There’s still so much we have to learn about Black hair. Whether through the pressures of assimilation or the false assumption of ease in our haircare journeys, many Black girls and women grew up with ...

Among the many popular protective styles, faux locs are a crowd favorite. Mimicking the look of traditional locs, they provide all the beauty of locs without any of the long-term commitment or ...

When it comes to a style that protects your natural hair from damage, maintains hydration, and preserves length, a protective style is your best bet. Cornrows, twists, and box braids are popular ...

I’m convinced that TikTok has been trying to persuade me to get locs for a while now. Whenever I scroll through the app, I battle the urge as I watch gorgeous women getting fresh retwists, showing off ...

When it comes to styling locs and faux locs into some of the most creative and dynamic styles you’ve ever seen, no one’s doing it better than hairstylist Sherelle Holder. Her salon, Karibbean Kinks, ...

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 ...

In a world that too often tells Black women how to exist—how to speak, how to dress, how to wear our hair—those of us who walk boldly with locs are choosing to take up space, unapologetically. Black ...

If you're looking for a protective style that'll pair well with sun-kissed skin on the beach, let us point your attention to goddess locs. As you know, protective styles are a great option for ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Full disclosure here: The best starter loc style is going to depend on your hair habits and lifestyle. ...

There are plenty of ways to help yourself advance forward when it comes to growing your locs out. This includes focusing on scalp care through massages and moisturizing, along with regular washing and ...