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Styling must-nots that will leave locs fragile — real quick
The New Year means kickin’ old habits, right? Well, that also applies to our everyday hair routines. Loc wearers have more styling options now than ever, but one must remember they too need a break from bobby pins and extravagant buns once in a while.
Like most things: Moderation is mandatory. If you want to maintain healthy, flowing locs, avoid too much of these five hairstyling habits, which can leave strands flimsy and weak:
Too muchMaintenance Measure: Loosen up ponytails so your roots aren’t strained, and restrict high buns for special occasions if possible.
Too muchMaintenance Measure: Secure hair with a favorite throwback — ’90s scrunchies. These babies are forgiving and allow room for hair to breathe. Plus, they come in funky colors and designs at your local beauty supply store.
Too muchMaintenance Measure: Research highly-skilled colour specialists who can guide you through the colour change. In addition to creating a talk-of-the-town loc look, you equally want to reduce harm to your head, including irritation, brittleness and unwarranted hair repair costs.
Too muchMaintenance Measure: Have patience. New growth isn’t a bad thing. Personally, I like the build up of nappy happy hair, which temporarily changes your appearance and allows for locs to have a strong foundation before relocking.
Too muchMaintenance Measure: Minimize these hair adornments to formal-event hairstyles. YouTube ways to style locs using individual loc strands instead of solely relying on accessories. Also, consult with a seasoned loctician to offer functional, do-it-yourself hairdos.
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