How to care for human hair locs

Wash gently, dry completely, keep heat low, cover at night and store the hair clean and dry between installs so it lasts more than one cycle.

Human hair locs being cared for after washing in Nairobi

Washing and drying

Use a diluted sulphate-free shampoo, avoid vigorous rubbing at the joins, and rinse fully. Press out water with a towel and air dry completely before tying the hair up.

Heat and products

Moderate heat is fine occasionally; daily flat ironing is not. Use light leave-in products only — heavy butters build up inside locs and dull the hair.

Night care and storage

Satin scarf or bonnet every night. When you take the extensions down, wash them, dry them fully and store them in a breathable bag so they are ready for reuse.

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