Lock Journey, 1, 2, 3, 4.... Drop Your Knowledge!

[KnottyAuthor]

What have you learned in your different lock journeys that could help someone else?

This summer I hit 7 yrs Sisterlocked. Previously, as many on this site know, I was 6 yrs Braid-locked (06-13).
I've learned alot. But here are some highlights:

• Chill on the food products in your hair (ie. honey is ok but when combined with other products, honey can create a breeding ground for 'stuff and kill your locks, be careful...inbox for details).
• Rosewater or filtered water is better than aloe vera juice to moisturize locks.
• Less is best. Diluted shampoo, a dab of VitE and some water can bless your whole lock journey. Chill on products.
• Sisterlocks CAN be maintained DIY from day 1. I did it, experiment successful.
• Cover your hair when you can.
• My mature Sisterlocks are lighter, dont cause neck pain. My Braidlocks hurt my neck at that stage.
• My grey doesn't integrate well into my locks, all good though.
• The locking process is significantly different for different installation foundations. It's been quite a different journey
• Banding really is important for SLs during the first 2-3 months.
• I cut locks to shoulder length for first 6 yrs....now, just letting them grow down my back again. My locks fit better in my bike helmet that way.

• For me, life really is really more peaceful with locks and ....

more later.



Miss ya'll