Want Sisterlocks? 14 Things You Should Know
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
- I've come up with 14 things in this video that you need to know before getting Sisterlocks that you might not have thought about before.
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My installation took 30 hours over 3 days. Also, regarding looking scalpy, that all depends on your head of hair. I did not have this experience and I LOVED my hair from day one. Each journey is different.
Right. Mine was scalpy, but it’s been scalpy all my life. Didn’t bother me. I loved my locks from day one too. Lol. I’ve loved every stage so far.
Same here.. my hair was full immediately after establishment.
Everything she is saying is so true I had sister locks for 11 years and got tired of them 😂 cut them off it’s been two years and I’m going back to sister locks tomorrow it just fits my lifestyle lol thanks sis ! Locks are my baby
welcome back to the club then! ❤️
Thank you for being completely candid about your journey. I really have to think this through more and be sure I’m ready to commit myself everything 6 weeks.
You’re welcome. It’s no problem at all. Take your time with the decision.
Hi
Just came across your video. I am going into my 4th year of Sista locs. I was growing out of a Mohawk so my only length was the middle n top of Mohawk n my sides was barely none.
I didn’t color for one year.
My Sista’s locs r blonde n I color and have them retwisted every six weeks faithfully.
My Sista locs are past my back bra strap now. I never have had any issues with my locs.
I use rosemary water spray on my scalp and alternate with aloe Vera juice n water mixed and spray on my scalp and locs.
I never had any issues with lint getting into or onto my locs.
It took 3 days 8 hours two days -and seven hours last day.
I was due for color Tuesday on my retwist day but decided now to color every other month.
Everybody’s hair texture is different.
Loving my journey n no issues.
And u r absolutely right when u said get ready for questions and comments concerning your locs.
I get that all the time and compliments galore.
Your locs look healthy n very nice. 🍒🍒🍒🍒
Finally a real video of realistic expectations!! Thank you!!!
You’re welcome. 🥰
I am interested in getting Sisterlocks and just began researching. Your video was the first video I saw; it was very informative! 😊
My install was 33 hours, over the span of 3 days. I remember literally going in at 7 going home at 7 & falling straight to sleep every night 😆
Lilli Richardson was it? Wow. How much hair did you have?
Same here!!
how much was it?
Me too. I knew it would be long. 40 hrs
I started in mid July. it took 24hrs in a span of 3days. Now I can wear a hair style, and the shrinkage is real. No regrets, I'm so happy.
Thanks for this REAL and HARD TALK, I love it because am thinking of starting sisterlocs so this is a great lesson for me, thanks
You are so welcome! Happy to help :)
My installation was two days at 5 hours each. Yes it is a commitment. My loc-tition styled my hair when it was in the scalpy weird stages. Yes lots of looks and questions. Great video 👍 I agree with everything you said and you are very beautiful ❤️
thank you 🥰
how long have you been loc'd ?
So glad I came across your channel. I just started doing my research and this video was very helpful. Thank you!
My establishment was done by three people, I didn't know that before my appointment. It wasn't a good experience. But fortunately I found a wonderful person/loctician to continue my sisterloc journey 💜.
Love this content. Thank you. I’m seriously considering getting sisterlocks and this is helping me.
I absolutely love this video, the realness is amazing. I've been thinking about getting locs, thank you so much for the info
You’re welcome ☺️. happy to help.
My install took 30 hours over 3 days... shockingly, I loved them immediately as I had a lot of hair which prevented the plucked chicken look. I was blessed!
I loved mine immediately as well. My hair is fine, so It always looked scalpy anyway 😂
Got my sisterlocks back in October, I have fine hair, high density. My loctician took 22hrs in 2days, although we'd planned for 3days. I've gone back for my 4wk retightening. My natural curl pattern is more of a wave, so I have a 4 lock pattern. Overall I love my sisterlocks from the start and loving them more each day. I've been a stylist and instructor for many years so I am somewhat familiar but still learning. I thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge.
Of course. I’m happy to share.
Help with your salonist contact
This was a very helpful video sweetie. I love the way you presented it and the intelligence you shown giving the information. Your locks are beautiful. You helped me make my choice in getting them.
Thank you 😊
& I’m happy to help !
I’m getting mine done tomorrow so glad I came across this
Happy installation day! Lol.
This is the best information I've ever received about sister locs. Very detailed and honest! Also, so many things I didn't know about the maintenance process. It definitely helped me make up my mind about ever committing to sister locs.
Installation 11/15 and 11/16 ! It was 12 hrs each day 24 hrs in total and I got micro sisterlocks. I love them sooo much. Just did my first wash and I honestly prefer my locs frizzy and messy.
You have micros? I love micros. They are so beautiful. Lucky you!
I wish! lol.
& that's a fact. I prefer my hair when it looks a little lived in. Not fresh, but not in need of a retie either. Right in between.
Thank you so much for this very helpful video! I am in the process of getting Sisterlocks and I am excited!! I have a wonderful consultant who is extremely serious about the process and wants me to really do my research before committing to this. I have been natural since 2012 and although I fully embrace my natural hair, I wanted a change which didn't include a wig! I'm excited to begin this journey. I know that it is a commitment and that I need to have patience. I look forward to the journey.. Thank you again for sharing. I've subscribed!
Thank you for watching! I'm happy to help and glad you found my video useful 💖
Thanks so much for subscribing as well! 🥰
This video is everything! Thank you. You have answered every question I had.
Glad it was helpful! You're welccme!
Thank you for all the information, it made my decision easier to make. Your hair is beautiful now can only imagine the look months from now
I'm happy you found the information useful :)
& thank you!
Love your channel. My hair is fine as well. I get my install dec5,2021. Ready!!! Thanks sis for all your videos. Truly helped.
Thank you!
Happy install day! & I hope you have a beautiful loc journey!
Thank you so much for this video!!! I currently have traditional locs and I want to transition to sisterlocks this video definitely helped!!
You're so welcome! Glad it was helpful!
My establishment was legit three days, 36 hours!!! I had 10-12 inches when I got my hair established, but it was worth it. I know I would not have liked my locs as much if they were shorter. I got my hair loc'd because I wanted length. I had went through four drastic hair cuts (two being natural big chops). I love my locs. I am 1.25 years in and I'm looking forward to them maturing. My hair is not uniform: it bunches in areas, but I've learned to embrace it. I find that it gives my hair charm.
Thanks for doing this video Sis. I already had my sisterlocks, but I believe it will help those that are considering and committing!
Same! I grew my hair out first too. I started with 10'12 inches as well. Mine took 23 hours over 2 days.
& I hope the video will help them too! 🧡
If you don’t mind me asking how much did it cost for you. I have about 9-11 inches of hair
1800
Thank you so much! Very informative and helpful! You provided some extra info to my research that I needed to know! My takeaway is the info regarding odors and hair color. I’ve been wrapping my hair in wraps for several years. I could probably stand to do a bit better with the silk wraps/pillowcases, which I had also been doing for some time, just not as consistent. I have natural hair. It's been several years or more since chemicals. I departed with products years ago as well. I remember my former stylist and I would laugh and discuss the fact that I never used anything in my hair, I would have flakes everywhere😆! My scalp has improved since then. I don't have the snowfall anymore. Thank you for adding the fact that one's hair needs to be in a healthy state! After my short research, I am looking at starting this journey (Lord says the same) at the end of this year or the beginning of next year. What are some other suggestions for preparation? Thanks again!!!
Thank u love. I just started my loc journey ❤
This video was great. I research everything to death before making a decision but right not I simply don’t have the time so this video was on point and on time. No fluff; just info and you look so cute. I’m about to watch the other videos and for sure subscribe.
I went natural with my daughter; my last perm was a year ago. I usually prefer sleek longer hair so this journey hasn’t been easy but I wanted to do it for her. I think sisterlocs will be a nice middle ground. Right now I have about 6-7 in of hair and my hair is SUPER thick. After watching this video, I think I need to wait until I have at least 10-12 in to get mine done.
Thanks again! If you could post a video depicting different styles on your hair, that would be great. It was super cute in this video!!!
Thank you. I’m glad I was helpful!
It will likely be more expensive if you wait.
And I have some styling videos. These are my two favorite styling videos:
12 easy ways to wear your sisterlocks:
czcams.com/video/c-hcN31Oeb4/video.html
Perm rod set & 7 ways to wear it:
czcams.com/video/tZrZnzD7RUU/video.html
Wow, the most informative video I have watched regarding sister locks. Great video👍🏽 thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I loved my establishment locs. My hair was not scalpy. I’m 2 months in! I love it!!!! Best decision EVER!
❤️❤️❤️ that's beautiful. I know my reply is late, so happy 4 months!
Love your sister locs! I’m debating on the journey for years! Thanks for the tips
Thank you. & no problem. I’m happy to help
What a useful video! So glad I stumbled upon this gem. thank you
Glad you found it useful ☺️
Thanks for sharing all of your tips. I’m scheduled to get mines installed in January. You are truly an angel sent to get me through to do this because I don’t have patience when it comes to not getting them install TODAy. I want them like YESTERDAY!! but the consultant is booked up until January 😞🙃🙄 but her work is amazing. So please keep bringing the videos to help me through my waiting period on getting them install. Take care and stay safe🤗
lol. I will do my best. I'm glad I could help!
Thank you so much for the suggestions with the sister locs and it's going to be my first time doing this
No problem!! Happy to help
You have been the most informative & helpful to me thus far. I got mine on 1/8 until 1/11. She finished @ 11am so 3 and 1/2 days. Getting used to no products. Had 12-15 inches & pd $1,300. Have MS & can't do my hair anymore. Needed this investment.
My goal is to be as helpful as possible. I'm happy I was able to help!
You'll adjust to no products in no time!
Sonja Walton I have MS as well and I'm in the process of doing microlocs.
Thanks a lot for your video. I first saw microlocs on a lady, but she was in a hurry and I couldn't get a lot if info about them. Thanks again. I live in mexia, can you kindly guide me on a professional please?
Thanks for this. Exactly what I needed... it’s beautiful but I’m now reconsidering.
Glad it was helpful! No matter what decision you make 😊
I finally got locked on December 22. It took 25.5 hours over two days😮 I am still shocked at how patient I was through it all. This video helped me prepare for the seat time. Also, you were correct...my locs do not look exactly like my crush's locs (YOURS😊❤), but they are very similar, so Im so happy them. I did not experience the dreaded "plucked chicken look" but it is still a process. My shrinkage and scalp issues have been REAL!
Thank you for this realistic info. Can't wait to install mine😊
No problem! I'm always happy to be helpful !
Thanks for sharing all of your tips. Your sister locks look beautiful
Thank you ☺️
Are you an educator/ teacher? There are a lot of channels with good information, but your delivery has made me a subscriber. Great job!
Thank you. & no. I’m not.
Thanks for subscribing!
Sweetie, this commentary was NECESSARY! I am planning to re-loc my daughter's hair and trying to decide which route to go. While I love this on you and others, I know this is not the avenue for my little one. Thanks! You're gorgeous, btw!
Thanks for the information. Your skin and locks are on point.
You’re welcome! Thank you so much !!!
So far I am happy with my routine and my look.
Thank you I'm trying to get me some now these things I really needed to know God Bless you my sister ❤
I starting my establishment in Feb 2021. My consultant shared this same information. I must say, the sisterlock journey and community is REAL!!! I was informed it will take 2 days to install, so that says good compared to 3 days. The consistency in sisterlock information is refreshing.
Yes. It is. Good luck on your Sisterlock journey!🥰 I know you're excited. I couldn't wait for mine to begin.
Thanks for being very detailed! Excellent!
And your hair looks gorgeous sis☺️!
Thanks boo !
YW ☺️
Just had my sister locks installed and finished on yesterday. I love them, but was not prepared for looking at my scalp. Very helpful
Lol. Yeah. That stage doesn’t last forever.
I hope you have a beautiful Sisterlocks journey 💖
@@TheRealKylaB Thank you. I am just beginning this journey looking to love it. I have a ?.. in the very beginning did you just use water only. No essential oils? I have 4c hair and day 1 they seem so dry. My consultant advise me to stay away from moisture, oils and like you said no hair products 😌
Yes. I only used water. Even in the beginning.
@@TheRealKylaB Thanks so much. You are Very Helpful:)
Best sisterlock video so far
Thank you ☺️
You are so knowledgeable. I’m in the seek and learn stage. Following!
Thank you :) Just sharing what I've learned. I know how the research stage goes. lol. Glad to have you! Thanks for following!
Hii @THEREALKYLAB this was a dope vid and very informative . I’m a male with brotherlocs and Im 1year strong so far and I plan for my locs to keep growing, my question to use is do you think it’s weird for men to do brotherlocs?
@TherealkylaB
Nope. I don’t think there’s anything weird about it.
Great videos! I just got mine this week love them. 30 hours. But so worth it.
Welcome to the club!! Lol 😊
How's the shrinkage and frizz? You're happy
You are my favorite. Thanks for your honesty
😊thank you 😊 & no problem!
Your sister locks are gorgeous!!!! I’m waiting but I’m getting them.
Thank you 💖!! & yes! Go for it when you're ready! I waited 4 years before finally committing.
Ivy Essence is my sisterlock inspiration as well. I went to college with her, but her sister who trained her is doing mine installation next week. They both remain booked and busy! Great video sis!
Thank you 😊
I have sisterlocks, and I did them myself. I have noticed that there is more information. When I started, I could not find a video showing how to start them, however, the ways that are mentioned online now, I knew had to be one of the ways. I started mine with a 3 strand knot twist that I created myself. It took me 24 hours, and as you can see in the photo, they are beautiful. During my early stages because I hated that shrinkage, I became created. I pulled them back as you see in the photo and wrapped some loose wet and wavy hair around my pony tail. Just a few strands. I am a #MasterCosmetologist, so it didn't take me long to figure it All out. I frequent online to check out the information. I made my own locking tool. I did 3, a starter, after a few months, and as they began to grow out. I now use the curve tool. Just 2 years this month and they are shoulder blade length some shrinkage, but not as much. I have my own haircare line.... DELLA'S DEWW! GROWW! A hair growth serum.. I make and sell products made from essential oils. I have seen the self lock video of sisterlocks. She locked the exact way that I do mine except I lock at the scalp out and I don't leave an opening. I close my locks completely up at the scalp, they last longer that way. I trim my locks because I don't like the puppy ear look like when they were new. As they grew out, I trimmed off any open hair at the end because I have a strong coil. I get stopped all the time and sooo many compliments. They are colored red at the moment. And yesss, the journey is real, wonderful, and I love it. I make my own shampoo and conditioner. I also have a scalp treatment. I keep hearing about lint. I have never had to deal with any abnormal issues with my locks at least nothing that I could not take care.
Nice video by the way
Firstly I’m soo glad I found your channel.I am 5 months in my lock journey.Got then installed late August just as we came out of our first lockdown in Wales (UK).I was something I had researched for 2,5years ,I was committed to do whatever it took especially in the first year,as my consultant is based in London 5 hours away.Crazy I know but I wanted then soo much and where I live in Wales there are no salons for blacks at all not 1!But a month after my installation we hit another lockdown and I retightened my hair because I wasn’t about to let my lock mat together as it was obvious my I wasn’t a candidate for a reti class.They look fine I 🤔,I’m midway doing my second reti because we are on our 3 lockdown.What was a girl supposed to do!Long story short I probably followed 5 of your 14 tips.
lol. Man, when life comes at you, it comes at you fast.
You have to do what you have to do. Covid messed up so many things.
I was supposed to get my hair done in March last year. Covid had other plans. I was able to get them done in July. Better late that never though.
How has the self retightening been going for you?
Who did you go to in London?
@@michaelako3755 I went to Jusuhairboutique x
I am actually thinking about starting the sister locks journey and found your video quite helpful.
So i started my journey 💃💃💃💃💃 i just completed a week 🤷🏾♀️
Congrats!!!!
And I’m happy my video was helpful to you!
15 hours. Originally scheduled for 2 days BUT we accomplished it in ONE DAY!!!! I was her 1st one day client ❤❤❤ (in ATL) 💪🏾😜 8in on top, 10-11 in back. You're tips were extremely helpful. THANKS SIS! Blessings to all
You’re welcome. Happy I was able to help! 💖
How much are they running for in the ATL area?
Starting at $800. But mine were A stack. Pretty much due to length...
hi what’s the place i’m wondering ik i’m a bit late
Hi! What’s the place/person you went to?
Oh yeah my locks took 23 hours! My consultant was amazing she worked to not have me come in on a 3rd day..Yours are beautiful!
Thank you 😊
how much was it?
@@destinyjade0 it was $650.00 I love them. I have pic to prove how I had hair lost and didn’t know it was that bad. I didn’t like the beginning stages. Now! My locs are fuller.
This is definitely an investment but one of the best hair investments I could have made.😌
@@exceptionalme7 how long was your hair?
Hi Kyla, love this video really helpful. Thank you
I am a newbie, not quite two weeks. Install took three days although we scheduled for four, and I loved my sisterlocks instantly. I had some length so I think that also helped. Looking forward to my journey...
Congratulations! Same! I loved mine too. I hope you have a beautiful loc journey! Make sure you take lots of pictures along the way ☺️
Great information I am planning on getting th back since I experienced what you said about having a consultant near you. I loved them but the travel was also expensive so I was forced to cut them off and now there's a consultant near me and my plan is to get th back with her.
Aww. I’m sorry you had to cut them off. I hope you have a better journey this time 🥰
I really want to get my hair sisterlocked & my hair is VERY thick. thank you for this video though, I had no clue where to start!
You're welcome! I'm happy it was useful to you!
Great video, very informational. Thanks.
This is a very good video. I have been loc’d since 2012. Everything you said is true. The only other thing I would add is when you get your install, your scalp will itch like crazy. Rose water did not work for me. I purchased Scalpicin at the drugstore and that definitely helped. I started off with about 6 inches and now my hair is about an inch away from my booty. Your hair will grow, grow, grow. I would also recommend taking your own pillow to the install because your butt is going to go numb sitting in that salon chair. Enjoy the journey.
Yes! Those are helpful tips too. Thanks for sharing them!
Thanks for the tip about scalp itch. I'm going on 2 months in. Otherwise, I love my scalp and yes the shrinkage is real. I'm just glad my hair was a nice length from the start.
Same. Lol
I know this is time consuming, but I'm ready to try sisterlocks ..Thanks for the info
Thanks so much…your channel is very informative!!! I’m starting my research into sister locks, and trying to determine if they are right for me.
You’re welcome!
Happy to help
By far the best channel I've come across after searching for and viewing waaaaay to many videos on sisterlocks....love ur breakdown n pointers the do's and don'ts and all around knowledge of sisterlocs....keep up the good work
Thank you!! 🥰
It took 20 hours (I sat in 1 setting) to get my installation. I go for my 2 week follow up this coming weekend & I’m excited. I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Greatest decision I could’ve made.
2 week follow up? Not 4 weeks?
Yes ma’am. I’m going for a follow up just for her to check my hair & wash it & to show me how to wash it in the future. The visit will be very short 30-45 minutes. Then I’ll go back 4-6 weeks later. We will determine that at the follow up appointment.
Lol thanks sis. I needed this as a newbie to wanting sister locks. One of my concerns is who to let start it
I am so glad that I came across your channel. My mum has been trying to convince me to get sisterlocks because I have an awful natural hair routine and this made me realize i dont have the patience or commitment for it
lol. You should consider traditional locs then. They might be better.
Yes I can’t do this natural straight hair I love locks . Locks just flows with me
Funny you mention the questions you would get. In 2018 or 2019, my sister-in-law had really tiny braids and I wondered how she would take the style down once she was ready not knowing they were locs. I didn't ask, it can come off as rude and in another person's business about their hair. Last year I learned what they actually were lol.
😅 They're new to me.
You are super adorable! I just started watching your journey and I will be be getting Sisterlocks soon. November or December. Thank you for the videos.
Thank you 🥰
Will you be posting your sisterlocks journey as well?
@@TheRealKylaB I wasn't planning on it... then again... at my age, why not!?!
Thanks for the great information in this video!
I appreciate the honesty.
I try to be as transparent as possible with my journey on YT
Hi there, even that much info is very helpful. Thank you
Thank you! Very informative!!
I'm so glad I found your channel. Thin ends and length of your hair is similar and my sisterloc anniversary is 9/27/20. Definitely will look to your videos for a community of knowledge and guidance. Learning so much. ❤
Sidenote, those lashes are poppin! What lashes and mascara did you use?
Happy to help boo 💖
My lashes are from Lilly Lashes. They’re called Syndney. ( I believe. )
@TheRealKylaB I love your locs. In this video they are so beautiful. I haven't watched the other videos yet😊
My hair took 3 days. I loved them afterward too. I didn't care about the thinness look. I'm so glad I chose to transition.
This was so informative.
Great video, straight to the point and great info
Thank you !
@@TheRealKylaB you actually saved me money and potentially from a huge mistake with this video so thank you
Happy to help! 🥰
Thanks so much for the video sister. Much love from Zambia ❤️
❤️❤️❤️❤️
My install is tomorrow and I am so damn excited!!! Nervous as heck tho cause my edges are shady. My consultant said they would fill in but I’m still self conscious.
N. Holley don’t be. I have a bald spot on the right side of my edges. It’s not obvious like I thought it would be.
N. Holley happy establishment day!!!!!
@BRENETTA MADISON BEAUTY heyyy! I am one month in! Going pretty good! Had one retie and wash. They are thickening up!! The ends are curling as well. Not doing much in terms of styling but my edges are growing in. Slowly but I’m definitely seeing progress!
Thank you! You are Well spoken young lady.
You're welcome. & thank you :)
Thank you so much for sharing your experience... I don't have the patience.. I have fine hair and don't want to comb my hair often.. I have been natural for many years...Now I realize I'm not a candidate.. back to twisting my hair every few 6-8 weeks...lol...
You're welcome :). I'm always happy to help!
Thank you for this very informative video!
This was a great informative video
2 days about 20 hrs including breaks. My loctatian is wonderful!
How long are your re-ti's?
My reties 2 hrs & $120.00. I could never do my own. I can't wash my hair or style it anymore because of MS. My identical twin does it all for me. She nor any other family don't have MS.
Thanks so much for sharing and being honest about sister locks. I changed my mind... not for me!
You're welcome. I'm happy I was able to help you make a decision. :)
Very well done!
Thank you very much!
Your hair is so beautiful
I LOVED the "scalpy" faze; I could style them easier than when they grew long!
I liked it too. I know a lot of women don't. but I think it's cute.
U r so 100% and I love that. I think you should give life advise because people don't keep it 💯 any more. Take care and thank u
Thank you
Thanks for this. I'm super split between micro locs and sisterlocks. 😅
Thanks for this!
No problem 💖
Best informational video I have seen so far. Beautiful hair and make up too.
Please share your make up tips in yhe future 😊
Thank you, I will! 💖
Very good video, great job!
Thank you very much!
My install took about 5 hours 😅probably because two people did it for me but I really loved it in the end
Tunisia Ali and Livin divine are my loc crushes.🤫🤗🤩
I have to look up Livin Divine! Thank you !
Thank you so, so, so, so, so, so, so, sooooo much for this. I am growing my hair out after rocking shaved to the scalp haircuts for like 2 decades. This is all excellent to know. I will plan accordingly.
You’re welcome. Happy to help 🥰
me too!!!
Tunisai Ali is one of my favorites when it comes to sisterlocs.
yes. She is one of the first people I watched on CZcams
@@TheRealKylaB km y