What are good beginner locs? Full disclosure here: The best starter loc style is going to depend on your hair habits and lifestyle. “Typically, I suggest starting with comb coils, two-strand twists, ...

There’s still so much we have to learn about Black hair. Whether through the pressures of assimilation or the false assumption of ease in our haircare journeys, many Black girls and women grew up with ...

As you get ready to gorge and get inspired by these outstanding lob (long bob) styles, don’t forget that proper haircare is key. To get you started on the right path we scooped up a few key pointers ...

Today, locs are visible on red carpets and in boardrooms alike, worn by women of all ages. Their growing presence signals ...

Butterfly locs are the most recent edition of faux loc protective styles. The '90s-inspired, low-tension hairstyle uses water wave braiding hair to achieve a more carefree and textured version of the ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Down to make the switch to locs? Here’s what you need to keep in mind: 1. If you opt for faux locs, use ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Locs are an absolutely GOAT protective style, and no one can argue that, right? People have been ...

The way people buy into society’s beauty standards has always been bizarre to me. There is nothing logical about forming an opinion about someone based on physical appearance. However, this has been ...

We scoured the country to find the most sizzling salons and innovative stylists to show us what they do best—create show-stopping hairstyles! If you’re a stylist or salon-owner who would like to share ...

When it comes to styling locs and faux locs into some of the most creative and dynamic styles you’ve ever seen, no one’s doing it better than hairstylist Sherelle Holder. Her salon, Karibbean Kinks, ...

The loc journey is a profound spiritual experience. It’s also a deeply personal one, lending to varying styles and techniques that fit your individual preferences and lifestyle. Among the many ...

Kayla Greaves is the former Executive Beauty Editor for InStyle, overseeing all beauty coverage on the site. She has previously held positions at HuffPost and Bustle. Whether you've been on your loc ...