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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 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.

Sep 13

7 Best Shampoos for Locs and a Clean, Fresh Scalp in 2026

By Nikki Walton Natural Hair, Curly Nikki No Comments

CurlyNikki Says: My mother has low-porosity hair, while my daughter and I have high-porosity strands. Her hair THRIVES with Oyin Handmade's entire lineup, especially the lighter, water-based leave-ins. She has used them exclusively for 6 years, and her hair has gone from heat-damaged and collarbone-length when stretched to thick, healthy, and bra-strap length using their shampoo, detangling conditioner, and styling…

Feb 02

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Protective Natural Hairstyles: 21 Exquisite IG Loc Hairstyle Pics

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IG @beaut_tee_ful_ #locjourney Protective Natural Hairstyles: 21 Exquisite IG Loc Hairstyle Pics By Jacqueline Samaroo We all know Black hair is totally awesome! From its range of textures to the myriad ways in which we style it, Black hair's versatility can be truly mind-boggling at times. And, we're here to prove it! In this post, we've curated 21 truly beautiful…

Sep 21

4 Do’s & Don’ts for Maintaining Healthy Locs

By BITCHES BREW BY ERICKKA SY SAVANÉ Curly Nikki No Comments

photo via google By Locslife Whenever you start something new, you’re bound to make mistakes. However, there are some issues we can avoid with a little research. Read below to see my opinion of what NOT to do with your locs (based on either my own experience or research), and what to do instead. Continue 1. Thick Butters/Creams on Locs …