Locs Resources

If you have dreadlocks or are thinking about growing them, you might have come across the term loctician and wondered what they were.  In this article, we’ll define what exactly a loctician is and how they can support and help you with creating and maintaining them as they grow. Related: How To Keep Your Dreadlocks Out Of Your Face? What is a Loctician? A loctician is a professional hair stylist who specializes in styling and caring for hair that is locked or in a specific hairstyle called dreadlocks. Locticians use various techniques to create and maintain dreadlocks, including backcombing, hand...

Many people want to capture the natural, shaggy look your hair takes on after you swim in the salty ocean. Sadly, unless you’re a professional surfer, you will likely not go into salt water daily.  The good news is that there are products like sea salt pray that can capture many benefits that salt water brings to hair. But what exactly does sea salt spray do for your hair? And is it worth investing in for your locs?  In this guide, we’ll be exploring the answers to these questions and more. That way, you can use sea salt spray for...

Oiling hair is a practice that’s been used for centuries. Many advocates of this practice claim it’s vital for maintaining shine and protecting hair from the wear and tear of everyday life. But precisely what is hair oiling?  And are any health benefits backed by science that are associated with it? If you want to discover the answer to these questions, and more, you’re in the right place.  In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about hair oiling and the many benefits that come with it. That way, you can decide for yourself whether or...

Beard dreadlocks are some of the hottest beard styles for men today.  Are you interested in growing beard dreadlocks but aren’t sure where to start? We’ve put together the ultimate guide to beard dreadlocks to explain how to grow, create, and maintain them starting today! Related: How Long Do Dreadlocks Last? What Are Beard Dreadlocks? Beard dreadlocks are a style of beard in which the hair is twisted, braided, or matted, also known as dreadlocks. Dreadlocks are a hairstyle where the hair can tangle and mat into long, rope-like strands. Beard dreadlocks are often worn as a personal statement or...

It doesn’t take an expert to know that the hair industry is rife with unnatural, artificial ingredients. Looking at the back of most hair care products reveals an essay of unknown elements you can barely pronounce. But it doesn’t need to be this way.  The reality is that plenty of all-natural products use plants as the primary foundation for taking care of your hair. But what’s the benefit of these products? And how do you find the best plant-based products for your specific hairstyle?  In this guide, we’ll be going over some of our top picks for plant-based hair products....