We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Down to make the switch to locs? Here’s what you need to keep in mind: 1. If you opt for faux locs, use ...

1. Wash your locs beforehand—this helps get rid of any buildup, so you can start out with a fresh and clean foundation. After your locs are shampooed and conditioned, moisturize with an oil to keep ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. 2. Throw your hair into a high ponytail. Like, an Ariana Grande-level high ponytail. You can secure ...

Whether you're natural or not, there are so many reason to rock a protective style during the summer. Beyond shielding your hair from the harsh sun, styles like braids, twists, or faux locs can reduce ...

Black-Owned Start-up, Zigleys, is on a mission to illuminate traditional black hair styles with the upcoming launch of their 18-karat-gold hair jewelry collection for locs, braids and twists. NEW YORK ...

There are a few ways to keep hair healthy and strong, but as the name suggests, a protective style shields hair from damage, ...

Like many Black women, I grew up wearing protective styles to give my natural or processed hair a break. When I was young, I was devoted to braids — cornrows and box braids in particular. As an adult, ...

Butterfly locs are the most recent edition of faux loc protective styles. The '90s-inspired, low-tension hairstyle uses water wave braiding hair to achieve a more carefree and textured version of the ...

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No one styles locs quite like Halle Bailey. Take a look at her most stunning hairstyles that serve endless loc inspiration. Halle Bailey has been locked since childhood, and through the years, her ...