how to | microlocs installation | two strand twist starter locs | MICROLOCS NO GRID PATTERN
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microloc installation | no grid pattern
hi! here is part 1 of me installing diy microlocs. in this video i installed my two strand twist and in part 2 i will be interlocking them. this is my first set of locs and i am so excited for the journey! as you will see, i didn't follow a particular grid pattern when installing my locs. i had an idea of the size i wanted and just went row by row. i hope you find this video helpful.
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literally watching as many videos I can to do them myself I refuse to pay 1k😩😩
i did the same thing before starting mine. watch as many as you need to and don’t overthink the process, you got this 💞
Man! Me too!
Me too! Thinking about coming my traditional locs out and starting micro locs. Not interested in paying thousands of dollars for something I can do myself. Thank you!
@@queenveeking306that’s exactly what I did 😂😂😂😂
me too 😩. i just cut my traditional locs off in march and now i want micros.
The fact that you not only gifted us with an easy to follow tutorial...you answered every question in the comments AAAND provided encouragement. Like wow! My every concern was addressed without me even having to ask. Your hair is as beautiful as you! Thanks for all of it!
you are so welcome! it’s comments like these that remind me to keep going, i appreciate you 💞💞💞
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This was the video that kickstarted my DIY Microlocs 💕 Loc’d in 6/23/23 💜
Girl this what meant to be because I JUST ordered this mirror from Amazon 5 mins ago and I type in starting your own microlocs and you’re the first video that pops up with this mirror. Yes girl!
sounds like alignment to me!! you got this, wishing you a beautiful loc journey 💞
Any update?
I just started mine a week ago after seeing this video. I'm a bit nervous about retwisting in a 5/6 weeks but watching your journey gives me encouragement 😊
Just started mine 2 days ago. Transitioning from traditional locs to micro locs. Properly have 2 more days of work to go. Such a long tedious process but looking at your beautiful locs I know it will be worth it…
nicee, what made you want to transition to microlocs?
yes, its very long process but indeed worth it! thank you 🤎
I just cut my traditional locs off. Did u comb yours out
@@keybacktome I combed them out. Took 10 days…😫
@@queentyquana I like the look of microlocs better. And I got somewhat bored with traditional…
I took my traditional locs out for micro locs I didn’t start yet I might in 2 weeks can’t wait 😭🥰
Beautiful!! I did mine myself and now I'm 2 years in. I love them!
thank you, it’s such a beautiful journey! congratulations on 2 years 🤎
Hi! This is probably thee best installation video I've ever seen for diy microlocs. Funny, I just got this mirror in the mail to practice braiding/flat twisting. I just combed my microlocs out after having 3 locticians. I wasn't satisfied with any. This video & seeing that this mirror works for you makes me feel like if I loc again, I'm doing it myself. Beautiful job, subbed & followed on ig ❤
hi! i’m so glad you found this video useful, that means a lot. you can definitely do it yourself with patience and determination. i loveeee the mirror because it makes doing the back of my head so much easier.
thank you thank you 🤎
I think I’m finally going to do it! I’m so tired and broke from doing my hair, plus I got little girls. I’m tired.
👀👀 started them yet?
You are an actual lifesaver! I’ve been having so much anxiety about the grid pattern to use, and you just simplified it in a way that makes me feel like I can actually do this now!
ahh, that makes me so happy!! my main goal was to simplify the process. YOU CAN DO IT!!
I’m currently combing out my traditional Locs that’s I’ve had for 12 years to start micro Locs ❤
wishing you a lovely microloc journey 💞
Very good job💕. I installed my own micro locs 3 yrs ago. Even though I love my interlocs, I wish now that I had taken the time you did
thank you 🤎
Wow wow wow! I am in love with your hair. I'm currently doing my research to start my Loc journey soon. I want to start them myself but it's the patience for me 😩 but I know I'll eventually do them myself. Thanks for showing us your process.
thank you thank you! it’s not as difficult as it may seem. i’d suggest working in sections and moving at your own pace. you got this, i believe in you 🤎
Yeah I’m not waiting anymore, it’s time for me to loc up!!! Yours are beautiful!
I just finished my 8 year old daughter hair 4 day's ago and i started mines and i can tell you my hands are giving out 😂😂😂😂😂 ... Thanks for the motivation girl ... I stay on your videos just to not give up
you’re a trooper, 2 sets back to back😭sending you lots of strength queen, you got this! come back and update us when you’re done 💞
Girl, you a tremendous job, I keep thinking about it a long time. After seeing your video I fall in love more with microlocs. Thanks I want to see more videos of yours. 🙏👍🏽
thank you 💞💞
Honey your video helped me frfr to start my microlocs journey and I had to come back and tell you thank you so much❤️❤️❤️
that makes me so happy!! thank youuu, good luck to you on your journey 🤎🤎
Great job….. You got me wanting to install my own 😍
thank you🤎 it’s always an option
Hey love, you did AMAZING! I’m thinking about getting locs I’m so nervous…I originally saw you on Pinterest and that’s how I got here, your videos has inspired me to make my discussion. I’m so excited to start my journey very soon 💕💕💕
hi beautiful, thank you soo much💞
omggg that makes me so happy, i’m excited for you and your new journey. i wish you the absolute best!!!
@@queentyquana I will definitely have a lot of questions and I really do not wanna blow up the comment section LOL
@@makaylalance1508 i dont mind at all but feel free to dm me on either pinterest or instagram (both @perfectlyknottedlocs)
I've been looking at videos of people doing their own for like the past 6 months and I really wanty like this just don't have the patience or arm strength and just not sure ify hair is thick enough to carry this style always like microbraids and I like this even more cause it's your hair growing and they just look great
thank you!
i’ve seen microlocs successfully installed on thinner hair textures. maybe try to find people with hair that is similar to yours so you’ll have an idea of how your locs will evolve.
Omg, I am in loveeee. I have been thinking about doing these microlocs and the cost for a long time....but now I can do em myself...I will be starting this journey!!! Thank you so much for the motivation❤️❤️❤️❤️ and your hair looks amazing🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!
thank you so so much 🤎🤎 you can definitely do them yourself, wishing you a beautiful loc journey!
Honey chile I cannot convince myself to pay for these locs when I been doing my own hair almost 15 years now. In this moment I decided I’ll be doing my own microlocs😂
@@SofakingPastey don’t stop now, you definitely can do it!! i believe in you
You did that sis 👏🏽 I wish that I had patience like this 😑
thank you!! 🤎
I was so discouraged at other videos at prices and methods but I found you and I was encouraged thank you for your videos I am going to lock my yeah!!!!!
you are more than welcome! you got this, come back and let us know how it goes 💗
here from tiktok ❤ love the video! my loc inspo! thank you!
heyyy, thank you for being here 💞 that makes me so happy!!
You did great! I’m getting mine done in 1 month. Can’t wait!!
thank you so much!! i’m excited for you, wishing you a beautiful loc journey🤍
Are you braiding then twisting or just twisting? Im soooooo ready to start my journey! Thank you for this!❤❤
im twisting all the way down. let me know how your installation goes!
Ooo just realised I follow you from pinterest, started my microlocs a few weeks ago too so following :)
thank you for being here🤎🤎
You did a beautiful job..makes me really want to give it a go...thanks for sharing.
thank you so much! i believe in you 🤎
This is amazing, finding this vid has got me excited to start my loc journey!! (I get mine installed in 2 days) ❤️
Also... Did u start with braiding the roots of each twist?
thank you, i’m so excited for you to start your journey. come back and let me know how it goes ❤️ no, i didn’t braid the roots
How do you like them so far??
Wish I had seen this 3 yrs ago 😂. I still love my DIY girls tho!! Awesome ❤
thank you lovely, yes your locs are beautiful too 💞
I just keep doing two-strand twists over and over again. LOL. Thank you for the video. I want to just go ahead and loc. You're helping me.
i love how you’re taking your time, you’ll know what you’re ready.
no problem at all, i’m glad you’re finding my content useful 🤎
Me too!!!! 😂😂
One year in on mine. I have somewhat of a pattern. I didn't really care about that when I installed. LOVE MY LOCS💜
i love that you love your locs!!!
Well done!!!
I'm very sure now that I prefer no grid...thank you🧡
thank you!! i love my “no grid” grid 💞
Amazing job.. I can’t wait to get mines done in 2 weeks I’m so excited and with the length of my hair in the middle of my back I pray I get that my hair length should come out good 🤞🏾
thank you! wishing you a beautiful loc journey 🤎
Awesome job! So talented 👏
thank you so much! 🤎
Can’t wait to see more videos of you locs journey
thank you for being here🤎
I’m not sure if someone else already asked but, did you start the twist off with a braid?
she didn't braid the roots
Thinking about getting them. Yours are beautiful!
thank you beautiful!! i love them a lot and i’m super happy in my decision to get them
I’m doing my own as well!! I will not pay someone $800 for something I can do myself😂😂😂
okay period!! come back and let us know when you do. you got this 💗
wow... WELL DONE Darling.. I felt the deep breath you took there.
thank you very much 💞yes, it was a long process but i’m loving the results
Love it!! You did a good job! I was planning on doing my own as well thinking of starting the weekend. But I have some short pieces of hair
i’d say go for it. just try to do as much research as you can before starting. i ended up having to braid some of my short pieces around my edges instead of two strand twist.
thank you very much 🤎
@@queentyquana Okay and thank you as well
@@queentyquana you are welcome
Ok video going fast… how yall keep from coming down are you braiding the ends?
This video made my day & is so inspiring, thank u.
you’re welcome, you can do it!
Gonna get mines installed in two weeks!! I can’t wait so excited!!!😊
i’m excited for you! come back and update us on your journey 🤎
Beautifully done sis! I know you mentioned that you didn't use a grid pattern but can you recommend what technique you used to part the sections for each loc? The sizes looked so uniformed. I want to attempt to do my own microlocs but parting is my biggest struggle 😭😫
I reeeally like that size. Good job.
thank youu 🤎
These came out so good!
thank you so much!!
Job well done sis ❤, please how many locs are they?
thank you 💞 260
Love your work. I'm going to attempt mine soon. Real nervous
thank you lovely! you got this, i believe in you
the preparting was a hack i didnt think of! about to start the twists
wishing you a beautiful loc journey! keep us updated 🤎
@@queentyquana I legit started that day!! 2 weeks diy microloced now and I am in love!!! My traditional locs could never 😭
Your locs are absolutely beautiful!
i got it from amazon, it’s called 360 barber mirror.
thank you so much 🤎🤎
What is difference between two strand twists and microlocs? Are terms interchangeable or one becomes the other @queentyquana
@@lindaallder3662 two strand twists are starter locs. so they are your vehicle to get to mature locs or microlocs (which just means small locs)
@@queentyquana oh ok thx. So I guess to start I want 2 strand twists. I liked how your hair was at the end.
@@lindaallder3662 yes, at the end i interlocked the two strand twists. you can check part 2 to see how i did it.
I’ve started I’ve redone the same part of my hair 4 times because I just don’t like it, and now I’m starting to realise my parts are still too big but it’s very hard to tell, did you notice your twists changing size while they were locking? I don’t know if the size of the twist I’m seeing now ( not when I’m tugging on it, because it looks one size when I’m stretching it out by holding it and then another when I let it go it shrinks up and puffs out)will be the size of the formed loc. but I do worry about going smaller because of tension and weight, I don’t wanna be dealing with breakage or anything
i responded on instagram as well but im sure that the size of the part is the size your mature locs will be, at least thats what ive heard. im still very early into my journey so my locs arent mture just yet 🤎
I just took my traditional locs out to do some microlocs I’m using the the method you used to do mines
how’d installation go?
It good I loved how it turned out I didn’t want them too small but not to big because I know they still have to thicken up…..wondering if I should keep my curly ends or what 🤦🏾♀️
Wow love them!!!! Hope your making money doing others?!?! Because you slayed yours!!
thank you lovely!! not currently but maybe i’ll give it more thought a little later 🤍
Wowwww. Your hair came out beautiful
thank you so much 🤎
Did you blow dry your hair Or starting from a washed and natural dry head 1st. And how long has it been for you now with your locs? Thanks
yes, i started on clean blow dried hair. im 11 months loc.d now
You did a very good job 💕
thank you so much 🤎
Excellent job!
thank you! 🤎
Hi did you start the twist from the root or braided it in three and continued with two strand? Love your hair by the way. Hoping mine turns out nice too ☺️
hi, i didn’t braid at the root at all. i two strand twisted all the way down. i believe in you 💞
@@queentyquana Oh right. Thank you for the response 😌🙏🏾
These are so cute! How many hours did it take?
thank you! a lot of them but i’d say about 12 altogether. i finished them over the course of days
Beautiful!! Did you blow out your hair before you started your twist? Also did you go back and interlock them? If so what point rotation did you use? Thanks sis 😊
thank you 🥰 yes, i did blow dry my hair before. i went and started interlocking them the next day using a two point rotation.
@@queentyquana thanks so much, I will be starting my locs soon! Any idea what each rotation means?
@@dahdah954 2 point- you entered the loc in the same 2 directions (north ⬇️ & west➡️ for example) 3 point- 3 directions etc etc. from what i understand they can give you different results & certain rotations are better for certain hair types. i’m going to try and find the name of the book that other loc queens have recommended for more info.
@@queentyquana oh okay. Gotcha. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I will ask around as well. Thanks for your help Queen 🥰
@@dahdah954 no problem 🤎 the name of the book is the knotty truth by m. michelle george. they have it on amazon!
When you did your two strand twists, did you braid the root first. Or did you you just twist it from the root?
I believe that’s what she did. I’m getting microlocs at the end of the month and because I want to start with 2 strand twist my loctician will braid at the root then twist.
no, since i knew i would be interlocking immediately after i didn’t braid the root. i just twisted all the way down
I want to do mines .
you can do it!
I’m a little unclear about the very first section you did ear to ear. Then you pre-parted into five cornrows. Did you end up adjusting the amount of cornrows?
Great job! I am inspired!
thank you 🤎🤎
I keep doing two strand twists and trying to save up money to get them done. A part of me wants to treat myself and pay for it. The other part want to do it myself cause life keeps lifeing!!!! Lol. But how far down do you braid before twisting?
Thank you for the upload! ❤
Hi. I love your micro locks. I’m ready to start the journey as well but I don’t have the patience. I like how you were able to do it in parts and also at your convenience using the 2 strand method. After twisting the hair in two, do you do anything to it, or does it naturally lock itself over time.
hi, thank you! after installing the twists i interlocked them using a 2 point rotation. to maintain my locs overtime i interlock every 5-8 weeks. my hair naturally locks overtime but i do have to do maintenance every now and then.
@@queentyquanaHello! I love how you did your on micro locks and I ready to start my journey as well. When you say maintenance, do you mean maintenance on the part that is twisted and if so do you just take it down and re-twist the part that is twisted?
@@candacedavis5396 hi! you’re doing maintenance on your new growth. interlocking your new growth so that it can loc overtime.
Love your locs ❤how many do you have total
I wanted to see how you parted the the front of your hair as well. I started mines a month ago but pull them out. About to do them back again but am looking for a good parting style. I don't really like the grid pattern.
catch my video tomorrow! i am giving a detailed breakdown of my grid pattern | layout. i got you sis!
Thank you.... lifesaver😊
Hi,
This is beautiful! Did you blow dry your hair or let it air dry prior to installing?
hi! i blowdried my hair to stretch it before installing
Thanks!!
I’m in loveeee . My hair is so thick it’s gonna take a week but ima just enjoy the journey . What did u use on the locs ????
thank youu! & yes that’s the right mindset it may take a while but you’ll enjoy the results. i use a little murray’s twist gel, the water based one. you got this!
This is Beautiful
thank you! 🥰
Love the video, thank you! But also, what song are you using at the beginning? It's so good
thank you! im actually not sure of the song
Heyy!! I love your locs and I’m trying to start mine, did you braid at the root of your mini twist or do twist all the way down?
twist all the way down
How many locs do you have?
260
B E A U T I F U L!🤩
THANK YOU!!
You did a great job! Do you have to interlock immediately after you've twisted, or do you wait 4-5 weeks?
thank you! i interlocked immediately after i finished installing all of the twists bc i knew j was satisfied with the sizing.
Did you braid them at the root?
Bravo 👏🏾 ❤
Hey love! I’ve been studying your videos and I’m ready to start my journey. Just a question about the Murray’s Loc Lock vs the Loc N Gel. Which do I use to start my locs? Does it matter? How do you use? Just a little on your hand as you twist? At the scalp? I’m a little lost on the how there. Also once I two strand twist and interlock. I’m assuming I should just be wearing a bonnet nightly and not washing or manipulating for a month. Idk when is the right time to touch/style.
hi beautiful, congratulations on starting your journey!! i’d suggest using the murray’s loc gel or something similar to that consistency for your twists. i just used a little as i was twisting down just to give the twist a little hold. i didn’t put any on my scalp.
yes, wear your bonnet nightly and i waited 4 weeks before washing with shampoo but i didn’t spritz my hair daily. try not to manipula your hair a lot especially while it is wet because this will cause your twists to unravel.
@@queentyquana thank you sooooooo much. I’m super excited
Ok I have EVERYTHING now… but I paused. I have 2 more trips this year. I am a fish and live in the ocean . Last trip ends 12/5. I was thinking I should wait until I come back so that my hair can have at least 6 months untouched before my next vacation •. Thoughts? My first is in 9 weeks.
@@summerwillow4178 hm if you plan to get them wet often while vacationing id wait unless you plan on braiding your starters together and letting them dry in the braids every time (braid and band)
Ahhhhh I get it and I’m gonna wait until I return. Thank you, love!
Your locs looks great 👍. Can these be taken down eventually or do you have to cut off?
thank you 🤎 i’ve seen people comb out their locs using a lot conditioner and lots of patience 😭
With the locs you did, can you comb it out later and how often do they need to be refreshed?
im sure i could comb them out. i spritz them with water every 2-3 days
Beautiful!
thank you lovely 🤎
So when it’s time for a touch up do you interlock them?
yes
Your locs look really good did you twist from start to finish or did you braid the beginning?
thank youuu🥰 i twisted from start to finish
How long did it take you to do your own
i did it over the pan of 2 weeks. off and on
I plan on starting mine soon. I have a few questions plz answer if you can 😊. Did you use any products like grease or anything? 2nd did you braid the beginning on the loc a little then twist the rest ( I couldn’t tell). Last, you completed all the locs then wen back and interlocked? Thank you this will help so much
hi! i did use a little of murray’s twist gel when installing my twist. i didn’t braid the roots i just twisted them all the way down and interlocked once i was done installing all of the twists (the next day). wishing you the best on your journey 🤎
@@queentyquana Awesome can’t wait!!! thank you so much beautiful❤️
Your hair looks fabulous Can you show how you used the mirror
thank you queen, yes i’ll link it here when i upload it
ua-cam.com/users/shortsWxUJPsRunQ0?feature=share here it is!
@@queentyquana Thankyou your the queen
@@spirituallylovingme-11 we’re both queens 🤎
I love your hair.
thank you!!
Amazing!!
thank you!!
What products do you use to when installing micro locs?
Question
Why did u start on dry hair?
When u twist, are u just regular twisting?
i started on stretched hair to make the parting process easier. yes i am just two strand twist all the way down
Beautiful locks well done! How many locks do have in?
thank you sunshine, i have 260 loc babies 💞
Hey beautiful job! What was your hair texture when you were a loose natural?
thank you so much!! tbh i’m not sure, i could never really define my hair texture as a loose natural
Beautiful, how often do you toch them up?
thank you! usually every 6-8 weeks
Wait so you braid it at the top the two strand the rest?
twist all the way down
Love your hair 🩷 what hair did you use?
thank you! no extensions, all my natural hair
Did you just two strand them or did you also interlock them? I am in the process of doing mine myself and not sure if I want or should interlock them. You’re hair is cute and inspiring
i twisted and then interlocked once i install the twists. only interlock if your 100% set on the size of your starters. if not 100% you can just rock your twists to see if there’s anything you want to change
thank you!!
Thank you so much
Great.
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