Video: How To Style Your Locks

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How to style Locks:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAU51pVqirk

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Creative Styling for Locks:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz6qM-oUzZU&feature=related

I hope this is helpful :)

FAQ from Naturally Unique Locks

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A: Sisterlocks™ is a natural locking hair management system that allows women with tightly textured hair to take advantage of a wide range of today's hairstyles without having to alter the natural texture of their hair.

Q: What are Brotherlocks?

A: Brotherlocks is a natural hair locking management system that allows men with tightly textured hair to take advantage of natural hairstyles without having to alter their natural hair. Brotherlocks is a modification of Sisterlocks.

Q: Does this mean that once I get Sisterlocks, I can still change my hairstyles?

A: Yes! Sisterlocks is a lot less limiting than extensions, because it's your own natural hair. You can curl it, braid it, wear a ponytail, cut it, spray or mousse it, wear bangs, and parts, you name it!

Q: Can I wash my Sisterlocks?

A: Yes. Your Sisterlocks should be washed at least once a week.

Q: Do I have to stop washing my hair for a long time before getting Sisterlocks done?

A: No, actually you should wash your hair with a residue free shampoo right before getting Sisterlocks and let your hair air dry.

Q: How often should I wash my Sisterlocks?

A: As long as you wash your Sisterlocks at least once a week, you should be fine.

Q: Do I have to use a different shampoo when I have Sisterlocks?

A: Yes, you will need to use a shampoo that helps the hair to loc and leaves no residue behind in your hair and removes residues that are in your hair. The reason for using this kind of shampoo is so important when you have locks, because locks like to hold stuff. When you have hair that is not locked the residues are free to fall out and fall out while you are brushing your hair. In comparison, hair that is locked, or locking the hair isn't free to let the residues fall out. So the residues begin to build up, and after a while they can cause the locks to mold. The residues also lubricate the hair, so the locks can't tighten as much as they can if there were no residue there.

Q: Can I get Sisterlocks if I have relaxed hair?

A: One of the great things about Sisterlocks is that you don't have to cut off your relaxer in order to start them. All you need is 1 1/2 inches of new growth at the scalp to start the locks. Then you can trim the relaxed ends gradually over time as your natural locks grow in. There are some things to watch for here though. For example, if you have a relaxer you know that when you let your natural hair grow in at the scalp you increase the chances of breakage. You need to take measures to protect the hair while you're letting the natural hair grow in. Some options during the transition period are: braided extensions; natural braided styles, frequent moisturizing and conditioning: always dampen the hair before combing through it; gently finger combing for detangling and styling. Once the locks are put in, work closely with your Consultant to ensure that the relaxed ends stay as smooth as possible during your transition into fully natural locks.

Q: Will Sisterlocks cause my hair to break or thin?

A: Just the opposite! Sisterlocks™ is a gentle technique that requires no chemicals, no excessive tightening, and causes no damaging abrasion to the hair or scalp. For best results, it is important that you work with a Certified/Trainee Sisterlocks™ Consultant that has been trained on the proper use of the Sisterlock techniques. You will find with regular care, and proper maintenance your hair will grow and grow and your styling options will increase.

Q: Are Sisterlocks permanent?

A: Because Sisterlocks allows the hair's natural interlocking process to unfold, they are true "locks". This means they are not meant to be undone. Technically, they can be taken out, but it is a long and tedious process, and it would be absurd to try, especially once the locks mature. (Imagine getting a small, needled shaped object and gently undoing each one of the small 400 plus locks from the tips down to the roots!) My rule of thumb, "As long as the potential client is worried about getting them out, I don't put them in to begin with."

Q: My Sisterlocks are shrinking, what is up with that?

A: It's normal for locks shrink right before they lock up. It means that all the hair in the locks is finally locking up. You will soon start to get your length back.

Q: What are the differences between, Sisterlocks, Traditional locks, and Dreadlocks or Dreads.

A: The differences between Sisterlocks/Brotherlocks, Traditional locks, and Dreadlocks or Dreads are the techniques used to form the locks , the look of the locks, the styling options, and in some cases, the shampooing process. Sisterlocks is the most cultivated form of locking that uses an interlocking technique of various locking patterns that works best with the clients natural curl pattern and hair texture, without the aid of waxes, gels, or heavy products, which can cause build-up in the hair. The client will began by using a residue free shampoo that keeps the hair clean and allows the hair to lock through the stages of coiling, encasement, and matting.

Q: How long will it take my hair to lock with Sisterlocks?

A: The time it takes the hair to lock with Sisterlocks depends on the hair texture, and also if the clients is following the recommended maintenance program. For these reasons, a consultation is necessary, by a Certified/Trainee Sisterlock Consultant. Your Consultant will examine your hair and provide you with information about Sisterlocks/Brotherlocks to help you pinpoint how long the process will take. Remember, this process is the most natural form of locking, be patient, and for best results, follow the maintenance process.

Q: Can I transition from traditional locks to Sisterlocks?

A: This is not recommended for many reasons: Here are some of them. The exquisite look of Sisterlocks is due in large part of the way they are started. The hair is sectioned according to pre-set patterns, and then parted into lock sizes that are based on density of the hair growth pattern, and the location of the head (i.e. usually smaller around the face). Parting for most traditional locking methods is not as detailed, and so won't produce the same results. When you change locking techniques within a single lock, for example going from a twisting method to a Sisterlocks method, you create a venerable area at the transition point. This weak area will tend to open up over time, exposing individual strands of hair that are prone to breakage


Information retrieved from: http://www.naturallyuniquelocks.net/

FIREPROOF: A MOVIE YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!!!

FIREPROOF: A MOVIE YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!!!!!

Click here/copy & paste to watch the trailer: http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/main.php


At work, inside burning buildings, Capt. Caleb Holt lives by the old firefighter’s adage: Never leave your partner behind. At home, in the cooling embers of his marriage, he lives by his own rules. Growing up, Catherine Holt always dreamed of marrying a loving, brave firefighter...just like her daddy. Now, after seven years of marriage, Catherine wonders when she stopped being "good enough" for her husband. Regular arguments over jobs, finances, housework, and outside interests have readied them both to move on to something with more sparks. As the couple prepares to enter divorce proceedings, Caleb's father challenges his son to commit to a 40-day experiment: "The Love Dare."

Wondering if it's even worth the effort, Caleb agrees-for his father's sake more than for his marriage. When Caleb discovers the book's daily challenges are tied into his parents' newfound faith, his already limited interest is further dampened. While trying to stay true to his promise, Caleb becomes frustrated time and again. He finally asks his father, "How am I supposed to show love to somebody who constantly rejects me?" When his father explains that this is the love Christ shows to us, Caleb makes a life-changing commitment to love God. And with God’s help he begins to understand what it means to truly love his wife. But is it too late to fireproof his marriage? His job is to rescue others. Now Caleb Holt is ready to face his toughest job ever ... rescuing his wife's heart.

"BABY OF THE YEAR"

MEET "N8 THE GREAT"

This is my friends little boy Nate and I had to post his photo because he is sooooo adorable and when I saw this photo it just made my day :)....

"Locks 4 years 10 mo's, after retightening" May 2008

"5 Year Lockversary right around the corner.....July 15, 2008"

Greetings, I know it has been a while since I have posted photo's of my hair but I have been extremely busy since this year has started and I haven't seemed to be able to make time for blogging. Every now and then I tried to post, but getting photo's was another challenge. I am coming up on my 5 year lockversary in July and I can't believe it. I am still very pleased with my locks :)

Right now, my only concern is getting my hairline to cooperate. Since I wore braids for so long before locks it thinned out my hair line, so I am trying to restore it. At Cherie's suggestion, I have been using Organic Root Stimulator Fertilizing Temple Balm, so we will see what happens, I am hopeful. It says it takes 8-12 weeks to see the results and I have only been using it for about 2 weeks and I have been faithtful, two times a day. Once my hairline starts to act right, I will have no complaints, for now (smile).




Here are a couple of photo's I took of myself before going to work this morning. I did a roller-set last week, so this is about a 10 day old roller set. Since my hair has grown so much, the roller-set doesn't make it to two weeks anymore:( As you can see this probably looks more like free-style, since the curls are gone, gone, gone.

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Life update: I will be vacationing in North Carolina in about 2 weeks and I am overly excited. My best friend/sister moved there almost two years ago and I went through a depression, we are so close, we believe we are supernatural twins. Second to my husband, she knows me better than anyone, I believe even my mother, even though I don't think my mother would agree. I have never been to NC, but aside from my BFF I have heard great things about it. On the pet note, I have decided not to get a dog, just too much work. I am already trying to juggle too many things, and it would not be fair to the little pup. I thought about getting birds, but my BFF got two back to back and they did not make it so I decided not to go that route......I guess I will just wait until it is time for me and my DH to have a little one. I think all along that is what it has been, my biological clock is ticking LOUDLY and has been for a while, and I have been trying to appease it by doing other things, but I see clearly now, I am ready to be a mommy and nothing can replace that :)


In a previous post I posed questions to moms and asked what you liked about motherhood and I got an overwhelmingly positive response. I am hoping when it does happen, I would like twins (one boy, one girl--runs in the family), so we will see what happens or better yet, see what God does.

**If you mommy's don't mind, since some of you did not get a chance to respond to my previous post, would you mind telling me what you like about motherhood and offer any advice?

Thanks
Abena {Favored Grace}

Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, The fruit of the (my) womb is a reward.
Psalm 127:3
* The Lord remebered me {Abena}................

"My Friends Described Me in ONE WORD"

What words did they choose?

Warm

Kind

Encouarged

Celestial (I don't really get this one....hmmmm)

Beautiful

Happy

Anointed

Committed

Attentive

Faithful

Compassionate

Godly

Spiritual

Amazing

Driven

Exhorter

Passionate

Funny

Unifying

Uncompromising (This is my favorite, thanks Rick)

If you want to play, copy and paste the message below and send it to your friends through email so that you can see how they describe you in ONE WORD:

Describe ME in one word.... just one single word. Send it to me and to me only. Then send this message to all your friends and see how many strange & interesting things they say about you. This is really fun.

"Lock Product Do's and Don'ts"

Greetings:

I have been meaning to do this post for a long time. On July 15 of this year I will be locked for 5 years (WOW).....It is hard to believe :) In the past few years I have been experimenting with various products to find the perfect ones for my locks, so I hope that this post is helpful. Hair products are very expensive so maybe this will help prevent some of you from purchasing a product that does not work for locks. In addition, I appreciate your input so that I can save money as well (smile).

Do's

Shea Butter Hair Lotion
http://www.komazacare.com/
This hair lotion is good. It does take some time to work into your locks, but once you do that, it adds a softness to the locks and it smells great:

Sulfur 8 Braid and Lock Spray
This fights dandruff and works well. Just to let you know, it doesn't have the same smell as the Sulfur 8 grease, so don't worry: Fantasia 100% Pure Tea Shampoo
I lovvvveeee this shampoo. It is light on the locks, but it cleans the locks really well. It also has a nice smell. One thing I have to have is nice smelling locks:

Tui Jojoba and Shea Butter Hair Shine
Another product that I absolutely LOVE! This gives your locks a nice shine, without looking or feeling greasy and once again, the smell is DIVINE. http://www.carolsdaughter.com/

Tui Hair Oil (Carol's Daughter)

Another Carol's Daughter product that I like. It is good for when your locks are really dry, I use it alot in the summer or sometimes just to give my locks a BOOST:Lock Butter (Carol's Daughter)

This product is a good substitute for hair grease, instead of using grease, this is a nice light grease-like lock product that can give the scalp a nice condition (Just be careful to not over do it, because it will look greasy):

Khoret Amen Hair Oil (Carol's Daughter)

I like this product for the same reason that I like the Tui Hair Oil, but I don't use it as much because I do not like the smell of it, neither does my DH.

Don'ts

Pantene (For Women of Color) Shampoo

I did not like this at all. It gives a nice lather and does clean the locks well but it is so thick that it takes forever to wash it out of your locks:


Pantene (Women of Color) Conditioner

I do not like the Conditioner for the same reason I don't like the Shampoo:

Tui Hair Leave-in Conditioner (Carol's Daughter)

I did not really like this product. One, it is too watery. Two, because I have so much hair I had to use a lot and it is pretty pricey. Third, it makes the hair so wet that the amount of time it takes to dry my hair almost doubles. I air dry my hair because I don't like using heat on it, so it is critical that my hair drys overnight, but with this after 12+ hours, my hair was still drenching wet:

Tui Hair Shampoo (Carol's Daughter)

I don't like this product at all. It was a waste of money. One, it is very expensive. Two, once again it is watery. Three, I have to use so much because of all of my hair, that by the time I am done washing my hair, it is time to purchase another bottle. Finally, it doesn't clean the locks well:

Healthy Hair Butter (Carol's Daughter)

This is definitely a product that is not good for locks. It is too thick and it is hard to get out of the locks. Also, it flakes up once the cream dries:

Organic Root Stimulator (Carrot Oil)

This product I used for the purpose of trying to stimulate my hair line because it is still thin, but it did not work at all and if you put it all over the locks, it takes forever to rub in:

PRODUCTS I WOULD LIKE TO TRY. PLEASE TELL ME IF YOU HAVE TRIED ANY OF THESE PRODUCTS AND IF YOU WOULD RECOMMEND THEM-----ALSO LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE ANY PRODUCTS TO RECOMMEND THAT ARE NOT ON MY LIST:

Mimosa Hair Honey (Carol's Daughter)

Hair Milk (Carol's Daughter)

Tui Hair Smoothie (Carol's Daughter)

Jojoba Hair Oil (Komaza)

http://www.komazacare.com

Coconut Hair Milk (Komaza)

Hair Nourishment Oil (Komaza) - Does this work to restore the hair line???

Fertilizing Temple Balm (DOES THIS WORK TO RESTORE HAIR LINES????)

http://organicrootstimulator.com/

Fertilizing Serum (DOES THIS WORK TO RESTORE HAIR LINES)

It's Finally Here :)

"Mostly True, I must admit"

What Abena Means

You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality. You are full of energy. You are spirited and boisterous. You are bold and daring. You are willing to do some pretty outrageous things. Your high energy sometimes gets you in trouble. You can have a pretty bad temper at times. You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together. You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people. You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?