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How to Maintain Soft Locs

Soft locs are great protective hairstyles for all type 4 hair. 

However, for beautiful locs that will last you longer, you need a maintenance routine. There are many ways to maintain locs, but I have provided five effective maintenance tips that will 

Pro Tips: These maintenance tips are effective for all types of soft locs.

Washing the Scalp and Locs

Soft locs maintenance begins with a clean scalp and locs. 

Washing can be done from the second or third week of wearing soft locs. Normally during this time, the scalp has buildups from hair gels, oils and dirt. Hence it is recommended to wash the scalp to avoid clogs and irritation of the hair and promote growth. While washing, it is recommended to begin washing the scalp first before wetting the entire hair, including the locs. 

You can use your preferred shampoo and conditioner that will get the job done.

After washing, dry the hair and the locs using a towel or t-shirt.

Moisturizing 

Moisturizing locs is essential since it aids in keeping dryness away and avoiding hair breakage.  

After washing hair, apply a leave-in conditioner while stimulating your scalp to enhance blood circulation and strengthen your follicles.

A great example of leave-in conditioners for soft locs is Cantu Shea Butter Hydrating leave-in conditioner 

Retouching/Refreshing the locs

Locs can easily be retouched after three weeks if you want them to look fresh and neat. 

Retouching locs is significant because it helps to rewrap the growth of hair and tighten the locs hence making it look new. 

Pro Tip: Do not pull the hair too tight while retouching because it might lead to pain, breakage of the hair and difficulties when taking out the locs.

You will only need a bundle of passion twists, style mousse and a bottle of water and a crochet needle for the retouch.

You can also use a dry shampoo after damping the hair in water if you have a build-up that will help loosen it. 

Refer to this video for a step-by-step process of retouching locs.

Oiling the Scalp

Oiling the scalp can be done every night.

Most of the day, synthetic locs can cause irritation; hence it is advisable to apply oil every night to heal the scalp.

You can use Tea tree oil or jojoba oil to help prevent itchiness and improve overall scalp health. 

Another option is making your own DIY oil that can be used every night.

Trimming the Frizz locs

After wearing locs for three weeks, you will definitely start seeing frizz, especially if it is synthetic. 

The best way to minimize frizz on locs is by trimming pieces that are sticking out.

You can also trim the ends if there is some hair sticking out to make them look neat.

After trimming, apply a setting foam to add shine to the locs.  

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