Should You Be Interlocking Your Locs? | Pro-tips from Loctician

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  • Опубліковано 28 січ 2022
  • So many clients ask me about interlocking in our consultations and many of them want to try it for all of the wrong reasons. There is so much conflicting information on here about interlocking that I wanted to settle it once and for all. Interlocking is not for everyone! The main types of locs that use interlocking are microlocs and sisterlocs.
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  • @Playtoi602
    @Playtoi602 2 роки тому +30

    @ courtney grayton, is there a video on starting locs with interlocking and two strand twist ?

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому +7

      Here’s one: “Braid Locs, Interlocks, Instant Locs, and Loc Extensions”
      ua-cam.com/video/OnTvL0KnUJ0/v-deo.html

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому +1

      + “Starter Locs: Twists Vs. Coils”
      ua-cam.com/video/o1JKQ6H8P2E/v-deo.html

    • @Playtoi602
      @Playtoi602 2 роки тому +3

      @@CourtneyGrayton I watched this one. I started like 4 years ago with coils and my hair is curly as crap and I just didn't like them. So I ended up combing them out. I started my sons immediately interlocking cuz we honestly had no idea what we were doing lol but I love them like that.

    • @nicoleg1224
      @nicoleg1224 2 роки тому

      @@CourtneyGrayton lol lol lol p poo you pop pop I’ll llujluklh I’ll lo

    • @lisawelch5584
      @lisawelch5584 Рік тому +1

      Great video! Thanks!

  • @basicallymid
    @basicallymid 2 роки тому +394

    I cycled to work twice a week and did gym classes twice a week. My palm rolling was NOT staying LOL. My loctician recommended interlocking....after that first tightening I was sold. It was just better for my lifestyle. The knowledge of the loctician is really important...they can make or break your experience.

    • @mandown5599
      @mandown5599 Рік тому +2

      should i only interlocking once

    • @Lequay
      @Lequay Рік тому +13

      facts because there’s locticians out here stating that nobody should interlock and that it damages your hair 🤷🏾‍♀️

    • @so_soya
      @so_soya Рік тому +4

      @@Lequay it does damage your hair. I opted for interlock for the same reason 5yrs later I can see the damage. I have reverted back to palm roll and my roots are flourishing.

    • @beingdijah
      @beingdijah Рік тому +6

      @@so_soyaI started my instant locs yesterday and I’ve been doing loads of research for about a year. Interlocking is better for my lifestyle too but in order for my hair to really flourish, my loctician advised palm rolling. Still thinking about how I’d adjust

    • @so_soya
      @so_soya Рік тому +1

      @@beingdijahinterlocking worked best for me to but if you want to prioritise Healthy thick locks palm rolling by far superior. Nice enjoy your lock journey. I’m cutting mines off this week 🥰 time for a change.

  • @Yaya-cl3tu
    @Yaya-cl3tu Рік тому +215

    Highly informative video. Thank you!
    I've been locked for 12 years and have always palm rolled. Recently, I went to a new stylist, and I am convinced that she interlocked my hair. While she was doing my hair, I was not facing a mirror, but felt a consistent pull while she was doing each lock. I didn't think anything of it; I just assumed she was heavy-handed. I didn't consider that she had interlocked it until weeks later when I noticed how well my hair was lasting. When I washed it about a month later, I noticed that it was still "very tight" post shampoo, which is very unusual for my fuzzy hair. If she did interlock it, I'm grateful, because I find it much easier to manage and it's less fuzzy than usual. I just think it's strange that she would interlock it without asking me, lol.

    • @opheliaalexa963
      @opheliaalexa963 Рік тому +2

      Whattttttttttt

    • @krazeekreationz2363
      @krazeekreationz2363 Рік тому +11

      Exactly why would she do that without your permission 💜🛼💜🛼

    • @COG4L
      @COG4L 10 місяців тому +7

      ok but did you ask her?

    • @krc0607
      @krc0607 5 місяців тому +4

      And you didn’t feel she was doing something different the whole time?? And you washed it a month later? A whole month!!!!

    • @hxnchodiors8412
      @hxnchodiors8412 4 місяці тому +5

      I wouldn’t know whether to feel grateful or feel some typa way…or maybe both. 😂

  • @tanishastith7415
    @tanishastith7415 7 місяців тому +30

    I've been palm rolling for 16yrs and recently tried interlocking in March. I love the freedom of washing and styling and just going. I do my hair every 3 to 4 months

  • @charmelevans6512
    @charmelevans6512 9 місяців тому +27

    Courtney! First, let me say, I've very rarely make a comment on videos, but with you I just had too. I am so glad that there are still Loctician's like you out there. As a license cosmetologist/ Loctician myself I'm so glad to see someone else on the same page! whoo Chile!! It's so few for us out there!! I so appreciate your viewpoint on interlocking and care of the scalp and hair. I just loved your reflective perspective professionally and personally, I definitely do the same. I do have Locs (9 yrs).and never hesitate to share my personal journeys with my clients good bad and ugly. I appreciate you Queen! Keep pushing forward and much success to you and your business. I love to help others with their hair and or loc journey and I'm glad to see that you do too. Great video!

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  9 місяців тому +8

      This means so much to me!! Thank you so much for seeing me and acknowledging the work I've put in to give the truth to people! We're definitely few and far between, unfortunately, but glad to see there are some of us who really care. thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!! Much love to you

  • @elaineleslie3006
    @elaineleslie3006 Рік тому +18

    The title is spot on....interlocking is not suitable for all hair types. Most locticians interlock too tight ..locs should have a spongy feel to it...not tight and thin like a rope. For my hair palm rolling is gentler

  • @Catfarq11
    @Catfarq11 2 роки тому +119

    This video was SPOT ON! I started my locs 6 months ago with two strand twists and have been maintaining them using the interlock method. I recently noticed a lot of short hairs around my locs and decided to visit to a new locitian who confirmed my fears--I had breakage!!! This new loctician told me that I was getting my hair interlocked too often (the previous locitian advised me to come in every 4-5 weeks since my hair was in the starter loc phase). She (the new loctician) explained that I could get my hair palm rolled to allow the broken hairs to grow in and that I could switch between the two methods , very similar to what you explained in the video.
    Needless to say I’m very happy I followed my instinct and went to a new loctician. Now that I have experience with both methods, I’ve decided that I will stick to palm rolling moving forward. I’ve noticed that interlocked locs are very much compact and on the thinner side, I prefer the more cylinder, thicker look of palm rolled locs. It’s all a learning experience but advise to anyone on the loc journey to (1) ask questions, (2) do your research & (3) pay attention to your hair! Luckily for me I noticed the breakage from early on and made the necessary adjustments.
    Thank you for sharing this knowledge as well! I just subscribed 😊

    • @mariawright5139
      @mariawright5139 Рік тому +3

      Thank you for sharing but I'm told that palm roll doesn't last for long as interlock.

    • @praises2
      @praises2 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@mariawright5139 True! it doesn't

  • @mar9087.
    @mar9087. Рік тому +30

    Great information. Been interlocking for 7yrs by myself, every 5 months I interlock, have no problem.

    • @Penelope416
      @Penelope416 Рік тому +6

      Do you only interlock or do you ever alternate between interlocking and palm-rolling?

    • @stephanieb.4973
      @stephanieb.4973 3 місяці тому +1

      Me also! I have had my sisterlocks for 7 years with no issues.

    • @fayewren5865
      @fayewren5865 Місяць тому

      I have locs and I go to my stylist every 4-5 months and find out that she did interlocks a few weeks ago and didn't tell me until I found out from someone else. Which I didn't know anything about locs and still don't know. And I have never put any type of oil or moisturizer on it until about 3 weeks ago and I only moisturize it every Monday now. I had the 2 string twist and converted them into locs. And I think that was in 2021. But I am glad that I did and love it.

  • @carljohnson2838
    @carljohnson2838 2 роки тому +10

    I just keep pausing one video to jump to another and then finishing the last as I understand more! This is Loc School

  • @brixay
    @brixay 2 роки тому +100

    I started my own locs with two strand twists. I went to a loctition the first few months to interlock them for me. After 4 times and paying $150 a pop, I decided to maintain them myself. I haven’t had any issues. My locs are healthy and flourishing. Interlocking works for me since I work out often and sweat a lot. I do moisturize my hair daily with rose water and use my own mixture of essential oils.

    • @moham3dd
      @moham3dd Рік тому +1

      what oils do you use?

    • @brixay
      @brixay Рік тому +11

      @@moham3dd , I use a mixture of jojoba, coconut, argon, grape seed and olive oils.

    • @realgoodenergy5223
      @realgoodenergy5223 Рік тому

      Have you experienced any thinning in your locs, this is my worst fear with interlocking my hair😬😬😬

    • @brixay
      @brixay Рік тому +7

      @@realgoodenergy5223, no I haven’t. My locs are flourishing. June will make 2 years. As long as you take your time and don’t retie them too tightly you shouldn’t have any issues.

    • @brixay
      @brixay Рік тому +2

      @@moham3dd, I make my own mixture. Jojoba, coconut, Argan and grape seed oils.

  • @lovelyshermane8814
    @lovelyshermane8814 11 місяців тому +3

    I really appreciate this content. Open honest, and real is what we need more of.

  • @keiranarthur3976
    @keiranarthur3976 Рік тому +3

    Best info I’ve ever got from locs, interlocks especially, thank you so much
    Keiran🙏🏾❤️

  • @MyFanYouTubeChannel
    @MyFanYouTubeChannel 3 місяці тому +4

    Thanks so much for this valuable information! I always wanted locs, but hated the “scalpy” look I often saw. I now realize that comes from interlocking. My hair is also too fragile for interlocking. I actually love the frizzy look. Your videos are really helping me with my research and decisions. Going to follow you on Instagram. Thank you!

    • @Brinaweenahwoo
      @Brinaweenahwoo Місяць тому +1

      I'm so happy to see your comment. I thought I was the only one who didn't like the scalpy/perfect loc look. I just started my locs with 2 strand twists yesterday. I plan to palm roll maybe 2x per year. I'm definitely going to try to do semi freeform. 😊

  • @lakimberlyr
    @lakimberlyr 2 роки тому +24

    I am getting ready to start my loc journey and was wondering about this and am so glad I came across this as I was very concern about this. Thanks for the knowledge!

  • @chantastique
    @chantastique Рік тому +2

    Lol Courtney that end blooper was too darn cute ;) you are a blessing, thank you for the information.

  • @abusedbyher
    @abusedbyher Рік тому +1

    I'm SO HERE for the end of this video!!! 🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 LOVE your energy, radiance and beauty!! 🥰😍

  • @antonemontgomery6961
    @antonemontgomery6961 Рік тому +11

    Great information on interlocking! I’ve started recommending crochet maintentence over interlocking for 99% of my clients that have issues with frizz. Crochet doesn’t thin out the locs or make them skinny. Controls frizz, lasts months. Best of both worlds.

    • @zensualist
      @zensualist Рік тому +1

      Thank you for this comment! The idea of looping my locs through when my scalp is sensitive was throwing me off, even though palm rolling doesn't quite fit with my lifestyle. Would you say it's safe to crochet on mircolocs?

  • @daphenebaines4702
    @daphenebaines4702 Рік тому +15

    This is probably THE BEST video I've every seen on interlocking! So helpful to hear that you can do both. My scalp gets terrible every once in a while so the thought of only palm rolling sucks...but I don't want my locs stupid thin. Thank you for this.

    • @sonnasmith8253
      @sonnasmith8253 11 місяців тому

      Twist the roots only not the entire shaft of the loc

  • @juanitasealey5451
    @juanitasealey5451 2 роки тому +48

    This is such great knowledge. My stylist is interlocking my hair without offering healthy hair information. I am in love with my locs now that I have found you. You are saving my journey. I am grateful for you! The outro was it!

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you so much for supporting! So glad I could restore your faith in your loc journey!! 🙏🏾♥️

    • @blessings5110
      @blessings5110 Рік тому

      I did interloc and had so much breakage I just could not continue with it.

  • @LatoshiaNelson
    @LatoshiaNelson 13 днів тому

    Thank you for this video. I just combed out my locs of 13 yrs and will start a new journey at some point. I heard about interlocking and I appreciate your educational video so I can make an informed decision.

  • @angeledamfine
    @angeledamfine 2 роки тому +10

    Keeping it so real! Thank you!!! You helped a lot- I’m about to start my loc journey! Pray for me 🙏🏾

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому +2

      It’s my pleasure! Good luck to you on the journey!

  • @colettereed1472
    @colettereed1472 2 роки тому +1

    Wow. Thank you so very much for your candor, expertise and honesty.

  • @toyinolubiyi3039
    @toyinolubiyi3039 Рік тому +3

    You are so down to earth, and knowledgeable❤

  • @SoloSuzie
    @SoloSuzie Рік тому +4

    Thank you for for video ..I just recently interlocked my hair due to being pregnant. I have a 4c hair type and this video was very informative.. I'll definitely be palm rolling after my locs grow out more .

  • @ZAnni
    @ZAnni 11 місяців тому +1

    Ideally i was looking for a quick demo of how to start and keep locs, but i appreciate your explanations. This was worth watching every minute, thanks. Obvi not for white hair, but all this makes sense for my bro and is helpful ty❤

  • @kimledwards5795
    @kimledwards5795 5 місяців тому

    Great video. You talked about what I have been thinking for a while. Thank you since I have been interlocking for almost 2years I will try the palm rolling method when it's time.

  • @Mllascelles1
    @Mllascelles1 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this detailed information. This was thorough and honest.

  • @ktstudevent
    @ktstudevent 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this! Now I understand. You’re awesome!

  • @I.C247
    @I.C247 7 місяців тому +3

    Wow Court, i know this video is a little old but i really needed to hear this and appreciate your honesty and support ❤️❤️

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  7 місяців тому

      So happy that it helped you!! 🫶🏾♥️

  • @wildthang9355
    @wildthang9355 7 місяців тому

    You have really gorgeous features and a great aesthetic. Love that tattoo placement too! Thanks for the info ❤

  • @ameshagreaves2002
    @ameshagreaves2002 Рік тому +2

    This was very informative, and just what I needed. Thank you 😊

  • @mariawright5139
    @mariawright5139 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing this hair care tutorial on interlocking. For my hair I am using Shea Moisture strengthen and restore smoothie for my locks. I have started this journey in March of this year. I keep mine for 8 to 10 weeks before going to the loctician.

  • @nesia_b421
    @nesia_b421 Рік тому +1

    Great advice. I'm planning on interlocking my hair very soon.

  • @melodymonteiro
    @melodymonteiro Рік тому +16

    Thanks for this video. I started my locs in Dec 2021 with two-strand twists. My original loctician took a break so i had to go somewhere else. After a little research i decided to interlock on my second retwist and initially loved it cause I could wash and didn't have to worry about doing anything extra. I went back to my original location for a retwist and she said the interlocking caused my hair to grow tangled and there were some spots where my hair broke off. Also, many stands of hair were just loose and not attracted to anything. She palm rolled to not cause further damage and said it woukd also keep my grays somewhat growing with the loc. I like the ease of care with interlocking. I was very frustrated after my hair appointment cause I hate retwisting myself after every other wash. I may alternate or just interlock 1-2 times a year.
    I really appreciate the guidance.

  • @prayslaypray8750
    @prayslaypray8750 22 дні тому

    im so excited about your loc journey

  • @CoMuff1
    @CoMuff1 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for this. You answered all the questions I had. I just wanted to interlock for the month of may because I have multiple events to attend expanding from the first week of may to the last week & i refuse to twist my hair more than once a month.

  • @jakidove8340
    @jakidove8340 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for this video and it’s content! Wish I had known this info before I started interlocking my 10 years locs about 4 years ago. I loved the convenience of it raising 4 kids and getting lazy with my own hair while keeping theirs healthy but never made the connection with the thinning from the root and loc. This was my second set of locs ( the first set were thick for 20 years which I maintained on my own by palm rolling) I know age may contribute some but not to this extent. I’m free styling now and serious about my moisturizing like I used to be hoping to get my thickness back. If no recovery in a year I will cut my below waist locs off
    Continued blessings 🌸

    • @emmoh2928
      @emmoh2928 Рік тому

      Don’t they get thinner as they grow longer?

  • @tlewis5466
    @tlewis5466 11 місяців тому +2

    This video was exactly what I needed!

  • @winterjefferson4789
    @winterjefferson4789 Рік тому +1

    I so love this video u answered all my questions. Thanks queen!

  • @fatimamanneh9432
    @fatimamanneh9432 2 роки тому +23

    I agree have to keep up with moisture when interlocking I been interlocking my small braidlocs for 3 years without any problems I oil my scalp 3 to 4 times a week I shampoo & condition every week yes I use conditioner on my locs they need moisture all the time plus I drink plenty of water everyday i also take vitamin D3 everyday plus a multivitamin I drink fruit smoothie everyday have to keep up on moisture with locs if you want them to be healthy

    • @bettyeames6812
      @bettyeames6812 2 роки тому +3

      Fatima Manneh I am glad to hear that 3 years in you are still hydrating your scalp and locs and oiling your scalp throughout the week. I’m only 3 months in and that is my routine too. It seems some YT channels have a problem with this type of routine and they caution about using too much water and too much oil. I think this journey is a matter of finding what works for your hair and doing that. I’m a newbie and have had no issues with lint or product buildup or breakage. Courtney has been a source of good information for me. I’m loving the freedom locs give me and interlocking is part of that freedom for me. I have tried re twisting but even tied under a scarf and bonnet my retwists came undone. I think it’s too much tension to keep re twisting the same loc week after week so I interlock.

  • @allthingsmireille
    @allthingsmireille Місяць тому

    GIRL!!! We must be spirit sisters because wow!!! Finally a hair stylist who truly care for her clients, speak the truth and give the right advice regarding everyone’s hair types. I LOVE YOU 💕
    New subscriber here and looking to your future posts.

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  Місяць тому +1

      🥹🫶🏾 hey sister!! Glad you found me. I love you too!! Thanks for joining my tribe here. Looking forward to providing more tips for you!

    • @allthingsmireille
      @allthingsmireille 28 днів тому

      @@CourtneyGrayton I am here for it. May God continue blessing you abundantly 🙏🏽♥️.

  • @musicloveryehs
    @musicloveryehs 29 днів тому

    The outro 🙌🏾... keep celebrating you! Great video 💚

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  29 днів тому

      Thank you for pointing that out! I went back to watch and it was a great reminder to do just that. ♥️

  • @xxLoveAnaisxx
    @xxLoveAnaisxx 8 місяців тому +2

    I started my locs with two strand twists and have been interlocking them myself over the last couple years. I mostly like it. I can’t imagine how long it would have taken/would take my hair to lock with coils. I only do my hair maybe 4x a year. Thanks for making this video. Maybe I’ll try switching it up here and there and coil in between.

  • @ThatTalkinGal
    @ThatTalkinGal Рік тому +1

    Thank you for answering my question..I am palm rolled ..but I will go back and forth a few times a year...

  • @mfonstirratt8847
    @mfonstirratt8847 2 роки тому +3

    thank you for this thinking about getting micro loc next week

  • @caramelthundaa
    @caramelthundaa 2 роки тому +14

    i only interlocked the ones that would unravel & im now at 6 months and they are flourishing & they’re not coming loose🥰

  • @Charlene-iy9xg
    @Charlene-iy9xg 10 місяців тому

    My loctician is the best! Searching if going to try interlocking

  • @sarahtonen4873
    @sarahtonen4873 11 місяців тому

    i started my locs freeform and after 4 years got maintained by a friend who did interlocking. i always disliked the way my hair and scalp looked after maintenance, and did not like the tightness of the locs after she worked on them. because my dreads were completely freeform for many years I was ignorant to the various methods available and wish I had never had them interlocked. I am currently looking for a new loctician so I can try to move on from what had already occurred with my hair. thank you for your unbiased description of how and why we use the different techniques.

  • @eaglez_eye_view2924
    @eaglez_eye_view2924 Рік тому

    Well spoken and thorough, thank you 😊

  • @eatingsoul-ly2598
    @eatingsoul-ly2598 Рік тому

    Thanks Courtney you came across as very real.

  • @justin123125
    @justin123125 6 місяців тому

    Thank you. Very informative. Thank you. I do have fine
    Locs so this was very helpful. Thank you

  • @mikisboys
    @mikisboys 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you this is great 😊information. I’m on my 5 month journey.

  • @BriannaTshelle
    @BriannaTshelle Рік тому +4

    I’m going to start interlocking my nape only because my palm roll doesn’t last on that row. Thank you for all this info 💕

  • @shereicecunningham6504
    @shereicecunningham6504 2 роки тому +2

    Great Information! Glad I found your channel!

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому

      My pleasure! So much more to come 🙏🏾💓

  • @zeetomas4039
    @zeetomas4039 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the much needed information.

  • @Sleepybunnies2981
    @Sleepybunnies2981 Рік тому

    Thank you for this I’m trying to learn how to do my own locs so thank you for this very much ❤

  • @LifeWithLyvonne
    @LifeWithLyvonne 2 роки тому +3

    More content from my fave loctician okurrrrr 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @MainframeCobol
    @MainframeCobol 9 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for the information on interlocking. I saw a loctician yesterday and that's what she wanted to do to my hair with no explanation. I didnt have a choice in it. Not today not ever...I have 3b hair.

  • @Soul.Is.Willing
    @Soul.Is.Willing Рік тому

    I like her. Very informative. My single loc is thinning through interlock. Need to change up.

    • @Soul.Is.Willing
      @Soul.Is.Willing Рік тому

      ....also I heard interlocking is not true dreads because u can take them out, even after years of interlocking.

  • @DragonBellyTravels
    @DragonBellyTravels Місяць тому

    LOVE the education of our culture and, this channel GIVES; new subbie! 🎯💫💯

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks for subbing and for the kind words! 🥰

  • @RudyLimpki
    @RudyLimpki 2 роки тому +11

    I wish I could find a loctician that would explain things to me. I go to a salon dedicated strictly to doing locs…it’s been 6 months and no one ever explains anything. I have soft 3c hair & I really was looking for a lot more information. Thank you for this video!!!

    • @smokehashxuriahjahvid
      @smokehashxuriahjahvid Рік тому

      If you have soft hair crochet them in with a small crochet needle works great with soft hair mines like 1c and 2a texture I had to crochet them. Also cause I have to wash my scalp I can't do months of no washing and tons of products ... With crochet locs I can wash my head all the time

    • @kittielala
      @kittielala 23 дні тому

      Agreed ‼️

  • @dlawnawoolfolk3492
    @dlawnawoolfolk3492 2 роки тому +2

    I got permanent loc extensions last November & boy oh boy I’ve been struggling. My extensions keep falling out & my retwist do not last. I don’t wash my own hair, I don’t use cream base conditioners or moisturizers ( I don’t condition my hair at all bc she said not to bc my hair is supposed to be a little hard) & might oil my scalp once a week. The amount of hair that’s come out of locs is ridiculous. The locs by My nape & by my ears are super thin at the root. I’ve actually combined some hairs on my own to strengthen the loc & root. I’m glad I found this video bc I’m taking control of maintaining my own locs from now on & I think interlocking will be my best bet.

    • @stephanieoctavius
      @stephanieoctavius 2 роки тому +1

      I’m going through the same thing. What’s worse is that I dyed six my locs so it makes it hard for my hairstylist to repair. I prefer interlocking because my hair can grow and stay neat until my next session

  • @rasheedahfinch1440
    @rasheedahfinch1440 Місяць тому

    This was the most informative video I've seen so far, that you, sis! Def following you on Instagram immediately!

  • @lureneconkey7519
    @lureneconkey7519 2 роки тому +5

    Several months ago I began twisting, i.e., palm rolling in the new growth that grows outside the loc, the sew in that part of the loc. As the new growth locs in, the thread can later be removed. I use to have my hair interlocked, but as you said, those locs are slimmer. Therefore, I stopped interlocking.

    • @cjbleedem3748
      @cjbleedem3748 10 місяців тому

      how long were you interlocked for

  • @realmsjtv
    @realmsjtv 3 місяці тому

    I appreciate your video. I have medium sized locs and recently decided to add one more small loc near my edges (too much hair to lay lol). This is probably my third attempt starting it with a two strand twist due to it unraveling during wash day. 🤦🏽‍♀️ I will try the interlocking method for this loc along with palm rolling as it matures.

  • @loxstar81
    @loxstar81 Рік тому +1

    Great informative video! Thank you Courtney!

  • @quirkyblackgirlshow
    @quirkyblackgirlshow Рік тому +3

    I’ve made the decision to maintain my starter locs (myself) with interlocking and this was very helpful.

  • @cosmicwitch1605
    @cosmicwitch1605 2 роки тому

    I thought about interlocking method but I don't want to but I do love the sister loc look . I sweat in my Head the most

  • @fcusncherry6413
    @fcusncherry6413 10 місяців тому +7

    I’ve only been two months into my loc journey and I’m currently even training with an instructor on how to become a professional Loctician and ever since I started my loc journey I fell in love with interlocking, it works best for me and I love how it makes my locs look, I notice online that a lot of people really dislike the interlocking method which is understandable cause at the end of the day it doesn’t work for everyone but I really appreciate the comments here talking about the positive sides of interlocking. It helps me realize that I’m not the only person who prefers the interlocking method which is quite refreshing honestly.

    • @sparker7768
      @sparker7768 18 днів тому

      How it's done (gentleness), and how often has a lot to do with interlocking success. Also, people should consider not interlocking tight to the root (i.e., leaving room for one more rotation).

  • @emjay6453
    @emjay6453 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this very valuable information I have started a dreadlock journey for the second time and I had my hair Palm rolled the first time I want to try interlocking this time

  • @sondrajackson7166
    @sondrajackson7166 Рік тому +9

    Hi Courtney, Love your channel. I researched locking methods and watched Loc journeys for years before finally starting mine on July 30 of this year. I am oiling my scalp 2X a week (Wild Growth Oil) and spritzing it daily with a mixture of Rose Water, Vitamin E Oil and a few drops of Peppermint Oil. I wash it once a month, I just washed it Saturday and I am having it retightened every 3 months. No styles and I sleep in a Satin Bonnet. I would love your opinion regarding whether or not I am doing anything wrong. Thank you

  • @deeelo5501
    @deeelo5501 10 місяців тому

    Ur terrific!! Hope to schedule w u when I’m in VA

  • @anissawilkins9601
    @anissawilkins9601 Місяць тому +1

    With menopause I sweat.I have very fine hair and im at two months locd my hair grows away from my locs it works for me i love the look and feel of it this is my second set so i know know my hair type wont produce thick locs im fine with that, im a stylist as well so i know how to moisturize and hydrate good tips queen

  • @naturallyafroqueenbey7438
    @naturallyafroqueenbey7438 Рік тому +6

    Great video. I use both methods I let my loctician palm roll every 6 to 8 weeks once it unravels I interlock and leave it alone when its time for my appointment she palm rolls. She monitoring them so far she says there doing ok. Soon ill be stretching it to 10 weeks for maintenance but im thankful i have someone good thats keeping track.

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  Рік тому +1

      That’s so good! Seems like you’re on the right track 🙏🏾 keep it up!

  • @JamaicanDeelite
    @JamaicanDeelite Місяць тому

    Excellent video, Courtney! Thanks for sharing!😁

  • @DodgyDebb
    @DodgyDebb 2 роки тому +14

    Hey Courtney, lovely to see you looking so well🙏🏽Because of you, I now have the tools to keep my baby locs conditioned between my 4 week trips to my loctition. Just had my first retwist and was a little disappointed to see, how rough it was looking, a few days later. My Loctition, didn’t really speak to me, apart from telling me, not to get it wet n to oil my scalp regularly with carrot oil. I’ve since followed some of your advice(I can’t find your brand in my country, the UK) but have blended my own concoction using , sweet almond, tee tree & peppermint oils. Thank you so much for sharing. I also got the rose water to hydrate my scalp. Once again. Thank you for the video, I’ve never heard of interlocking…it seems I’ve still got a lot to learn. I love it that you explain a lot, personally I appreciate that. Keep these videos coming pl, we need you. ONE LOVE🙏🏽

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому

      Ahhh this means SO much to hear all of this. Comments like this keep me filming and uploading. I’m so happy you get value and that you’ve found a hair care regimen that works for you. It is really my pleasure to share my knowledge and I will definitely keep them coming ♥️

  • @dnm5373
    @dnm5373 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for details ❤

  • @toluwalasetemitope2572
    @toluwalasetemitope2572 Рік тому +1

    Insightful, thank you ☺️🙏

  • @cdabady7
    @cdabady7 2 роки тому

    Thank you for your information! I’ve learned so much already in the couple of videos that I watched. I just wish you were in NY to start my loc journey 😩

  • @misstrebecca
    @misstrebecca Рік тому +2

    As a Muslim we have to wash our hair quite a lot so after I did coils as stater they was not staying … but I used the needle to mesh the ends then interlocked and now it’s perfect and I do it like every 6 weeks plus

  • @pattysan99ps
    @pattysan99ps 2 роки тому

    GREAT INFORMATION!!! ❤

  • @kaylinjacklyn4632
    @kaylinjacklyn4632 Рік тому

    Not only that but it’s if you have a dry scalp or oily. Just like our skin and washing it a lot has a lot to do with drying out the hair faster, it strips away your natural oils.

  • @jamesedavis9821
    @jamesedavis9821 Рік тому

    Thank you sooo much for this ❤️

  • @graceful4titude892
    @graceful4titude892 Рік тому

    Love your video, it’s very informative! Which method do you see the most length or you get the most length out of? Interlocking or retwist?

  • @meekysenpai
    @meekysenpai 7 днів тому

    If you have type 3 hair as a woman and want the smaller loc look. Interlocking and palm rolling will be the best maintenance method. The women in my family all prefer latch hook for sure.

  • @1000Rikkia
    @1000Rikkia 2 роки тому +1

    it does make sense!

  • @RachelReaiah
    @RachelReaiah Рік тому +3

    I walk outside 4-5 miles a day 5x weekly. I sweat in my head I have done 1 retwist since I interlocked January 1st. In order for me to love this journey I cannot palm roll

  • @christinecharles-harland3793
    @christinecharles-harland3793 2 роки тому +6

    I've just found your channel and I'm hooked. I really enjoy the way you inform without patronising. Very informative and knowledgeable.
    Did you buzz cut your own hair as I've been thinking about this for a long time. I'm even thinking of having locs at a later date.
    Please could you do a video on diy buzz cuts?
    Thank you 😊

    • @CourtneyGrayton
      @CourtneyGrayton  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much 💓 I haven’t been cutting my own hair recently, but I’ve cut it before! I’m learning barbering so I may decide to do it soon ☺️

  • @blessings5110
    @blessings5110 Рік тому

    If I had seen this video before then I would definitely do the palmroll, but I will not try it again. I thought I have very strong 4c hair and just lookin at it looks that way... but my hair is very fragile and every protective styles damage my hair.

  • @teresabarbee1659
    @teresabarbee1659 Рік тому +1

    Courtney thank you so much for your information...I happened upon your channel today and have binged watched several of your videos already. This is helping me tons!

  • @rhondaricks1544
    @rhondaricks1544 Рік тому

    I have super curly soft hair. I was just recommended this method.

  • @undrthedryr
    @undrthedryr 2 роки тому +7

    Hey I have 48 locs and I’m 6 months into my journey. I started with that number because I wanted thicker locs, but I also go to the gym at lot, should I try interlocking on rotation with palm rolling? Because I can see the benefits and my retwists don’t last too long

  • @naec0tics
    @naec0tics Рік тому

    I have very thick locs. 49 to be exact and i also have 4c/3b hair texture, i got my hair interlocked as my first maintenance . Any options on interlocking on thicker locs?

  • @Iamjackeeee
    @Iamjackeeee Рік тому

    See, I want to start my pic journey. But I have 3A/3B thick curls & I want to keep the curls at my locs. I am not sure what method would works for my hair texture to get the look I want.

  • @tr9975
    @tr9975 Рік тому

    I've been palm rolling my locs since the start (21 months). I would like to interlock a few times a year due to my active lifestyle. What method do you suggest? 2, 3 or 4 point method?

  • @THCman.
    @THCman. Рік тому

    Usually, i interlock my hair once or twice a year , and between combcoil maintenance. Your opinion about it ?

  • @TheThirdPerson3
    @TheThirdPerson3 Рік тому

    I interlocked mine for 3 months now. But I noticed like in the first week after it was interlocked it became extremely frizzy no matter how well it was kept. Is my hair refusing that method? My loctican won't explain so I will switch or try a method that allows me to do it myself

  • @sweedy3333
    @sweedy3333 Рік тому +1

    I tried interlocking early in my journey maybe twice then decided to just not retwist at all. 5 years later, those spots where i interlocked started to thin above the interlocked area. I just decided to cut it off. Interlocking is definitely not for everyone.

  • @jbri1829
    @jbri1829 Рік тому +2

    Would it be bad to get interlocking done on my first retwist? I have a retwist planned 2 weeks from now for my first time so I have my starter locs for 2 weeks now. My stylist can do it professionally but idk if this is a good thing to do for new starter locs. I do workout 6-7 times a week with track and I do jump into sand pits so washing my hair I do value more than most people especially with how much I sweat so I was thinking about getting this done

  • @Ancient_Sweet
    @Ancient_Sweet Рік тому

    I interlocked my roots on the 3rd of this month and I noticed on the 12th that my roots were poofy. That can’t be growth it was too fast ..could you possibly tell me what I did wrong.??
    Side note: I did the front back/ left right/ back front/ right left method (I don’t remember the name for it) twice and then I did the first two again when it wasn’t tight enough. I made sure it was too tight though.