Starter Locs Tips NEVER USE THESE PRODCUTS

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  • Опубліковано 2 гру 2020
  • In this video I will share to you all what products to not use for your locs
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  • @richardroy6490
    @richardroy6490 2 роки тому +4

    “Pathatus” 😂😂😂 thank you for the vids bro! You inspired me to start my journey again. One month in already!

  • @destinybellamy2252
    @destinybellamy2252 3 роки тому +39

    You should do a loc routine and what u do to your locs and I like the content you’re put out keep up the good work bro👍🏾

  • @vashhLOVE
    @vashhLOVE 3 роки тому +6

    Great video you’re funny 😆 started my loc journey last week and love it !!

  • @mrbadsound
    @mrbadsound 2 роки тому +13

    So happy to start again. This'll be the second time in my life going locs route but of course today i'm barely at the baby fro step.

  • @ga1327
    @ga1327 2 роки тому +108

    1. 🚫 Beeswax
    2. 🚫 Brown Gel
    3. 🚫 Heavy cream based products
    4. 🚫 Anything with chemicals you CAN’T pronounce

  • @chantastique
    @chantastique Рік тому +9

    Very informative video! Fun fact, formaldehyde was used often as an embalming chemical to preserve dead bodies

  • @shonputmon3077
    @shonputmon3077 3 роки тому +2

    since i been watching yo videos you have save my loc thx so much

  • @kinglykaon2896
    @kinglykaon2896 2 роки тому +4

    When I wanted to start my loc journey in 2012 the hairstylist decided to use ampro made my scalp and my entire head itch entirely for a few days, so I decided to comb it out, and washed it, because it was so very itchy esp when it became dry afterwards. I didn’t like it

  • @FoeSlimey
    @FoeSlimey 2 роки тому

    I’m glad I came across this before starting

  • @queennot2shy362
    @queennot2shy362 2 роки тому +16

    Yes Beeswax did nothing for my sons Loc’s that was beneficial.. A No-Go for sure 💕

  • @4eternal0ve
    @4eternal0ve Рік тому

    Thanks for the wisdom!

  • @mistdakeel6783
    @mistdakeel6783 3 роки тому +29

    I would like a video on what to do when starting locs. I've just started mine and kinda in the dark on things to do, like use product, when to know if they're locked ect... Think that would be some helpful content at least for me.

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +5

      I got you 🔒✊🏾

    • @mistdakeel6783
      @mistdakeel6783 3 роки тому +2

      Preciate ya brother, I'll be looking out for it

    • @ladygore8848
      @ladygore8848 3 роки тому +1

      Right I started mines 2-2-2021 and I'm in the dark also and I really want to keep them

  • @obiihediwa6384
    @obiihediwa6384 3 роки тому +32

    I'm only 3 months in starter semi freeforms with a sponge, I use Jamaican Mango n Lime just to moisturize so I can take longer breaks between washing n retwisting

  • @choppoel9938
    @choppoel9938 Рік тому

    that’s such an interactive way to have people click the like button that’s smart asl

  • @jayquit1709
    @jayquit1709 3 роки тому +16

    So wat can we use

  • @jay2famouz434
    @jay2famouz434 3 роки тому +8

    Mans just taught me how to hit the like button 😂👌🏾

  • @cedrictorryii3227
    @cedrictorryii3227 3 роки тому +14

    Aunt Jackies (coil locs) is actually how I started mines , my hair is so fine it took a soild 6 months to loc loc it , but ill def recommend that too bro ,

  • @jittyworld
    @jittyworld 2 роки тому +30

    I’ve used tropical roots to start my locs & every retwist as well ! 2 years strong and me and everyone else loves my hair🤣

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  2 роки тому +3

      🔒

    • @leona6579
      @leona6579 2 роки тому +10

      I just left the hair store with it so Im relieved 😂😂😂

    • @dadadbs
      @dadadbs Рік тому

      @@leona6579 Like me!!😂😂

  • @naomibrunson3369
    @naomibrunson3369 3 роки тому +7

    I'm glad I'm here I was wanting to know what to use

  • @judethaddeus9856
    @judethaddeus9856 2 роки тому +4

    Started my 3* set of locs today #Baltimore #Maryland

  • @boogie7119
    @boogie7119 2 роки тому +3

    So what’s best to use ...?

  • @Intbtoyl
    @Intbtoyl 2 роки тому +4

    I’m excited and scared about starting mine 😫

  • @dayomiadejumo4504
    @dayomiadejumo4504 Рік тому

    When I actual get the locks what do I need to put in whilst getting them done

  • @keyy1x915
    @keyy1x915 3 роки тому +5

    Yo I used wax for my dreads when I was Starting for the first time and After I watched your First Vid on What you shouldn't use after I heard what wax can cause that's way I don't use wax nomo

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      My man ✊🏾

    • @antoncoker
      @antoncoker 2 роки тому

      The locition used wax on my hair so what should I do nlw

  • @sabrinabrascomb5765
    @sabrinabrascomb5765 2 роки тому +1

    So what kind to use to start the locks

  • @davids7956
    @davids7956 3 роки тому +3

    I got some Govee Lights too, I can remember that app from anywhere lmao

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      Govee light gang 😎✊🏾

    • @mumu4L
      @mumu4L 3 роки тому

      i got them mingers💀

  • @vdjgeorgezz7674
    @vdjgeorgezz7674 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome I started my journey last week🤩🤩🤩

  • @ghosthim9865
    @ghosthim9865 2 роки тому

    What about kinks, curls&coils styling pomade ?

  • @Chillerveli
    @Chillerveli 2 роки тому

    I have The exact same hair texture and dreads doule strand as you

  • @dagimmanaye4174
    @dagimmanaye4174 3 роки тому +5

    hi vinny, would u consider make avideo about how to to lock dread faster, thank u

  • @anastasiospro2824
    @anastasiospro2824 3 роки тому +4

    hello there!Can you make a video about how can i make my dreads more "pure" without too many messy hair around? Thank you!

  • @drewinston9518
    @drewinston9518 Рік тому +3

    So what can I use???

  • @gabrielbivens3302
    @gabrielbivens3302 Рік тому

    Is Jamaican Mango & Lime Locking Firm Wax good to use?

  • @nintibey
    @nintibey 3 роки тому +9

    Thanks for this! but would Murray’s Beeswax count as being the same thing? Also I have been using Beeswax my whole life for retwisting and I’ve always had build up and plus I have dandruff all the time so what do you suggest I use for retwisting rather than the products you listed I shouldn’t use?

    • @shagyabarba8406
      @shagyabarba8406 3 роки тому +5

      Try not to use beeswax at all, used to use it frequently as well and had too much build up now I use just oil and water and it works fine. But if you want something that would hold hold you could use xtreme gel or some other gel that you know wont flake.

    • @TheRealDTV
      @TheRealDTV 2 роки тому +4

      Don’t use it!!! If I was your client I would ask you to use gel instead

  • @WheresDaBooz3
    @WheresDaBooz3 2 роки тому

    I started my locs with beeswax and I’m a week in lol when I get retwisted and switch products , can it save me ?

  • @meechiesk
    @meechiesk Рік тому

    106 days loc’d, I wanna do my own retwist today 😬

  • @thomasjefferson4487
    @thomasjefferson4487 2 роки тому

    I used bedwax for starter loc am I good never use it again ?

  • @Rock-ry1qq
    @Rock-ry1qq 2 роки тому +1

    What about Cantu loc gel

  • @kavenvester6040
    @kavenvester6040 Рік тому

    Is it good to use bees wax starting ur locs

  • @Bee10k
    @Bee10k 3 роки тому +3

    What if I got the coils or starter locs with wax ? Is that bad? I’m never gonna use it again but yea what do I do

    • @harlemcovergirl
      @harlemcovergirl Рік тому

      I wish someone had answered this question, cause I just got mine a day ago and chick used a lot of wax and pump it up ☹️ I'm just kinda stuck on what to do @ this point

  • @ryainpaige8465
    @ryainpaige8465 3 роки тому +4

    I love using mango an lime menthol with beeswax give such a nice retwist

  • @jhoward8344
    @jhoward8344 3 роки тому +30

    People asking about Jamaican mango and lime be careful, it leaves tons of residue in your locs and can cause MAJOR buildup

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +2

      🔒✊🏾

    • @Ttbeballin24
      @Ttbeballin24 3 роки тому +27

      i use mango and lime oil and it works just fine for me everyone has different types of hair so its not going work for everybody but i been using that oil ever since and i have no problem

  • @larrychinene7773
    @larrychinene7773 3 роки тому +8

    Great content but It was kinda hard to follow you with the loud music in the background.

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      thanks for watching. ill fix the music

  • @jacoastaldamiano1848
    @jacoastaldamiano1848 Рік тому +2

    I’m thinking about using “BOTANIC HEARTH Hair Gel - with Keratin Protein” do you think that be good or bad?

  • @lekaodutx8941
    @lekaodutx8941 2 роки тому

    what product i use?

  • @biziosborn3936
    @biziosborn3936 3 роки тому +1

    What product make your hair grow or help

  • @tootoodamenace8732
    @tootoodamenace8732 2 роки тому +7

    So what product should I use to hold my dreads when I get a re twist bro

  • @devinedej3418
    @devinedej3418 3 роки тому +6

    I comb coiled my starter locs with aloe vera gel water and coconut oil and they're light af

  • @clockfreak
    @clockfreak 3 роки тому

    I started w coils and used some homemade whipped shea butter w some oils, I'm a few weeks locd should I redo or something or do a detox? I don't really know but I don't wanna screw up my loc journey. Btw imma be able to wash my hair Thursday

  • @reactionpods8954
    @reactionpods8954 3 роки тому +4

    Gunther da great say use Jamaican mango and line locking gel

  • @missangelx8461
    @missangelx8461 3 роки тому +136

    Please stop calling them dread locs there’s nothing dreadful about locs they’re called LOCSSSSSS

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +39

      This is a very good topic to speak on. I will do my research and make a video about it. Thanks ✊🏾🔒

    • @missangelx8461
      @missangelx8461 3 роки тому +2

      @@VinnyMatthews thank you ❤️

    • @fortylovestyle2789
      @fortylovestyle2789 3 роки тому +112

      You can call them whatever you want. I grew up in a Rastafarian household with dreadlocs. No they weren't free-form. I still call them dreads. People need to chill on this topic. You call them locs. I call them dreads. Everybody call them what you want and keep it moving.

    • @missangelx8461
      @missangelx8461 3 роки тому +9

      @@fortylovestyle2789 i didn’t comment for a response. If you know the power of the words you use you’d be mindful of what you say... keep the dreadful dreads on your head then. And be dreadful ... they are locs do your real research... no one’s gna stop anyone from doing or saying anything... I’m not God I simply said to a UA-camr “please stop calling them dreads” do your research on languages and spells then we might be able converse till then please leave me be! Thnx

    • @fortylovestyle2789
      @fortylovestyle2789 3 роки тому +74

      @@missangelx8461 😂 you commented on a public forum. That's what happens. Chill out and have a good day. ✌🏽️

  • @KINGT45
    @KINGT45 2 роки тому

    U had restarted my dreads and I don’t use beeswax nomo. I cut them Bc they were thining I thought that was Bc I wasn’t taking care of them but hearing this make me think back to the beeswax my locs are healthy now and I didn’t understand y my old locs did what they did. I THINK IT WAS THE BEESWAX!!!

  • @woo1164
    @woo1164 2 роки тому +1

    Should you use oil in your hair at all? Does it cease the lock process?

  • @chantastique
    @chantastique Рік тому

    Pause 😂😂 I almost forgot about that. Millennials know

  • @_Ritual_Ink777_
    @_Ritual_Ink777_ 11 місяців тому

    I uded bees vax once and I regreted after years....😥 I've cutted off my dreads after 7 years because was created soo much build up in the dreads...and was impossible to remove it!

  • @karenmitchell8528
    @karenmitchell8528 Рік тому

    What their called not as important as the information he's giving. I needed to know this for my locs, dreadlocks or whatever. The out come is the same.

  • @musiqboi205
    @musiqboi205 2 роки тому

    So which should you use?

  • @Kxngrich
    @Kxngrich 3 роки тому +5

    Does anyone know what type of twist King Von Started his dreadlocks with?

    • @LilRobOffMango
      @LilRobOffMango 3 роки тому

      Freeform

    • @Kxngrich
      @Kxngrich 3 роки тому +2

      @@LilRobOffMango u fr? I thought they were twisted with gel

    • @LilRobOffMango
      @LilRobOffMango 3 роки тому

      @@Kxngrich Yeah it got twisted with gel when he first treated them but before that he had freeform

    • @Kxngrich
      @Kxngrich 3 роки тому

      @@LilRobOffMango oh ok thx

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +6

      RIP VON

  • @MsWORLDCLASS4
    @MsWORLDCLASS4 2 роки тому +2

    I'm so confused right now.I actually mix brown gel and beeswax together when I retwist.I have had my locks since 2005 and I can actually sit on my locks,Now I'm like have been doing it wrong all these years,geesh. Now I need to find something different

    • @kaykayhurricane5443
      @kaykayhurricane5443 2 роки тому +5

      If it’s been working for you all these year’s don’t change it. Different things work with different hair textures. Keep doing you sis. I started with beeswax and also use Jamaican mango products and my locs are healthy and long. ♥️

    • @MsWORLDCLASS4
      @MsWORLDCLASS4 2 роки тому

      @@kaykayhurricane5443 Thank you love.I appreciate that. I took your advice before you gave it. I tried using something different. I wasn't happy went back to what I been doing all these years. But I used the jamaican mango mixed with beeswax on my daughter's starter two strand locks. OMG when I tell you her hair looks soo beautiful, shiny and healthy. We just waiting for her to lock up. She been natural since birth now she on her way to college.So I'm excited to see how they lock up soon.

  • @d.r.e.357
    @d.r.e.357 3 роки тому +4

    Formaldehyde is what we use at the funeral home 😂😂

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +2

      Yeesh 🔒

    • @d.r.e.357
      @d.r.e.357 3 роки тому

      @@VinnyMatthews just got my starter locs been watching all your vids

    • @pxnmalsg
      @pxnmalsg 2 роки тому

      Gracias te amo

  • @briizy300
    @briizy300 3 роки тому +1

    If you use a bonnet can you give me a link please

  • @wynturs
    @wynturs 3 роки тому +2

    Can i mix black castor oil with beeswax to make the wax lighter i did that

  • @DavinchiD
    @DavinchiD 3 роки тому +4

    Well i have a question.... what does it mean when your starter locs look like cheetos i started with finger coils but now they look weird like they don’t have that spiral traditional look😓

    • @deljean
      @deljean 3 роки тому +1

      Yea thts why i started off with two strand twist be to avoid tht because of my thick new growth

  • @WhyNotBishop
    @WhyNotBishop 3 роки тому +3

    I’m screwed 🤦🏾‍♂️as I was watching the vid My mother handed my these products (not to use) is there a product I should be using first month starter Loc’s never used beeswax only certain oils and super hold Gel

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +2

      Get a detox and never use the wax again. You’ll be fine ✊🏾

  • @scarenigma
    @scarenigma 3 роки тому +11

    Beeswax is natural but it is not good for locs. It's great for waves.

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +3

      For waves really? Didn’t know that. 🔒✊🏾

    • @tatycopeland3030
      @tatycopeland3030 2 роки тому +4

      It’s not good for waves either it’s the proteins in the product that’s bad for most hair types I was a waver creams and oils are the best for waves

  • @lordskeletro
    @lordskeletro 3 роки тому +17

    If you got starters with wax you might as well cut them and start fresh lmao, not getting that sticky shit out of the locks without unraveling them

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +2

      🔒

    • @Bee10k
      @Bee10k 3 роки тому +13

      I got mines with wax Ngl I’m not starting over bro fuck that lmao I’m just never gonna use it again welp

    • @lilrysosa
      @lilrysosa 2 роки тому +1

      @@Bee10k ong😂😂

  • @wegetpaid6571
    @wegetpaid6571 3 роки тому +7

    You put mango and lime in the video pic but didnt speak about it. Can i use it for my locks or not

  • @ninaross211
    @ninaross211 Рік тому

    Beeswax TIP !!! MAKE ALOT OF SENSE

  • @gracegraceful2558
    @gracegraceful2558 2 роки тому

    my hair don't do well with protein

  • @shoota5844
    @shoota5844 3 роки тому +1

    Would you say many of your “donts” are less serious when dealing with extremely short starter locs? I’m talking literally a few Inches of hair. Playing/Twisting your own hair for example I assume it’s way less of a big deal the shorter the hair?

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      You practice the way you play. No matter how short or long. ✊🏾

  • @gabrielmarquez2289
    @gabrielmarquez2289 3 роки тому +4

    Being Mexican, my locks get super frizzy after i wash my hair so I have to crochet hook all the loose hairs every time which gets exhausting after a while. What tips might you suggest for my texture hair??

    • @Anonymous23146
      @Anonymous23146 3 роки тому +1

      Beeswax

    • @gabrielmarquez2289
      @gabrielmarquez2289 3 роки тому +2

      @@Anonymous23146 I've always heard beeswax isn't good cuz it attracts a lot of dirt and build up...

    • @Jay-bz3qd
      @Jay-bz3qd 3 роки тому

      @@gabrielmarquez2289 just do it once and never again

    • @khalybford5173
      @khalybford5173 Рік тому

      It’s not for you my boi. Simple

  • @fliaskillia4413
    @fliaskillia4413 3 роки тому +22

    People who actually use these products and got fire dreads: how dare you

  • @senyatakims6953
    @senyatakims6953 3 роки тому +4

    Im 5 days in my starter locs with two strand twists. How long will it take or how long will it take to loc and what should i do if my head near the roots is itchy

    • @Kxngrich
      @Kxngrich 3 роки тому +1

      Bro same except I started mine back in September and I’m wondering the same thing

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +2

      depending on your hair type will determine how long it'll take. I started mines with two strand and it took almost 13 months

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      spray water for moisturizer

    • @nkyahjen5625
      @nkyahjen5625 3 роки тому +1

      @@VinnyMatthews what about for finger coils, 4c hair

    • @devoywilliams3956
      @devoywilliams3956 3 роки тому +2

      spray tea tree peppermint mix

  • @kennethwoods2537
    @kennethwoods2537 3 роки тому +4

    Can you use aloe Vera gel for retwist your dreads or for starter locs. Please answer me sir

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      I haven’t used it myself personally, but I do know it’s a natural gel for locs but it may not be best For starter locs because it can cause detangling

    • @kennethwoods2537
      @kennethwoods2537 3 роки тому

      @@VinnyMatthews what about Jamaican mango and lime gel? (The black bottle)

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      @@kennethwoods2537 I used to use it but was heavy for my hair type. It may work for you depending on your type

    • @kennethwoods2537
      @kennethwoods2537 3 роки тому

      @@VinnyMatthews will it grow my dreads longer and faster. And also will it give strength during the retwist.

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому

      @@kennethwoods2537 strength yes. Growing faster is subjective

  • @garebear2499
    @garebear2499 3 роки тому +3

    Says"No type of cream"
    adds Lock Cream link in description

  • @ambukeem8121
    @ambukeem8121 3 роки тому +19

    You scared me with the mango and lime 😭😭 especially since that’s all I use

    • @mrogk6820
      @mrogk6820 3 роки тому

      I just bought the mango n lime 1 month ago I cut my hair 4 years of hair growth in December with a number 2 cz I want dreads

    • @mistdakeel6783
      @mistdakeel6783 3 роки тому

      Facts

    • @jhoward8344
      @jhoward8344 3 роки тому

      I use to use mango and lime when I had my first set and the issue is it leaves TONS of residue in your hair.

  • @yanivontress8189
    @yanivontress8189 4 місяці тому +1

    I started my locs from beeswax

  • @sabrinabrascomb5765
    @sabrinabrascomb5765 2 роки тому

    Never mind I got it

  • @yolandahall2615
    @yolandahall2615 Рік тому

    I’m stealing “Pause” 😂😂

  • @vincentsullivan9120
    @vincentsullivan9120 3 роки тому +1

    🔒🔐🔒

  • @UgochiNriaka
    @UgochiNriaka 3 роки тому +1

    the amount of reside left in my hair after mango and lime??? smh

    • @VinnyMatthews
      @VinnyMatthews  3 роки тому +1

      🔒 I know

    • @UgochiNriaka
      @UgochiNriaka 3 роки тому

      @@VinnyMatthews right??? it smell good though. too bad.

  • @762god3
    @762god3 2 роки тому

    pause 😂😂

  • @chocolate9726
    @chocolate9726 2 роки тому +1

    Brown gel gets flakey

  • @sidneyblack1036
    @sidneyblack1036 Рік тому

    Make the music even louder next time

  • @shonuff7612
    @shonuff7612 Рік тому

    Is he playing for dramatic effect with not being able to read the ingredients?

  • @therealistt2.22
    @therealistt2.22 3 роки тому

    Jamaican mango is so nasty when you wash it, it’s like yuck build up in your hair

  • @Sumthinsumthin252
    @Sumthinsumthin252 3 роки тому +5

    If you didn’t take or pass a chemistry class, just say that 🥴

  • @yolandahall2615
    @yolandahall2615 Рік тому

    We literally just threw out the bees wax crap that I started my sons and was using for his first two years but now I’m starting mine and will not be using!!

  • @professionalrawdogger161
    @professionalrawdogger161 8 місяців тому

    Starting over again 😭

  • @yummysauce
    @yummysauce 3 роки тому

    Idk why I’m watching this video when I have Asian hair and I’m Hispanic

  • @mattiasnilsson6664
    @mattiasnilsson6664 3 роки тому +6

    If it can't be pronounced it shouldn't go into your hair :)

  • @loonzroom
    @loonzroom Рік тому +1

    this dude cant hold a conversation…