The “UGLY PHASE “ ! How to get through the transition phase with short starter locs

Hey guys ! Long time no see right ? I’m so excited to share this loc journey with you all 🌱
Here are a few facts about my locs :
I have 102 locs
I started my loc journey 8/24/21
I started with 2strand twist
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@ninankechi

[@ajn7886]

I’m 2 months in on my 2nd set. I had to cut my 1st set out bc of health issues. Everyone keeps asking me why I won’t wear a wig until it grows out, but it doesn’t bother me. Even when it sticks up all over the place I’m cool with it. It seems to upset family & friends more than me. I just roll with it.

[@ninankechi]

Aw wow ! I hope all is well with you now . I know that must’ve been tough letting go of that 1st set . Yeah its really crazy how our personal decisions with our hair seem to rub others the wrong way 🤷🏽‍♀️. This journey is so much deeper than hair because it teaches you how to love yourself deeper than surface level qualities and such . Im really happy you decided to get another set ❤️

[@ajn7886]

Thanks, I’m much better now🥳. I had my first set for 6 years and I started them on chin length hair. This set I I’ve only been growing my hair out for 5 months from being bald, so it’s pretty short. They way it looks doesn’t bother me bc I’m just happy that my hair actually grew back & that it’s strong and healthy🙏🏽. I’m definitely learning patience, and also gratitude. I’m grateful to be able to Loc again. I also have been through the Loc journey before, so I know what’s waiting on the other side😍.

[@whittneycheris4612]

I'm currently going through the transition phase and I had times where I felt like this was not for me but after watching a few videos and especially coming across yours I know this is just what I needed. Love the tips and hacks. Thank you so much and wishing you the best on your loc journey :)

[@ninankechi]

Aw wow ! I am so happy to hear that 😩❤️you are so welcome .

[@LifewithFlorence_265]

Toughest phase in the journey. I'm happy it helped me love my hair more.

[@Directorkey718]

starting my loc journey tomorrow...your hair looks BEAUTIFUL, I hope to look like that in a month!!! Thanks for the video!!!

[@ninankechi]

Thank you ❤️❤️congratulations on starting your journey.

[@brendasegar5974]

Thank you, just started my locs Journey, 5days in, going through the TRANSITIONAL phase, you just taught me a new word, thank you, many blessings to you and your family

[@ninankechi]

Thank you so much for watching ❤️best wishes on your journey.

[@sunsonnie6515]

I’m currently at this stage, im gonna embrace it from Now until I reach my goal length

[@ninankechi]

Yes !! So proud of you ❤️❤️

[@nae1579]

❤️ locs ❤makeup❤everything I’m in law enforcement and can’t wear cute hats, before I start my loc journey, I’ll be installing kinky twist for a few months.

[@godscinderella8958]

Your make and lashes are ON POINT !!!!

[@ninankechi]

Aw this is awesome ❤️your going to love it . It’s a beautiful journey

[@godscinderella8958]

@@ninankechi you are my inspiration. Im getting them done on Wednesday. I hear I can still wear lace fronts and even sew ins if I want to change my look!

[@YouAhdaMnLie]

Amazing tips! I’m almost 2 months in. I have 102 loc. I had 360 before but combed them out. I’m loving this set I have now even tho I’m serving Porcupine realness

[@ninankechi]

Awsome!!!glad that i was able to help

[@78vette11]

You’re beautiful in your “transition” phase and your little angel is so cute😍

[@ninankechi]

Thank you so so much ❤️

[@drchidijewelkalu7992]

This is amazing, thank you for helping me start my locs journey❤️🙏🏾. I love it.

[@ninankechi]

❤️❤️

[@teefoff5368]

i keep doing this thing where i take my locs out before i hit my 1 year mark. i’ve had different set of locs 4 times now starting from when i was 14 all the way up to now, (i’m 16). my last set was 9 months old when i took them out. I really just need to stay consistent this time for real!

[@ninankechi]

Aw wow ! No worries.you’ve got this 💪🏾im rooting for you . With each set , you learned something new .now you can let your new set flourish ❤️

[@angelatravis124]

Thanks sweetie for the tips I just started in December. Been wearing extensions but I am going to go through and trust the process.😊

[@_asquared_]

I love your positivity & the tips! You look beautiful ❤!

[@ninankechi]

Aw thank you ❤️

[@Javita-vs3dy]

I just want to say, u are absolutely beautiful without the makeup sis. ..not saying don’t wear it, but just complimenting ur natural beauty 💖

[@ninankechi]

Thank you so so much 🥺❤️

[@godscinderella8958]

Funny thing is, I just ask a cosmetologist in my church about locking my hair on Sunday....this is a confirmation....im doing it...thanks

[@ninankechi]

Happy i could help

[@dadao8564]

Yep, i chose to call it the transitional phase or transformation phase.

[@Ade419]

Thank you for this bc I’ve contemplated combing them out or getting extensions

[@ninankechi]

Wow 😩❤️i completely understand! Ive been there a few times but i promise you , just trust the process ! The journey is so much more than just hair . It really teaches you that patience and imperfection is a beautiful thing .

[@rissaruby1986]

These white folk at my job won’t let me wear no hat! I love your hair!

[@aunaturale1805]

Perfection is a process.

[@JaylaSanders-jy8dj]

Miss ma'am you still look good, no matter and you handle your business ass a mother!!

[@chantellennis5974]

6 mos in and struggling❤

[@ninankechi]

Keep going ! Theres a light at the end of the tunnel i promise

[@divinediva6652]

Im loving this

[@ninankechi]

Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@YAHsKid]

Great job 👍👌🥰 Really good tips!

[@ninankechi]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@ReneeGlamarioux]

It’s so cute in the hat !

[@ninankechi]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@royhenderson1581]

I love The Ugly Stag

[@ninankechi]

Me too

[@royzellhenderson-ty6my]

Your locs are very Beautiful ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ninankechi]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@brendafalk5299]

Thanks 2 1/2 weeks in 🙏🏾💪🏽

[@ninankechi]

🥰💪🏾wishing you an amazing loc journey

[@mattn_kk]

amazing crown ❤

[@ninankechi]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@mattn_kk]

@@ninankechi I just found your channel today and I must say it's loc'spirational. Just started my set with hair as short as yours and by the end of July I'll be one month loc'd.

[@ninankechi]

Aw thank you sooo much ❤️

[@carolynmayfield1635]

I'm one week in on my loc journey can I use rose water on my hair now?

[@ninankechi]

You sure can . Everyones hair is different but i know mine loved it

[@floyd27860]

How long is the transitional phase? (I'm not there yet)

[@ninankechi]

I would say3-5 months was mine .

[@DRTH411]

I can’t do all that oil. Omg.

[@ninankechi]

My hair loves it ❤️

[@cynthiahillian]

2 months in..4th set

[@royhenderson1581]

I love your Locs I don't Like Retwist Locs

[@ninankechi]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@roshondahite65]

Hat info please

[@empressmileenakahnummkxl]

There’s no such thing as “the ugly phase”. Y’all really need to decolonize y’allz mind frfr. Shit is sad.

[@ninankechi]

Lol you didn’t watch the video and it shows😂

[@empressmileenakahnummkxl]

@@ninankechi I was saying in general obviously. 🙄 There are still many many blacks who still say things like that about their hair or going through the loc journey in general. Stop tryna be rude.

[@kaylinjacklyn5291]

@@empressmileenakahnummkxlshe wasn’t trying to be rude. It was a misunderstanding. Obviously she thought you was referring to her. You was not specific on who you were speaking to. You’re the one that was being rude in the first place.

[@ninankechi]

@kaylinjacklyn5291 ok ❤️