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Oma’s Microlocs Journey and More!
Sharing my microlocs love, personal updates, favorite products, and all the inspiration you need for your microlocs journey.
My 2 Year Microlocs Update: What I’ve Learned, My Routine, and Why This Journey Feels So Peaceful
Two years into my microlocs journey, I’m sharing what has changed the most since year one. From thicker locs and more volume to my self-retie routine, lint lessons, and maintenance habits, here’s an honest update on how my microlocs are evolving.
My 1.5 Year Microlocs Update
After 6 months, I’m back with another update, reflecting on my 1.5-year microlocs journey which included navigating a tough loctician experience, embracing self-maintenance, and celebrating healthy hair growth. In this update, I share the ups and downs in my journey over the last few months and how I’ve been continuing to care for my locs.
What I Learned During My Microlocs Consultation
Before getting my microlocs installed in Lagos, Nigeria at EniBraids, I had a virtual consultation. It was comprehensive and covered everything from the basics of what microlocs are to what techniques are best suited for what hair texture and how to maintain the hair. Here’s everything I learned during my consultation.
My First Retightening & Meeting My Loctician
I recently had my first retightening (or retie) after four weeks with my microlocs and I was surprised by how pleasant my experience was. Here’s everything you need to know about my loctician, how I prepped for my retie, and what I learned during the process.
How I Prepped For Getting My Microlocs Installed
I thought about getting microlocs for years before getting them installed and finally made a decision in December 2023. Here’s everything I did to prep for installation day, from finding locticians to getting my hair ready.