Sisterlocks Shrinkage: a Closer Look!

This Sisterlocks model just flat ironed the right side of her locs between 380 and 430 degrees to showcase how much shrinkage takes place in Sisterlocks.

The straightening yielded her an extra five or more inches of length and sleekness.  She does have a deep curl pattern allowing it to bend and hold a bevelling.  This is only her 5th or 6th straightening within eight years.  For those with more resistant hair, large Caruso steam rollers were suggested. 

This same model is pictured prior to her haircut.  

I can not even imagine the length if she was to flat iron at this length!!!

Caruso steam rollers may not be as effective with extra long Sisterlocks lengths.  The steam rollers may also become too heavy or too stressful long locs.  Be careful of any added weight to the Sisterlocks.

Shrinkage provides volume in hairstyling, but for sleeker looks, heat is still the "go to" method.  Special thanks to the Sisterlocks model for sharing part of her journey with us!

Justin Kace Magnetic Wristband

Justin Kace Magnetic Wristband in XLarge.

I picked this wristband up at the 2015 Taliah Waajid  World Natural Hair Show. It holds clips, shears, sewing needles, and anything metal so I loved using this wristband during my last sew-in service.  Another stylist at the hair show mentioned a tray that can slide in the slots to avoid putting product on the back of your hands for the old school hairstylists out there.

There are other magnetic wristbands on the market, but this Justin Kace version is the best yet!  When paired with the Kim Kimble toolbelt, I can keep everything on me that I need for one client at a time.  Please see other articles on this blog for the Kimble toolbelt as well as the Clairol wristbands.

Empire: Princess Benita Blocker

My Heavenly Father presents Princess Benita Blocker.

Hair by Benita Blocker

Hair by Benita Blocker

Hair by Benita Blocker

Pictured is how I got started. I used the headband curling technique to achieve this style.  My locs required a couple of hours drying time plus an overnight sleep.  I believe I have talked about this headband method in another article on this blog.  It is a "no heat" styling technique, but it has a long drying time.  Actually, it is probably an excellent workout updo.  Be careful not wrap the hair or locs too tightly around the headband.  You do not want to stress the roots.

I had a mushroom look when I took the locs down from the headband so I decided to go with a side sweep styling.

Loc N : Loc twist wave edge gel

 Finally, I have discovered an edge gel that will even hold my hair down for more than two hours.  Loc N  Loc Twist Wave Edge Gel can be used to tighten locs, smooth edges, or twist hair.

 You can see how this gel does not move in the picture above.  That bubble is where I removed product from the jar.

Amazing right?

Manufactured by Alpha by Design. Formulated in Italy.  Distributed by Cut Creaters LLC.  I Discovered this gel at the World Natural Hair Show 2015.

June 2016 update:  Order from http://www.cutcreatersalonsuites.com/products.html

The manufacturer has also added more information in the comments section.

Taliah Waajid defines A Natural Hair Journey

Timeline description:  

Relaxer touchups -> 

Attempting to fit in with the Masses -> 

Yet experiencing breakage and/or shedding -> 

Pushes one into desperation of a big chop -> 

Thinking the new growth will look like all the curly ladies in the print ads -> 

But the reality is that all natural hair is not elongated and soft -> 

So through research and trial/error, one learns to Love one's own hair.

• Everyone does NOT survive this natural journey because of peer pressure, lifestyle, etc.
• Everyone will not have the same natural hair journey.
• Everyone who learns to work with the natural hair that God gave them often finds a renewal of spirit 
• and self esteem.

Taliah Waajid is in red attire pictured above 

from the 2015 World Natural Hair Show photo gallery.

Taliah Waajid's hair care line is everywhere.  It is easier to list the places where it is not than to list the places where it is sold.  What an incredible business achievement!  The road has not been easy, but she continues to lead!  Congratulations to Taliah Waajid for being an exceptional pioneer in our natural hair care industry!