Budding locs are not a style of loc. Instead they are just one stage in a larger loc journey. When locs start budding, the hair inside the loc has begun to tangle and form an internal loc matrix.

Whether you’re considering locs for cultural, aesthetic or spiritual reasons, understanding how to start your journey properly is crucial. Here’s everything to know about starter locs, from ...

This method is a go-to for those eager to embrace locs, yet not willing to go through the time-consuming process of allowing hair to mature naturally. Here’s everything to know about instant locs.

However, women with locs aren’t buying into that notion either, with many women cutting their locs and starting a new set if they feel their journey has been compromised.