Hello everyone! I’m so so so proud of the success of this video! Thank you for your support and for showing love in the comments. As far as my hair products, you can sign up to be notified of our relaunch here: bit.ly/3izIZeQ 💓 I look forward to getting these amazing products in your hands.
Good morning this is the second or third time I’ve watched your video I love Your hair last night I started my locks again maybe this is about the fifth or sixth time I’ve started I’ll keep them In for a couple of days the longest I think I went was a month and then I took them down and start again and started again this time I’m going to keep them in and you said embrace your loc’s loc’s are suppose to grow whatever way they grow and they look the way they look and thank you for telling me to keep my hands out of my hair. my thing is I don’t know how to wash my hair I’m scared if I wash it I’ll take it down I’m not at the time right now to go to a loctician or someone to wash my hair I’ve been off work since February with a broken foot it’s not healing like it supposed to so I said I can do this sit here and embrace my lock’s so I just want to tell you thank you and keep doing what you’re doing and keep embracing your life journey because you are very beautiful with your loc’s and I want to get there too I’m going to get there so keep encouraging me the way that you do Thank You~ Robin
I just started my locs 7/28/22 and I really appreciate your video of what to do and not do. I didn't know about putting oil in my hair, keeping my hands out of my hair and the wig cap way of washing my hair. I'm going over to IG to follow you and check out your products. Keep up the informative videos my beautiful sister 🥰
This is super helpful cause I literally just start mine three days ago. I just woke up one day and said fuck it! I’m done with braids 😂working in the hospital does not give me enough times to be able to sit for hours and braid my hair. Plus it’s more expensive and time consuming. So I’m rocking my natural hair moving forward.
I know I'm not a loctician but I know for a fact that oil does not moisturize, it seals moisture in. Moisture needs to happen often (3 or 4 times a week) and moisture comes from water. Wetting your hair often keeps your locs moisturized and a lightweight oil will seal that moisture in. I'm surprised locticians are still telling people not to wet their locs. I hope that "advice" quickly fades out like beeswax lol .... dry locs is counter productive. But I love your locs and your nose ring and you're absolutely beautiful. Much love
Yeah because I just got locs 12-18-2021 and they told me to only use water for 4 weeks just oil & my scalp is itchy , locs merging and dry. I look a hot mess. I came from being a natural. This is definitely a journey. Especially finding out what works for my hair
@@CourtneyGrayton Thank You so much for the advice. I just started my loc journey. Yes, I'm having emotional struggles with the not so cute stage. I'm all about the cute Do. I'm about 4months in and waiting for the "cute" to set back in... TTYL
I actually find that shampooing the locks help the process even faster. Shampooing it every 2 weeks at the beginning stage. That keeps the locks clean and the water helps it to bind together quickly. Also keeping it moisturized with water, and the oil locking in the moisture. Then after they mature getting a retwist every 4 to 6 weeks works fine depending on what the client likes. Of course no tight styles every visit. But hey it's our own journey and our clients. As long as their hair is healthy and they still have all of their hair strands and edges with no build up then it's all good!
Yup! I’m moreso and advocate of letting the hair do what it needs to do. My goal is not to “make the hair loc faster”. Typically those methods involve drying the locs out, which I will never suggest.
I started my locs yesterday and your loving words mean so much to me. I was scared that I’d hate the look of short starter locs on me, but I’m really embracing it and loving this stage in my journey🥰
how’s your journey going? i cut my locs off like week ago and i restarted them tdy. i was going to wait like a year or so bc i’ve never had to go thru the short loc stage and i was scared of how it would look on me , but i’m embracing it.
My loc journey starts this Thursday. I have a mixed bag of emotions about doing this. I've been natural once before after being relaxed and colored for 20+ years but due to scalp issues I decided to go natural. I wasn't familar with the hair that was growing out of my scalp nor did I know what product worked on my hair. Some products caused extreme build-up and irritation. I was frustrated so I went back to relaxers and color. Again my scalp started to become irritated and I experienced cemical burn from the hair dye and that's when I went back natural. Once again I'm finding myself back where I started. I don't know how to style my hair nor do I know what products to use. I'm was so use to my strait mane and color. My hair was very managable and I knew what products to use. Nothing looks good on me as far as styles. I'm tired of two strand flat twists and I've never wore my hair in a pony-tail as much as I have now because I know what it does to my edges. I still have color on my ends but no relaxer. The length of my hair is 4 inches past my shoulder and half of my hair is grey. Lately, I've seen women rockin their grey locs and they look absolutely gorgious. So I've been inspired by them to move forward with locs and I'm hoping that I'm as happy with my locs as you all are.
At my 7 months mark and my locs are budding. I agree to definitely take pics of your baby locs week by week coz I did. My hair has changed since I put them in and I can't believe it! 😃 I keep staring at them seeing how much they've changed. I am also covering my teenage budding stage. 💓
Thanks for this. My Sun started locks this year…after asking for two years. I finally agreed after he turned 10, but I’m clueless! He does go to a lock-tician but I do want to be more educated about locks so that I can support him through the process. 💙 He loves his little locks and I love that he loves them.
I just restarted my journey 5/6/21. I was locked (professionally) for 4yrs (2014-2018). I cut them from poor self maintenance & medications. My texture changed from 4b to 3c and fine. I self started this time with 2 strand twists. This journey is waaaaay different. Patience is a learned virtue. Lol! I'm praying for a better result.
I am on my 7 week journey, I got a retwist done on week 6. I am.loving it so far. My hair is budding already. I have soft hair and I am totally surprised that they are budding already 🙂🙃
I don't know what your locs look like right now, but in this video they look so pretty! I was always scared my hair would stick up and look weird but now I see with confidence it could be so pretty. I love how you wear your locs. This is so nice to see! Thank you Courtney!!
Thank you so much this information. I know I cannot do those tight 'snatch' styles as you described. I love you starter locks. And those gold earrings-and your style overall.
I've been natural for decades, before there was a 'movement' and products dedicated for natural hair... but I am now considering locs, partly because I don't detangle well due to shoulder injury and I don't like to go to salons all the time. Since I don't detangle well I often have dreads that start on their own. That scared me at first but now I think I am ready to lean into it. Also I love the carefree hair look with your starter locs going every which way!!! It's the look and style I dreamed of as a little girl - to have my hair be wild and wind-blown and beautiful and not straightened. Thank you for creating this channel. I'm gonna get myself all caught up.
I just stared my locs 10/14/2023, I’ve had hair throughout my teenage years. I’m 37 and My biggest issue is now I may have psoriasis or SD, whatever else. When my hair was low I normally washed it at least 3x a week just to avoid the flare ups. I’ve been hesitant to start my journey because I’ve been searching for the correct teaching and or best answers on how to maintain my locs in a healthy way. I had to re twist 3 weeks within my locs due to needing a wash. Just a guy trying to have a healthy journey with my locs.
Started mine 12-23-20. I wash and retwist every 4weeks and it has been beneficial. Usually I let my locs be free as possible, I only style on some weekends.
I'm dealing with a lot of locs trying to stick together . I have a bunch of stiff areas by my roots I assume it's budding. I have never slept without my bonnet 😁. I do need to find something to help with moisture . Otherwise it's going great.
I have been a loose natural, 8 years and in the last two or three I have been thinking about locks. Yesterday when I was looking at my friends hair, who is a loose natural with a fade. I was reminded of how she did what she wanted with her hair, so I ask myself why can't I do the same? And from there I have been researching locs and your videos have been a humongous help! Plus, considering where I am in life I feel like it's appropriate for me to start a new journey not only in my lifestyle but also with my hair too 😁
I had my first set for 9 years, and you’re right, I didn’t like the baby phase, at all, but I loved, and missed the teen phase. But because I wanted to see my loose natural hair (hadn’t been loose natural since I was a child), I cut them off three yrs ago (Apr 2018), missed them, and restarted them on 10/20/21. Now I’m fully embracing the starter/baby phase.
I just got my 2 strand twist locs too on 2/9! I'm only one week into this journey.. I have so many questions! My loctician has advised a couple of things but I've hear so much contrary to the advise: Newbie Loc Questions: 1. Prior to starting my new twist My hair was washed and conditioned and conditioner washed out no oil. I was told that I should have used a clarifying shampoo by another loctician. Tru or False? 2. Hair was interlocked at root, 2 strand twist at bottom. She used TGIN rose water which was a bit filmy to me and made my thick yet fine 4B,C hair extremely soft🥺. Some have unraveled. 3. Upkeep - She recommended that i spray the TGIN rose water for moisture and only oil scalp as needed not the hair yet since they are not matured yet? If I'm not going anywhere, she says keep them in 2 french braids so I'm not manipulating the. Contrary to another who has told me that my hair should be loose so they can start forming locks?? True or false? I'm so confused because I read so many different things and everyone says trust the process and enjoy the journey but since everyone's hair is different every stylist is different you just don't know. I love this channel because there's a lot of good advice out here but I wanted to speak to someone whose locks are flourishing who have two strand twists. I would love to chat further on Instagram if you have a channel and I can send you a picture.
@courtney grayton Thank you for making such great content! I too am all about health over neatness. I've watched several videos of yours and your passion for healthy hair shows. Thank you for the wealth of knowledge and your honest, realistic expectations of the loc journey per your experience. I'm about to start my locs for the second time. I combed out my first set because when I started them 16 months ago I wasn't as knowledgeable so after learning more and knowing exactly what I want, I'm excited to start my loc journey again! 🙌🏾🎉
Good luck to you on this new journey! I’m so happy my content has helped you feel more confident moving into your next set of locs. I pray everything goes well. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance!
Appreciate this video ^^ I'm starting my locs this Saturday and am doing finger coils myself. My scalp can be finnicky so going multiple weeks without washing is a challenge, as I usually wash once a week, but I'm going to try tea tree and peppermint oil, along with rose water to help.
@@moonhoneymami I love the way they look so far! Today marks day 2 for me. :) I'm going to document my locs journey on my channel and am recording my first video today. No pressure but feel free to follow along if you'd like to see the progression 😊
I started my locks three months now in, and I knew the process because my granddaughter started her Locs and I just watched her hair grow and blossom she have beautiful locks so, I wanted to be like my granddaughter, I don’t mind the freeze the parts in my hair showing, I know they are going to be beautiful she’s my inspiration today I look fabulous and when a guy say he likes your hair you know you are the bomb, I thought I look crazy by the head, he made my day so hang in there, you will look fabulous.
I am starting my locs today and i am so excited because i have got to the point where i don`t know what to do with my hair and i don`t want to wear hair extensions or lace wigs anymore
I started my LOCS two weeks ago and I’m still getting used to them. Either my hair grows pretty fast or the loctician did not do a good job. Within a week there’s a lot of new growth. Either way, the journey is really real. I keep hearing trust in the process.
That happened to me and my daughter. I was told the same, but it just didn’t make sense to me by what I’ve seen with others. We were 8 & 9 months in and our hair looked more like freestyle wicks and not small locs, which is what we asked for. I decided that we are going to someone else. Thank God we did! 6 months in and her locs look great! They are not unraveling like before, the budding is small and not huge like before and her locs are staying small. I am going to start mine again next month. My daughter wanted to start immediately and we are both grateful!!
@@jlatham8442 Yeah I went to someone else too. The place I went to (Happy to Be Nappy) here in Detroit were horrible. I went to three different loctitian and they all sucked especially the guy who was banging the crap out of my head giving me a headache with those clamps. The person I have now is amazing; now my hair is starting to actually look nice and like locs. She said the place I went to before didn’t even part my hair right. There are different size parts in my head. I would have started over but after seeing how she styled and fixed my hair I’m just going to stick with it.
So glad I found your channel.... started my loc journey 10/26 and I'm over excited about my coming to the light moment 😂! Thank you so much for making it! I look forward to watching more videos ❤
Very encouraging video. I started my Loc journey June 17 2020. I am learning so much about myself my strengths as far as worrying about what people think. I let me hair do what it’s going to do I find myself smiling and loving myself.
Good morning, I have started my Loc journey again and this is a very helpful video, I am learning a lot and appreciate the do' s and do not's. I use Chebe oil/ and Chebe products. which are natural oil from Chad Africa I do not find these products heavy, and they work well on my hair type. I did not embrace the journey a while back, but as I realize as I have gotten older how much I love this journey,. I love my starter locs, they are growing so nicely and I can not believe I do not mess with them like I did the first time around. I will try the wig cab washing method in 6wks, yes I am trying to really let my hair loc, before I wash it. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your journey with us. Very helpful. I would love to know what you think about Chebe products. Have a great day.
Thank you !! I loced 2/14/22 and this was the most informative video I’ve seen so far . Some people just be chatting about being patient lmaooo I appreciate the Fact that you answered all my questions ! Thank you
Just started my locs and then found your page and love each one of your videos. You give straight forward, great advice. Not to mention you seem incredibly kind!
Thank you- you have a sweet and compassionate spirit. I just started my Loc journey about 1 month in. I wish I had started last year. I have spent so much money on hairstyles.. Some days are hard but they are getting better. As a African American woman I’m proud of my hair and I’m looking forward to the journey No more artificial nails. Just me. On a side note. I’m Self-Employed, Home Based. - Come ON - y’all let’s do this! Thanks for the motivation.
I’m very excited to have my journey going. Started yesterday lol coils. I got my spray bottle of water and my bonnet. I’m good with no styling for a while lol
Check this out: The Best Oils For Your Locs: From A Loctician | Essential Oils vs Carrier Oils + How to Use Them ua-cam.com/video/MvJXho5fwFY/v-deo.html
I am not an expert on anything other then my own hair. I have had locs on an off for 20 years. I have been natural on and off forever. I have interlocs and they are about waist length. People ask me what do I do and I tell them it is benign neglect. I get my hair done every two months. I wash my hair maybe once a month. I avoid any products in my hair other then when she does it. I have never wrapped it and only wear a bonnet when it annoys me because I am laying on it. I don’t disagree with anything you said but this is my journey with my crazy hair. I especially agree with not enjoying the starter year but by it went so fast!
Thank you, Courtney! You were amazingly informative. I've been on my loc journey for about 6 years. I'm 51 and my hair has never been this long and healthy. I too enjoyed having my locs at the shorter stage. I just love the "carefree" look. I'm still learning a lot about caring for my hair and I found your video to be insightful, educational and honest. I would like to learn more about the best oils to use for my hair as I have already purchased coconut and olive oil not knowing that they could cause more damage than good. Be Blessed.
Thank you so much! I can't wait to say I'm 6 years in, but I also LOVE this stage as well. Just embracing it all. I'll definitely create a video specifically about oils to use/not use. I appreciate the suggestion :)
In her video on best oils for locs, she rephrased what she meant about olive & coconut oil. She basically said these 2 oils work better when mixed in with a more Lasting Carrier oil. My sister has very thin hair. She swears by Olive oil. But my hair is pretty thick; and Olive oil is nearly soaked in & ‘thirsty’ an hour or 2 after using it!! Similar results with the coconut oil. See Courtney’s 2nd video about the best oils to use. Again, they’re not bad, they’re just a bit too ‘lightweight to use on their own.
Girl... luvvvv your vid! Your hair looks GREAT & HEALTHY! And, good books in your collection by the way! Anyway --been wanting to journey into twists/locs but I've been hesitant for a long time (work, short hair, lack of confidence, etc).. but wow, as I've gotten older, my focus is on MORE healthier hair vs looks & opinions... 🙂 THANKS again for a to the point vid!
Ha-ssential! I'm so using this 🤣. This is my second loc journey & you're speaking to every single thing I learned the first go round. Such a beautiful soul, thank you.
You’re a great stylist and teacher. And I would know because I’m a teacher. You’re really give me valuable information as I make my decision to Loc. ✌️
Thank you for the pertinent information. I started my loc journey on May 23rd. I’m so excited! I watched your video twice to ensure that I had the information down. Again, thank you 😊
Hello. I am in my 3rd week of locs, she done the two strand twist and had to loc them at both end, but I am over trying to deal with hair all the time. I enjoy you already, thank you sis. 🤗🤗
Started my locs almost exactly 9 months ago. Def learned a lot along the way and still learning but I’d say I’m in a good place right now with my locs. Noticing the growth is by far the best part.
Love your video ❤ You're so adorable 😍 I started my locs 2 years ago and I absolutely love them. I started locs on my daughter a few months ago and she LOVES them too. Great information and wonderful energy. New Subscriber 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Not really related but I love the way your starters look. I love the texture and character of locs before they're mature. Getting my second install soon and can't wait for my unruly babies!
Thank you so much for the information. I was ecstatic to see your locs were about the same length as mine so your information resonated with me more than other video's I've watched. I started my loc journey May 19, 2021 and my hair was about 3" long. I've had my 1st wash/retwist at my stylist but I want to learn how to wash and care for them when she's not available. My scalp is also very sensitive and I can't use coconut, olive or tea tree oils so imagine how excited I got when your video had no recommendation for their use! Thank you again for sharing your professional insight and information.
I just started my locs a week ago, so I hear what you're saying so I have to stop wearing a hat to work and just embrace them. That is so hard for me but I am going to try. And I thank you
I just did my starter locs today and I'm so excited for what's to come... I was asked if I wanted to do instant locs but I feel deep down it's best I start from day one twist. 2-19-21 💕
Thanks for this video. I had my hair two strand twisted by a beautician who is not a loc specialist at all. We went with the two strand twist because my hair is straight. No perm, just after a press it never got curly again. The roots aren't twisted tight like I see most starter locs and I'm afraid they weren't started right. And she didn't put them in a style. I'm not sure what product she used, and because she's not a loc specialist she didn't give me any advise. That's why I'm so grateful for this video. THANK YOU!
Hello everyone! I’m so so so proud of the success of this video! Thank you for your support and for showing love in the comments. As far as my hair products, you can sign up to be notified of our relaunch here: bit.ly/3izIZeQ 💓 I look forward to getting these amazing products in your hands.
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Good morning this is the second or third time I’ve watched your video I love Your hair last night I started my locks again maybe this is about the fifth or sixth time I’ve started I’ll keep them In for a couple of days the longest I think I went was a month and then I took them down and start again and started again this time I’m going to keep them in and you said embrace your loc’s loc’s are suppose to grow whatever way they grow and they look the way they look and thank you for telling me to keep my hands out of my hair. my thing is I don’t know how to wash my hair I’m scared if I wash it I’ll take it down I’m not at the time right now to go to a loctician or someone to wash my hair I’ve been off work since February with a broken foot it’s not healing like it supposed to so I said I can do this sit here and embrace my lock’s so I just want to tell you thank you and keep doing what you’re doing and keep embracing your life journey because you are very beautiful with your loc’s and I want to get there too I’m going to get there so keep encouraging me the way that you do
Thank You~ Robin
I just started my locs 7/28/22 and I really appreciate your video of what to do and not do. I didn't know about putting oil in my hair, keeping my hands out of my hair and the wig cap way of washing my hair. I'm going over to IG to follow you and check out your products. Keep up the informative videos my beautiful sister 🥰
Hello Courtney by my hair being short can I start my locs by twisting with my fingers
Can u help me I'm a week in so far I love the journey but not sure on the care of them yet
This is super helpful cause I literally just start mine three days ago. I just woke up one day and said fuck it! I’m done with braids 😂working in the hospital does not give me enough times to be able to sit for hours and braid my hair. Plus it’s more expensive and time consuming. So I’m rocking my natural hair moving forward.
I am in month number 9 of my loc journey. My "ONLY" regret is that I didn't start this journey years ago.
Same here! Loving it
Love to hear that!!
I know I'm not a loctician but I know for a fact that oil does not moisturize, it seals moisture in. Moisture needs to happen often (3 or 4 times a week) and moisture comes from water. Wetting your hair often keeps your locs moisturized and a lightweight oil will seal that moisture in. I'm surprised locticians are still telling people not to wet their locs. I hope that "advice" quickly fades out like beeswax lol .... dry locs is counter productive. But I love your locs and your nose ring and you're absolutely beautiful. Much love
Steam is good.
you’re completely right! I wish she made that clearer
Yeah because I just got locs 12-18-2021 and they told me to only use water for 4 weeks just oil & my scalp is itchy , locs merging and dry. I look a hot mess. I came from being a natural. This is definitely a journey. Especially finding out what works for my hair
Oil doesn’t “seal” because water evaporates. Also, oil and water don’t mix applies to one one’s hair as well.
That’s should’ve common sense… like a plant 🌱 you water it for it grow
Started my locs 2/21 and I love it so far. The first time I’ve felt like myself.
Yes! I felt a very similar feeling! Like THIS is what my hair was made for!
@@CourtneyGrayton Thank You so much for the advice. I just started my loc journey. Yes, I'm having emotional struggles with the not so cute stage. I'm all about the cute Do. I'm about 4months in and waiting for the "cute" to set back in... TTYL
Yes, it's a beautiful thing! Self acceptance
Started today June 21 2023
I actually find that shampooing the locks help the process even faster. Shampooing it every 2 weeks at the beginning stage. That keeps the locks clean and the water helps it to bind together quickly. Also keeping it moisturized with water, and the oil locking in the moisture. Then after they mature getting a retwist every 4 to 6 weeks works fine depending on what the client likes. Of course no tight styles every visit. But hey it's our own journey and our clients. As long as their hair is healthy and they still have all of their hair strands and edges with no build up then it's all good!
Yup! I’m moreso and advocate of letting the hair do what it needs to do. My goal is not to “make the hair loc faster”. Typically those methods involve drying the locs out, which I will never suggest.
I'm coming up on 2 years locd in June and locing my hair was THE best decision I've made
I think it was the best for me too! Can’t wait to start again 😬🙌🏾
I started my journey on 9.16.23. I super excited ❤
Same here. I am so excited about my loc journey.
I started on 9.19.23 and super excited too!
I started my locs yesterday and your loving words mean so much to me. I was scared that I’d hate the look of short starter locs on me, but I’m really embracing it and loving this stage in my journey🥰
Congrats on starting your loc journey! That is so good to hear. Thank you for watching this my video and engaging!
How’s your journey going? I wanna get starter locs like yesterday 😭😩
how’s your journey going? i cut my locs off like week ago and i restarted them tdy. i was going to wait like a year or so bc i’ve never had to go thru the short loc stage and i was scared of how it would look on me , but i’m embracing it.
me too.I love my locks :)
I'm about to start my loc journey, and im so nervous thank God i found your channel 😫💜
I’m glad you found me too!! Come on in, binge a few videos! 😌❤️
My loc journey starts this Thursday. I have a mixed bag of emotions about doing this. I've been natural once before after being relaxed and colored for 20+ years but due to scalp issues I decided to go natural. I wasn't familar with the hair that was growing out of my scalp nor did I know what product worked on my hair. Some products caused extreme build-up and irritation. I was frustrated so I went back to relaxers and color. Again my scalp started to become irritated and I experienced cemical burn from the hair dye and that's when I went back natural. Once again I'm finding myself back where I started. I don't know how to style my hair nor do I know what products to use. I'm was so use to my strait mane and color. My hair was very managable and I knew what products to use. Nothing looks good on me as far as styles. I'm tired of two strand flat twists and I've never wore my hair in a pony-tail as much as I have now because I know what it does to my edges. I still have color on my ends but no relaxer. The length of my hair is 4 inches past my shoulder and half of my hair is grey. Lately, I've seen women rockin their grey locs and they look absolutely gorgious. So I've been inspired by them to move forward with locs and I'm hoping that I'm as happy with my locs as you all are.
At my 7 months mark and my locs are budding. I agree to definitely take pics of your baby locs week by week coz I did. My hair has changed since I put them in and I can't believe it! 😃 I keep staring at them seeing how much they've changed. I am also covering my teenage budding stage. 💓
That’s awesome congratulations
Thanks for this. My Sun started locks this year…after asking for two years. I finally agreed after he turned 10, but I’m clueless! He does go to a lock-tician but I do want to be more educated about locks so that I can support him through the process. 💙 He loves his little locks and I love that he loves them.
I just started my loc journey yesterday. I’m so happy now. Because I’m wearing my own hair.
That is awesome! Love that
I just restarted my journey 5/6/21. I was locked (professionally) for 4yrs (2014-2018). I cut them from poor self maintenance & medications. My texture changed from 4b to 3c and fine. I self started this time with 2 strand twists. This journey is waaaaay different. Patience is a learned virtue. Lol! I'm praying for a better result.
I’m about 6 weeks into doing locs and I’m pretty clueless, so this is pretty informative. Thank you so much!
I started my locs yesterday I’m so glad I found your channel
I am on my 7 week journey, I got a retwist done on week 6. I am.loving it so far. My hair is budding already. I have soft hair and I am totally surprised that they are budding already 🙂🙃
Your positivity and expression of beauty in the starter phase has made this choice so much more enlightened! Thank you 😊
Thank so much!! 💓
Just started mine 11/30, I binged watched some of your videos the day before. So glad I did. Made me more comfortable and confident in my decision.
I don't know what your locs look like right now, but in this video they look so pretty! I was always scared my hair would stick up and look weird but now I see with confidence it could be so pretty. I love how you wear your locs. This is so nice to see! Thank you Courtney!!
Thank you so much this information. I know I cannot do those tight 'snatch' styles as you described. I love you starter locks. And those gold earrings-and your style overall.
Thank you! ♥️
I've been natural for decades, before there was a 'movement' and products dedicated for natural hair... but I am now considering locs, partly because I don't detangle well due to shoulder injury and I don't like to go to salons all the time. Since I don't detangle well I often have dreads that start on their own. That scared me at first but now I think I am ready to lean into it. Also I love the carefree hair look with your starter locs going every which way!!! It's the look and style I dreamed of as a little girl - to have my hair be wild and wind-blown and beautiful and not straightened. Thank you for creating this channel. I'm gonna get myself all caught up.
Yayyyyy this is my sis!!! She is BEYONDDDD about this natural hair life 😍
Thank you sissss!
Just started today😊. So excited to see how it goes
Congrats!
I started my love journey 11/20. I’m glad I found you.
I just stared my locs 10/14/2023, I’ve had hair throughout my teenage years. I’m 37 and My biggest issue is now I may have psoriasis or SD, whatever else. When my hair was low I normally washed it at least 3x a week just to avoid the flare ups. I’ve been hesitant to start my journey because I’ve been searching for the correct teaching and or best answers on how to maintain my locs in a healthy way. I had to re twist 3 weeks within my locs due to needing a wash. Just a guy trying to have a healthy journey with my locs.
Started mine 12-23-20. I wash and retwist every 4weeks and it has been beneficial. Usually I let my locs be free as possible, I only style on some weekends.
Congratulations on starting your loc journey! & that's perfect! your locs will thank you for that
Your brows are so thick and beautiful. Thanks for this information. I'm approaching month 3; 2strand twists.
Thank you so much! My brows are my babies lolol how’s your journey going?
I'm dealing with a lot of locs trying to stick together . I have a bunch of stiff areas by my roots I assume it's budding. I have never slept without my bonnet 😁. I do need to find something to help with moisture . Otherwise it's going great.
I have been a loose natural, 8 years and in the last two or three I have been thinking about locks. Yesterday when I was looking at my friends hair, who is a loose natural with a fade. I was reminded of how she did what she wanted with her hair, so I ask myself why can't I do the same? And from there I have been researching locs and your videos have been a humongous help! Plus, considering where I am in life I feel like it's appropriate for me to start a new journey not only in my lifestyle but also with my hair too 😁
Love that! Do it!!
I got my locs 2-2 -21. This is going to be a journey ☺️
Congrats! I’m excited for you 🙌🏾✨ I hope my videos help you along this amazing journey!
@@CourtneyGrayton yes thanks
Congrats!! I’m starting today sis!!
Me too! Yay I started the same day with braids, how is your journey so far? ✨
2/11/21
U have made me comfortable about this journey. Blessings!!
I had my first set for 9 years, and you’re right, I didn’t like the baby phase, at all, but I loved, and missed the teen phase. But because I wanted to see my loose natural hair (hadn’t been loose natural since I was a child), I cut them off three yrs ago (Apr 2018), missed them, and restarted them on 10/20/21. Now I’m fully embracing the starter/baby phase.
I’m definitely going to be right back with you, enjoying the starter loc phase! Glad you can appreciate them this second time around ♥️
Started mine with 2 strand twist 5/23/21 and absolutely LOVE how my journey is coming along ❤️
Congrats on your journey 🙏🏾👌🏾
@@reihannahherring8605 thank you!!
I just got my 2 strand twist locs too on 2/9! I'm only one week into this journey.. I have so many questions! My loctician has advised a couple of things but I've hear so much contrary to the advise:
Newbie Loc Questions:
1. Prior to starting my new twist My hair was washed and conditioned and conditioner washed out no oil. I was told that I should have used a clarifying shampoo by another loctician. Tru or False?
2. Hair was interlocked at root, 2 strand twist at bottom. She used TGIN rose water which was a bit filmy to me and made my thick yet fine 4B,C hair extremely soft🥺. Some have unraveled.
3. Upkeep - She recommended that i spray the TGIN rose water for moisture and only oil scalp as needed not the hair yet since they are not matured yet?
If I'm not going anywhere, she says keep them in 2 french braids so I'm not manipulating the. Contrary to another who has told me that my hair should be loose so they can start forming locks?? True or false?
I'm so confused because I read so many different things and everyone says trust the process and enjoy the journey but since everyone's hair is different every stylist is different you just don't know.
I love this channel because there's a lot of good advice out here but I wanted to speak to someone whose locks are flourishing who have two strand twists.
I would love to chat further on Instagram if you have a channel and I can send you a picture.
@@seelykerr7690 what I’ve learned on my journey was to do what your locs want you to do!
After watching this I'm feeling more confident as an 60 plus silver fox. Hair has gone through scalp infected by alkaline braids. I can't wait.
😍 working on the embrace part 😂
I feel you! I’m speaking to myself in this video as well! We’re in this together 💓 Can’t wait to have you in my chair this weekend 💆🏾♀️
This was really good thank you!!
@@brwn1sug it’s my pleasure! ♥️
Same 😆
@courtney grayton Thank you for making such great content! I too am all about health over neatness. I've watched several videos of yours and your passion for healthy hair shows. Thank you for the wealth of knowledge and your honest, realistic expectations of the loc journey per your experience. I'm about to start my locs for the second time.
I combed out my first set because when I started them 16 months ago I wasn't as knowledgeable so after learning more and knowing exactly what I want, I'm excited to start my loc journey again! 🙌🏾🎉
Good luck to you on this new journey! I’m so happy my content has helped you feel more confident moving into your next set of locs. I pray everything goes well. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance!
I can tell you know what you’re doing. Very direct and very informative! Definitely going to be my go to info source!
Thanks so much!! I’m excited to share more!
I started my loc journey this past February. Your words were very encouraging. I'm so excited!
Wonderful! I’m excited for you ☺️
She said people try to hide their locs while I’m watching her video with a hat on my head because I just started mine yesterday. 😂
LOL it's okay, I understand and you're not alone! However, just tryyyy
Just started mine today😂
Just started my loc journey, three weeks in and I’m loving it so far
That's great! Love to hear it 💕
I stated my loc journey 8 months ago budding beautiful a lot of frizz but embracing my loc life. Love it. Thank you for the tips!
My pleasure!
Hi ! Following ya. I just started my locs this month & Yes good luck to everyone on this journey 😊
Appreciate this video ^^ I'm starting my locs this Saturday and am doing finger coils myself. My scalp can be finnicky so going multiple weeks without washing is a challenge, as I usually wash once a week, but I'm going to try tea tree and peppermint oil, along with rose water to help.
I'm starting locs tomorrow how do you like them
@@moonhoneymami I love the way they look so far! Today marks day 2 for me. :) I'm going to document my locs journey on my channel and am recording my first video today. No pressure but feel free to follow along if you'd like to see the progression 😊
You are gorgeous and I'm glad I found this video. In 4 months in with super soft hair and I'm struggling.
Hey Queen! I JUST started mine yesterday! Like did my own, starting with the twists, this is Definitely going to be a journey! 💫🥰
Have they locked at all and how long did it take
I started my locks three months now in, and I knew the process because my granddaughter started her Locs and I just watched her hair grow and blossom she have beautiful locks so, I wanted to be like my granddaughter, I don’t mind the freeze the parts in my hair showing, I know they are going to be beautiful she’s my inspiration today I look fabulous and when a guy say he likes your hair you know you are the bomb, I thought I look crazy by the head, he made my day so hang in there, you will look fabulous.
Health over neatness...YES!
I am starting my locs today and i am so excited because i have got to the point where i don`t know what to do with my hair and i don`t want to wear hair extensions or lace wigs anymore
I started my LOCS two weeks ago and I’m still getting used to them. Either my hair grows pretty fast or the loctician did not do a good job. Within a week there’s a lot of new growth. Either way, the journey is really real. I keep hearing trust in the process.
How are they now
That happened to me and my daughter. I was told the same, but it just didn’t make sense to me by what I’ve seen with others. We were 8 & 9 months in and our hair looked more like freestyle wicks and not small locs, which is what we asked for. I decided that we are going to someone else. Thank God we did! 6 months in and her locs look great! They are not unraveling like before, the budding is small and not huge like before and her locs are staying small. I am going to start mine again next month. My daughter wanted to start immediately and we are both grateful!!
@@jlatham8442 Yeah I went to someone else too. The place I went to (Happy to Be Nappy) here in Detroit were horrible. I went to three different loctitian and they all sucked especially the guy who was banging the crap out of my head giving me a headache with those clamps. The person I have now is amazing; now my hair is starting to actually look nice and like locs. She said the place I went to before didn’t even part my hair right. There are different size parts in my head. I would have started over but after seeing how she styled and fixed my hair I’m just going to stick with it.
So glad I found your channel.... started my loc journey 10/26 and I'm over excited about my coming to the light moment 😂! Thank you so much for making it! I look forward to watching more videos ❤
Very encouraging video. I started my Loc journey June 17 2020. I am learning so much about myself my strengths as far as worrying about what people think. I let me hair do what it’s going to do I find myself smiling and loving myself.
Your comment just made me so happy! I’m glad it encouraged you. Comments like this is why I do what I do! This journey is such a rewarding one 🤲🏾
I just got my starter locs installed 2weeks ago. I am so grateful and happy I found your video. Thank you a lot! ❤❤❤❤
You are so welcome! Glad I could help
Thank you for this video! I’m in week 3 of my loc journey and I’m loving every minute of it. 😊
It’s my pleasure! & congrats on starting! ♥️
I notice you commented this so long so ! How is the journey coming along ?!
Good morning, I have started my Loc journey again and this is a very helpful video, I am learning a lot and appreciate the do' s and do not's. I use Chebe oil/ and Chebe products. which are natural oil from Chad Africa I do not find these products heavy, and they work well on my hair type. I did not embrace the journey a while back, but as I realize as I have gotten older how much I love this journey,. I love my starter locs, they are growing so nicely and I can not believe I do not mess with them like I did the first time around. I will try the wig cab washing method in 6wks, yes I am trying to really let my hair loc, before I wash it. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your journey with us. Very helpful. I would love to know what you think about Chebe products. Have a great day.
I’m starting with crochet locs . I’ve tried coils , twist and braids with no success. Will definitely follow what you say ❤
I use my steam machine on my hair for moisturizing and the put oil to seal it in
Thank you !! I loced 2/14/22 and this was the most informative video I’ve seen so far . Some people just be chatting about being patient lmaooo I appreciate the Fact that you answered all my questions ! Thank you
Just started my locs and then found your page and love each one of your videos. You give straight forward, great advice. Not to mention you seem incredibly kind!
Thank you so much for the kind words! 🥹 and thanks for supporting my channel. I’ll keep the videos coming!
I’m 4 days in to my loc journey and this was very informative thanks for the tips
My pleasure! Congrats on starting!
Started my locs today w/ Courtney!!!!!!!!!! 06/08/21 new journey !!
Thank you- you have a sweet and compassionate spirit. I just started my Loc journey about 1 month in. I wish I had started last year. I have spent so much money on hairstyles.. Some days are hard but they are getting better. As a African American woman I’m proud of my hair and I’m looking forward to the journey No more artificial nails. Just me. On a side note. I’m Self-Employed, Home Based. - Come ON - y’all let’s do this!
Thanks for the motivation.
Congrats!!! I Love this self-love journey that you're on! I hope it's still going well
Thank you for the advice, I hope to find a loctition as understanding 😇
I started mine with interlocks. I can wash anytime and I only get re twist every 3 months
Yes! I love interlocks for that reason 😍 I’d love to see yours
I’m very excited to have my journey going. Started yesterday lol coils. I got my spray bottle of water and my bonnet. I’m good with no styling for a while lol
Good advice!! Started my journey with the comb coil method on July 2017 by my loctician, best decision ever!
That's awesome! Congrats and welcome to the loc'd team! I hope you enjoy your journey and if you ever have questions, feel free to ask!
Yes please make a second video on good oils to use for starter locs. I’ve been loc’d for 4 months
Check this out: The Best Oils For Your Locs: From A Loctician | Essential Oils vs Carrier Oils + How to Use Them
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Can’t wait for my consultation with you tomorrow! So much great information and energy here!
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watching your video as I'm sitting here starting my locs 😊
Aw cool! Congrats on starting!
I love your eye makeup so much
Thank you so much! 🥰 It’s my go-to so you’ll see it often lolol
I am not an expert on anything other then my own hair. I have had locs on an off for 20 years. I have been natural on and off forever. I have interlocs and they are about waist length. People ask me what do I do and I tell them it is benign neglect. I get my hair done every two months. I wash my hair maybe once a month. I avoid any products in my hair other then when she does it. I have never wrapped it and only wear a bonnet when it annoys me because I am laying on it.
I don’t disagree with anything you said but this is my journey with my crazy hair.
I especially agree with not enjoying the starter year but by it went so fast!
Thank you, Courtney! You were amazingly informative. I've been on my loc journey for about 6 years. I'm 51 and my hair has never been this long and healthy. I too enjoyed having my locs at the shorter stage. I just love the
"carefree" look. I'm still learning a lot about caring for my hair and I found your video to be insightful, educational and honest. I would like to learn more about the best oils to use for my hair as I have already purchased coconut and olive oil not knowing that they could cause more damage than good. Be Blessed.
Thank you so much! I can't wait to say I'm 6 years in, but I also LOVE this stage as well. Just embracing it all. I'll definitely create a video specifically about oils to use/not use. I appreciate the suggestion :)
In her video on best oils for locs, she rephrased what she meant about olive & coconut oil.
She basically said these 2 oils work better when mixed in with a more Lasting Carrier oil.
My sister has very thin hair. She swears by Olive oil.
But my hair is pretty thick; and Olive oil is nearly soaked in & ‘thirsty’ an hour or 2 after using it!! Similar results with the coconut oil.
See Courtney’s 2nd video about the best oils to use.
Again, they’re not bad, they’re just a bit too ‘lightweight to use on their own.
The last part really touched me going through the starter loc journey.
Girl... luvvvv your vid! Your hair looks GREAT & HEALTHY! And, good books in your collection by the way! Anyway --been wanting to journey into twists/locs but I've been hesitant for a long time (work, short hair, lack of confidence, etc).. but wow, as I've gotten older, my focus is on MORE healthier hair vs looks & opinions... 🙂 THANKS again for a to the point vid!
Your voice and your words just calmed me the hell down and now to embrace my journey I love my frizz I do not need a retwist embrace the frizz ❤
I have starter locs and I am experiencing unraveling. Could you make a video on what to do or on explaining unraveling?
Yes I’ll add that to my list of videos to record! Thanks for the suggestion 💚
Thanks for asking, I have the same question
@@CourtneyGrayton I have the same question
when my locs were unravelling my loctician said leave it alone . As long as you let your hair go, it will loc up
I’m on day 3… first time ever going thru the loc process. Love it so far
I’m happy you’re liking it!
Ha-ssential! I'm so using this 🤣. This is my second loc journey & you're speaking to every single thing I learned the first go round. Such a beautiful soul, thank you.
You’re a great stylist and teacher. And I would know because I’m a teacher. You’re really give me valuable information as I make my decision to Loc. ✌️
I'm so glad! I'm always striving to give the best info possible in a way that’s easily digestible, I'm happy it's helping. ❤️
Thank you for the pertinent information. I started my loc journey on May 23rd. I’m so excited! I watched your video twice to ensure that I had the information down. Again, thank you 😊
Congrats! thanks for watching
I just stated this journey a few days ago. Thanks for this video. My loctician barely gave me after care information. This helps a lot.
Glad it was helpful! It’s my pleasure
Enjoyed your down to earth, laid back style. Please provide a video on does & don’t of best oils.
I’m editing that video as we speak! Thank you so much for watching 💚
Your breakdown and how you simplified the info is great thanks
My pleasure! 💓
Hello. I am in my 3rd week of locs, she done the two strand twist and had to loc them at both end, but I am over trying to deal with hair all the time. I enjoy you already, thank you sis. 🤗🤗
Mine are the same but not locked at the ends. Is that so they don't come unraveled? Or is there some other benefit?
I just started my locs today! 6/21/22 and I couldn't be more excited :)
Congrats on starting!
I love the way you explained everything, starting my journey soon, still trying to read up, watch videos etc thanks alot🤗🤗🤗
My pleasure! Check out my other videos!
Your vibration is wonderful and your voice reminds me of India Arie.
Thank you 🥰
I just got my locs a week ago. I love your delivery 💜 will be following to learn from you🙌🏽
Thanks so much! Congrats!!
Just started my second loc journey 10/22 I’m so excited
Getting all the information I can before taking the leap onto this journey! Thank you sooo much!
My pleasure! I wish all the best for you on this beautiful journey!
@@CourtneyGrayton Awwww, thank you!
Its been 10 months since my stylist started my dreads. I love it
Please do the oil video sis! Started my journey on 2-24-21. 💜
Will do!! Congrats on starting your journey!!
Love this. I am 59 and want to start so badly . Wish you were in Trinidad and Tobago🇹🇹 will keep all your points in mind
Started my locs almost exactly 9 months ago. Def learned a lot along the way and still learning but I’d say I’m in a good place right now with my locs. Noticing the growth is by far the best part.
Yes it happens so fast and in spurts, it seems like. I love it! Glad to hear you’re enjoying the journey
I Love Your Spirit! I just started my loc journey and I’m very excited! I appreciate you and the information you shared… Thank You!🌻
Thanks so much for watching! If there are any other videos you’d like to see, please let me know
Love your video ❤ You're so adorable 😍 I started my locs 2 years ago and I absolutely love them. I started locs on my daughter a few months ago and she LOVES them too. Great information and wonderful energy. New Subscriber 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Thank you ☺️♥️
Not really related but I love the way your starters look. I love the texture and character of locs before they're mature. Getting my second install soon and can't wait for my unruly babies!
Thank you so much for the information. I was ecstatic to see your locs were about the same length as mine so your information resonated with me more than other video's I've watched. I started my loc journey May 19, 2021 and my hair was about 3" long. I've had my 1st wash/retwist at my stylist but I want to learn how to wash and care for them when she's not available. My scalp is also very sensitive and I can't use coconut, olive or tea tree oils so imagine how excited I got when your video had no recommendation for their use! Thank you again for sharing your professional insight and information.
I just started my locs a week ago, so I hear what you're saying so I have to stop wearing a hat to work and just embrace them. That is so hard for me but I am going to try. And I thank you
I just did my starter locs today and I'm so excited for what's to come... I was asked if I wanted to do instant locs but I feel deep down it's best I start from day one twist.
2-19-21 💕
I started mine yesterday too 🤞🏾
Yesss it’s so fulfilling to start from scratch and see the journey from starter loc to maturity! I’m happy for you!
Blessing to both of you on your journeys!
Thanks for this video. I had my hair two strand twisted by a beautician who is not a loc specialist at all. We went with the two strand twist because my hair is straight. No perm, just after a press it never got curly again. The roots aren't twisted tight like I see most starter locs and I'm afraid they weren't started right. And she didn't put them in a style. I'm not sure what product she used, and because she's not a loc specialist she didn't give me any advise. That's why I'm so grateful for this video. THANK YOU!