the hair to lock but the hair length wouldn’t change much about my hair.

[@shakur10011]

With comb coils when retwisting do you retwist the entire coil or just the new growth from the root? And when budding do you retwist through the budding or up to the budding and stop?

[@TPlocks]

shakur10011 I’ve seen both approaches. For my journey I’ve always focused primarily on the new growth. Especially during budding phase.

[@shakur10011]

@@TPlocks thanx.

[@knowledge5868]

What up brother have a great day God bless you your family to

[@kymojo1896]

So you leave your hair out if tight styles in order to let it mature?

[@blackjack2166]

I haven’t got a hair cut in almost 2 years I think & should I trim it so I can get ride of dead hair and split ends before dreading up ? Because I see a dread journey video and the person who did the video said he dreaded up with dead hair and split ends and his dreads are nice and long..what should I do ?

[@threesevennine]

Just cut my dreads and started over stressed out

[@TPlocks]

That sounds scary and exciting at the same time!!! lol

[@threesevennine]

@@TPlocks 2 weeks in ready for my long dreads to come bacc lol

[@cassiejohnson7298]

@@threesevennine I'm three weeks in I'm on my second set of locs

[@devinglover8633]

Is it safe to use rubber bands to help lock your hair and if so what moisture do you recommend im new to getting locks

[@drewsef6]

Any tips for long wavy hair?

[@TPlocks]

I'd recommend starting with two strand twists or crochet!

[@frannvless4634]

Currently doing the rubber and method for my starter locs

[@ermackoresh6282]

This man said length and girth with a straight face

[@TPlocks]

I’m damn near 30 fam...everything can’t be a joke haha

[@Tayjaun]

My hair can lock up very fast I barely comb my hair so sometimes I find some locked up hair. I could probably free form. My mom has long locs that's why I want it.

[@SJones-oi2wb]

Last time I cut my hair was new year 12-31-20 But I didn’t get my first twist until 6-11-21 now it is 6.5 months later 12-28-21 my hair is about the length that your hair is in this vid but my hair is just now starting to bud and ends sealing my hair looks about your November pics just longer 😩

[@sheesh7412]

what was that song in the beginning 😔

[@sheesh7412]

and i still haven’t figured it out 😔

[@dchr1s]

random, but can you reattach dreads tht havent fully locked yet?

[@TPlocks]

Yup!!

[@lilzoe234]

Those dreads are blonde or orange

[@dreadheadzay3672]

Yo any tips started 3months ago

[@mockz270]

Imma get starter locs soon. Quick question once you get them how often do you have to wash them and retwist? Do you retwist after you wash your hair? Or after a full month?

[@300DDAWG]

Yo wassup bro I just started my loc last month at the ending of the month of may around the 27th and I’m using Olive Miracle Anti Breakage Growth oil treatment & wild growth hair oil but I don’t know if it good to use or not while I’m starting my starters locs ? Any suggestions? I’m trying to grow them healthier and faster .

[@keeshabu]

Good luck. Our loc-iversary is the same day. Hope you continue your journey

[@brkey1822]

Aloe vera mixed with water helped mines grow and kept it hydrated. I have real bad dandruff but when I used the Aloe vera my hair stayed clean and healthy.

[@TPlocks]

Those definitely not bad oils to use. I'd recommend getting some tea tree and peppermint oils in there too but ultimately what works for you is what works for you. I only use one oil at the moment. I've got all the things that work for me linked in the description as well. For hair growth I definitely recommend my tea tree mixed w/ peppermint oil (great for anti itching as well) and a good multi vitamin.

[@TPlocks]

Also welcome to the loc family!!!

[@bw5020]

How long after a retwist should you wait to wash your hair? How long does it take for the locs to hold without fear of washing it loose?

[@jeremypayne2631]

Bro what do u recommend the mango twist gel or the mango wax one

[@lorettapierce5447]

Am I the only on ehat has a problem with frizz when u start swisting a starter loc friz from another loc get caught in the one u are twisting

[@Djr2699]

So you waited about 3 months for your retwist?

[@TPlocks]

That or more for sure.

[@Djr2699]

TP locks thang so I gotta do that so they lock up... ugly phase for real

[@TPlocks]

DJ Ryan oh dang nah my bad bro I thought you just meant last time for my last retwist. 3 months was how long I waited before I got a retwist not how long until my first one. My bad lol

[@Djr2699]

TP locks when you waited the 3 months were they locked after?