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Oct 28

3 Best Detanglers for Taking Down Locs Without Losing All Your Length

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki, Natural Hair No Comments

You're ready for something different. Not just with your hair, but in life. The previous season is ending. Stagnation is ending. Confusion is ending. Doubt is ending. Fear is ending. Maybe your locs represented freedom, beauty, joy, and a whole new chapter when you started them. Maybe they still do. But now you can feel it. Something new is calling.…

Oct 23

3 Best Loc Retwist Gels Under $10 for Hold Without Heavy Wax

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki, Natural Hair No Comments

A retwist gel earns its place through controlled application at the new growth. It isn't a daily moisturizer, and the whole loc doesn't need to be coated just because the roots need shaping. We're shopping for enough hold to support the set, with a formula we can use sparingly and wash out on schedule and easily. And we prefer a…

Oct 17

Best Moisturizing Sprays for Locs When Oil Isn’t Keeping Them Soft

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki, Natural Hair No Comments

The locs have shine. Our hands have oil on them. Somehow, the hair still feels dry. Before adding another layer, take a real look at your daily (and nightly) routine. A bottle of oil and a water-based conditioning spray offer different things. The spray can add a lighter moisture step without asking us to spread a thick loose-hair cream over…

Oct 16

3 Best Products for Washing Starter Locs When You’re Worried About Unraveling

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki, Natural Hair No Comments

The starter locs are starting!!! The scalp is also starting to request a wash. Now you nervous lol. We understand the hesitation. After watching those little coils finally settle into something recognizable, getting them wet can feel like asking a toddler to hold a glass vase. But avoiding cleansing indefinitely does not make the beginning stage easier.

Oct 09

Best Hair Beads for Braids and Locs That Actually Fit

By Nikki Walton Natural Hair, Curly Nikki No Comments

Hair beads are having their forever moment. Whether you're decorating waist-length box braids, adding a little personality to mature locs, or giving a simple protective style some extra attention, the right beads can completely change the look.