Microlocs are a smaller form of the traditional locs. They are started off with a small braid and continued with a braid or twist. Maintained with interlocking, over time it will transform into a small loc. They are known for their stylish look and the versatility the small locs have to offer.
Microlocs are formed in the same way as dreadlocks are except they are formed in a micro-size manner.
The twist or braid (foundation) will begin to frizz and mat together because of the texture hair being left uncombed. Because they are done in twists/braids, the foundation allows it not to be free-formed. Additionally, it is interlocked every 4-8 weeks, which doesn't allow the locs to stick together and combine but instead flourish. These techniques are used so the foundation can form a mature loc. Everyone's journey will be different because every strand of your hair is unique. So never compare yourself to another.
Microlocs with extensions are extremely similar to the standard Microlocs that are installed with natural hair. They are done with The Braid Goat seamless method using 100% Afro Kinky Human Hair added and is started off with a small braid and is either continued with a braid or a twist. It locs and grows as your natural hair and is maintained the exact same way Microlocs or Sisterlocks would with the interlocking technique. This specific style helps adds length and volume to the Microlocs style allowing women to feel more secure when growing their locs and giving them to extra love they desire.
Microlocs Stages include but are not limited to:
1. Stater/Baby stage: Initial installation. Parts are established, and a twist or braid foundation is set. (Initial Install- month 3)
2. Budding Stage: Hair began to bud and swell more; you will see frizz by this stage. (3-9 months)
3. Maturing Stage: Hair began to drop from the swelling, giving you length and allowing loc size to show. Frizzing has decreased. (9 months-1.5 years)
2. Loc'd Stage: This is when you are completely loc'd, the pattern of the braids and twist is completely gone.
(Twist Average Loc Time 1-2.5 years, Braids Average Loc Time 2-5 years)
Remember that texture, length, porosity, environment, and routine all play a part in your loc journey.
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