Interlocking VS Retwisting: My Pros & Cons | Keke J.
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- Опубликовано: 4 фев 2021
- This video was HIGHLY requested. I'll be going over my pros and cons with Interlocking and Retwisting. Make sure to leave any questions and comments down below. Thanks for watching!
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Age: 28
Hair Type: 4b
Big Chop: 7.21.2011
Microlocs Est: 10.12.2020
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Can somebody talk about how gorgeous this queen is! 🥂
❤right it’s giving Lauren hill , it’s giving brown sugar, it’s giving that chocolate glow she is really beautiful
I mean gorgeous!!
Beautiful!!
I thought it was just me 🔥
its just so darn pretty... if i ever "go natural" ill just do this.Literally it looks like stretched natural hair it doesnt even look like locs... i could just throw it in a bun... i could just go swimming.. i could just live but still be natural ... im so happy ive found you
Thank you so much! 💕
@@KekeJ I love the theme song
Aww u sound like a poet. Love this . U can try permanent loc extensions . Find. Good loctitian and speak to them about everything in detail before u commit. They r usually very helpful and nice . That way u can try it out and see for few months or less Incase u h CHange ur mind
yes!!!
Kallen your comment so cute💕
"I don't want my locs to mature holey". I heard that as "holy" and imagined a loc with a halo. 🤣
😍😍😍 she’s STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL!!! facially features r chiseled & perfectly symmetric! hair: FLAWLESS!!!
Thank you! 💕
girl your hair is soooo pretty omg 😭😭😭 it looks like loose hair but without the hassle. so so so so tempting
Thats exactly what made me start seriously considering locs but idk if my hair would look like that 🥺
i have micro locs and can confirm that thats exactly it 🥰 i retwist too
@racheldunn if you want this look without committing to locs Try mini twists!
Honestly, im team retwist #1 cause I have small traditional locs. #2, im not a fan of seeing scalp or parts in my hair so I prefer the " grown out" look. I usually wait every 6 weeks to retwist. I also think letting my hair grow out is healthier because I have 3c type texture and it will break if I over manipulate in any kind of way.
I laughed so loud at “and that’s about it” lol. I will be locking my hair starting today. I was so inspired by your hair!
Good luck on your journey!💙✊🏾
Congratulations and welcome to the Loc family 🥳🥰
😂 I couldn’t really think of anything else. And congratulations on your loc journey! 🥰
And this skinnnn 👏🏿. The color and it’s just so smooth, even toned, rich 🔥
Yes, I am all for the re-tie, 2 pt rotation. I do my re-tie every 8 weeks and it's working for me. I love how retwists look, but I'm all about low maintenance and minimalism. It's the retie for me. Your locs are gorgeous.
8 weeks girl the consistency. I do a re-tie every 4 months if I'm really lazy I'll push 6 months. I have had my loc's for 2 years and don't have problems with my grid and parts getting messed up.
Do you still interlock now? Have you experienced your locs looking more compact or thicker after interlocking?
@@Penelope416 Yes, I just hit 4 yrs in my journey and I still interlock every 8 weeks. My locs are compact/skinny and definitely more firmer feeling than with retwisted locs. I love them, they're like mini ropes. My daughter's first set of locs were traditional and retwisted and were softer feeling. She is now on loc set #3, approximately 220 microlocs and she loves the low maintenance.
@@micarae Thanks for your quick response! I've been doing more research on interlocking, and I'm glad it's worked for so many people. I'm just not sure if I would consistently do it. I may stick to retwisting, because I like the aesthetic of my locs looking more expanded, fluffy, and thicker.
I think interlocking is good for people with high density (thicker hair) such as yours because they will still have a fuller appearance. But I have low to medium density, fine strands so it may look less full on me.
Thanks for responding! Your locs are beautiful! 😀 😊
Your hair looks sooooo GOOD!!! I got my sisterlocks installed 10/15 and have 496. I REFUSE to ever self retighten them so more power to you for even starting your micro locks on your own; they are FABULOUS!
"when you finish that retie... what? Girl?.....you don't know who you talking to."
Lmao, I laughed so hard, it's very much true sis 😂😍
😂😂😂
Feeling kinda like that now. My sister interlocked mine last night 🤣✊🏾✌🏾
You are the definition of Queen. Thank you for the wisdom as I start my sister locks
It’s everything for me! The voice, personality, glow, crown! Yesss! And thank you for this helpful vid. I’m planning to start locs and I will likely interlock because I don’t have the time to retwist every week
I’m team retwist! I use aloe vera gel, water, and oil for my retwists and they last for about 2 weeks before it starts getting a little fluffy but I honestly like the volume
Good to know! That’s what I plan on doing once I start my locs 🙌🏾
@@BethannyRochelle I hope it works out for you!! Good luck on your loc journey 🤗
@@BethannyRochelle
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Hi Taylor do you use natural aloe vera gel?
I want to retwist because interlocking hurts my arms but it doesn't last longer than a week.
You and that word "crispiness"! Said with eyes closed, a smile on her face like she just had a bowl of ice cream! Love you, Keke. 💝
You know what. I’m gonna go ahead and say it. I’m switching to interlocking today. I’ve had my locs for a year and pros and cons you listed are right on point. I cant take it anymore! I just want my hair to look fresh !
This is so informative - thank you! Sounds like I’ll be a 2-point rotation interlock girl!
My retwist lasted for 2 weeks and honestly it could’ve lasted longer but I stopped tying it up after week 1. You gotta make sure it dries completely before you manipulate your hair or wet
My reason for why I like interlocking is because I have a very busy life style being a mother. So interlocking is a great way for me to get it done within one or two days on the weekends. It’s easy to maintain
When you talked about interlocking into another section, I felt that in my spirit! That was my biggest problem when I had micro locs.
Interlocking is so CLEAN! Way better than retwisting cuz it lasts so long! I just tried it out on my traditional starter locs then washed my hair and the parts were still poppinnnnnn!
i have to admit after watching your videos i am most definitely going to go microlocs.. thank you. Lionel is fabulous...and so are you.
You are literally THEEE CUTEST and hair goals for reeaallll!! I’m honestly so anxious to get my hair done. I can’t WAIT!
Your hair looks so beautiful 😘! Seriously you were very realistic. I'm now feeling inspire to interloc. Thanks for the content
Omg yes, those clips urk the hell out of me too! Retwist are so much easier but I’d definitely take the time for interlocking and not having to sit under the dryer nor worry about unraveling. I’ve never seen how the interlocking is done. So I’ll have to look that up but it’d be cool to see you do it when it’s time for you to do so.
First time here and I’m glad I spotted you❣️ I have been searching for loc ideas for a while now but your hair is my trust choice style of locs. Your locs are gorgeous lady, thanks for sharing❣️
Yes just stated my journey for the third time
And your hair looks beautiful!!!
i retwist my microlocs with no products :) i have 4c hair so it stays together for a while (idk if thats a factor but ive had no problems with unraveling too fast). im cool with it unraveling a little over time and hanging out like that for a while (about 6-8 weeks between retwists) bc it actually helps it mature faster by swelling and contracting on its own (freeform style). not the method if you like crisp looking long lasting retis but it works for me, my locs have matured very fast, and i love the volume! i also maintain the twisted roots by putting them in two strand twists or braids as im retwisting and keeping those in for at least 2 weeks!
Can't retwist to save my life lol. Tried to do it a few times but failed miserably. So interlocking is my thing. I am a DIY-er so I installed my braidlocs and maintain them myself about every 7 weeks or so. My only cons with interlocking are 1) the time it takes and 2) the constant danger of interlocking hair belonging to another loc. Really love your locs and your volume is to die for!!
Thank you so much! 💕 those are my cons as well 😫
I am so glad I came across your videos. Thank you my sista, thank you. And your energy is super chill and my speed. Namaste.
Stumbled across this video while trying to decide which loc method I want to go with and this video sold me on interlocks... Wanting the style to last and not wanting to use certain products makes interlocking seem like the only choice. Thanks for the video!
Yes definitely! That was my intimate deciding factor as well. It’s very nice to be able to exercise, swim and wash my hair without having to worry about it . Thank you so much for watching! ❤️
I'm really loving how your hair is growing out.
I started mine with micro braids of my natural hair and used interlocking for new growth. Love it!
I could listen to you talk for days. Love from South Africa ❤
I so love this video thank you I started my daughters already but for myself I been waiting I’m so ready now
Yay! I have been searching for a video like this! ✨
I use the 4 pt rotation method. BTW your hair is SUPER gorgeous and so are you! Thanks again for another great video
Thank you! 💕
Thank you this is very informative, crazy not what I searched but it helped me a lot to know the difference thank you im subbed queen🔥
Gurllllll! I love your hair! I’m trying to start locs with the 2 strand method, but your hair is everything.
Thank you
I have locs I started myself and looking at your video was helpful.
I’m going to keep doing two point rotation so my locs can be fluffier as well
I use to palm roll in the beginning. But I have to shampoo weekly and I felt like I was wasting my time. So now I interlock. And I love it.
Your hair is everything!!!!
I have two locs (at my temples) and initially locked them using the interlocing method. After watching some videos after the fact I saw a bunch of people talking about how bad it is for the loc and how it’s makes them thinner, etcetera etcetera.
Soooo, for months (I did them November 2020), I tried doing the re-twist method instead but when I tell you my hair did not loc at all and after adding just a spritz of water they were unraveled. Smh. I finally caved and just decided to interloc again cause there was months worth of new growth just sitting there. Plus I watched your videos and saw that the method wasn’t damaging your locs and you have a head full lol. It’s definitely a better method for my two little locs and because I don’t redo them until I see a significant amount of new growth I’m pretty positive I won’t experience any thinning or such.
I just do “two” points (they’re random though so really not even two honestly) and I don’t use any tools. I just thread the end through the top with my fingers.
I could listen to ur voice all day, thanks for the video dear ❤ I think I'll stick to interlocking with my texture
I was watching TikTok and decided to RUclips microlocs cause this beautiful Queen had some! And it’s you again🤤🥰
Yeahhhhh seeing your hair, Imma interlock. I haven’t started my locs yet ( probably this weekend!) but I want to do two strand and then move into into interlocking. Awesome video!
Your just gorgeous all around !!! Thank you for the video and content! I am in the process of considering combing out my “traditional locs” that where started with loc extension. Am at a year and a half with my own natural locs no extensions. I want body and don’t see me styling my hair in her future. I love the body your hair has !!!
Looking beautiful as always, hair looks amazing!! Very informational 💕💕.
Thank you! 💕
thanks for this... the biggest take away was the volume based on the point rotation... im about to do the first retight on my youngones natty locs and couldn't figure what method and why... ps... your hair & beauty is flawless!
THANK YOU Keke!! I think I'm ready to start this journey with me and my 4 boys..😳😬
You are so beautiful, damn. 😍 I'm getting my micro locs installed Sunday and I'm excited. No looking back for me. I hope the stylist does them so good, that I never have to start over! I'm done with combing my natural 4c hair. Plus I'm tender headed which causes me to go months without washing and combing. I did the big chop 2x in the last 5 years because my hair started locking on its own. I just hope mine looks half as good as yours. 💙
Omg I love you for this! Thank you so much for your insights
I get my dreds interlocked every six months. I don't have to twist my hair for almost 8 weeks after I interlock, I just wash n oil it. I love interlocking because my hair is soft n it keeps them together. It takes me and hour to re twist and 4 hours when I get it interlock ed. 20 years locked here. I do cut my locks about 3 to 4 times a year to keep them neat and to stop them from getting too long
I really love this style, I am seriously considering it. This video helps. You and your mane are Gorgeous😍
Very informative video. I think I’m ready now!
I just took out my original love and interlocked ( stylist called them micro).. but I originally did my deposit foe sisterlocs. I love the versatility with my hair so I’m not complaining about maintenance and upkeep. Thank you foe dropping knowledge.
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Thank you! You just helped me make a big decision!!!
My hair texture is 3b/c and so it will just slip out of a retwist so I LOOOOVE interlocking. Loooove it. Also my last touch up was only 2hrs (though I have much less locs and they are more on the medium size)
Thank you for this video.😊 Super dope and informative.
You’re so pretty :) I’ve seen your pictures and stuff on IG but never your channel and I’m glad i found you
I love me a good southern accent! Ooouuu you’re a joy to listen to !!!! 🤪😍❤️❤️❤️❤️
I have been locs since last Nov around Thanksgiving. I personally love interlocking.
Loving your progress
God!!!! You are gorgeous and so is your hair Sis❤
Your hair is gorgeous! Going to be micro loving my 4b/4c THICK hair & I’m so nervous lol. I want mine to have volume, so I’m glad I found your page. Love the 2-point recommendation vs the 3 & 4-point.
I love that our little re-twist community is growing! Your curls today is doing it ❤️
Oooop continued watching lol. But respect your decision on the re-tie. Retwisting not lasting is a true issue but I’ve figured out some helpful tricks
Thank you! 💕
Thanks so much! This was so helpful!
Girrrrrrrrrrrl YOU ARE GORGEOUS!!!!. My goodness😍.
I have traditional locs...but I prefer interlocking. I only do it every 3 to 4 mths
Subscribed girlfriend 🙌🏿! This was a great and informative video! Thank you so much for sharing ❤️!
God !!!! your locs are so beautiful!!!!
So beautiful
So damn beautiful
If only my hair were thick I wouldn’t think twice
Lionel is a catch😉❤️
Thank You for this wonderful video
I love your smile !!!
Found my answers. Thanks for making this video
Learning alot as I am thinking of locking
Your video is very informative! Beautiful hair and accent!
Hi. Have been watching for a min now. Bout ready to take my journey. Glad to see yours! And yes! I'm into interlocking! At least I think so... lol... initially I was going to do micro locs. But the time vs my length...and if I ever thght of going to something the money!!! So I said I wld do small locs... ut overall I realized what I really liked about them and it was the majority of the ones I saw... they were interlocking... so now I know... its the interlocking look I like... thanks again. Great vid!
Thank you! 💕 I’m excited for your journey!
Your intro drew me in. New subbie!
You’re very pretty & your mane is glorious.
I’m team retwist. I also have traditional locs so I feel like a retwist is better for my locs.
I love the music you use in your videos!!
Team interlocking👋🏽 it’s the best 🔥
Nice video. Your hair Bangin!!!
Lionel looks amazing and gorgeous! She’s on 🔥🔥🔥!!!
Thank you! 💕
i love your hair!! it looks so beautiful
Thank you! 💕
Thank Sis! Love and Respect.
You're gorgeous! Your hair is so pretty.
The unraveling of the locs is what took me so long to start my locs I hate all the product and clips when I found out about microlocs with the 2,3, and 4 pt rotation I did my locs the next day
Your 👏🏿 hair 👏🏿 looks👏🏿 so👏🏿 GOOOOOOD
Hey Keke! I support those pros and cons..I had quite a hard time choosing which way to maintain my microlocs. I started with interlocking (did it twice) before I got inspired to retwist. The time consuming nature of interlocking coupled with grabbing strands from the neighbor locs drove me into retwisting...that plus looking into the future, when I might be unable to retwist my hair I can go to a loctician and it won't be expensive -unlike interlocking.
I however combine both methods; interlocking the locs all round my edges (coz they are prone to loosen after a retwist) then retwisting the rest. So far, so good, I'll know in a couple of months if it'll be a good decision.
I honestly think that for those of us who thought they've 'escaped' from natural hair struggles become dumbfounded with the toll the maintainance of microlocs takes on someone once they in..esp to me. It's an easier process if you have a loctician or you're enthusiastic about your hair like Keke :-) For me, I take a month at a time..love my microlocs! I'd choose that anyday compared to loose natural. Choose wisely friends, what you'll be able to maintain in the long run. I wish I had the luxury of having and going to a loctician.
I am a loctician. I stay in Newcastle
Hi Nelly. I hope you're great. I'm really interested in seeing how your hair looks now, if you still have your locs. I'm just starting my journey and would like to see what the retwist looks like.
@@oluwadunsinadebayo2797 Hey, I can show you...but I stopped retwisting after doing it twice and went back to reties till now :-)
@@nellymckenna6552 oh. Why's that?
@@oluwadunsinadebayo2797 The twisting didn't last as long as reties, that discouraged me from continuing with it
Looks beautiful Keke...
Starting my locs this weekend. Can’t sleep. Just thinking about it
Your hair is so beautiful but I just know my hair texture is nothing like yours lol I will still try to see how it looks on me thank you for this informative video 😍😍
Your hair is absolutely gorgeous♥️
Thank you! 💕
omfg, i swear. when i had my micro locs, they were about that size. maybe lightly bigger. but i swear, every time i would retie, they would always get caught up in each other. no matter what way i used to interlock them. by the end, i would only interlock with my fingers because it was the easiest to keep each lock separate. There are SOOOO many things that I miss about my locs, and seeing yours make me miss them even more. But they were also low key, a nightmare. You are so right, that month goes by so fast and for me it got to the point where I dreaded having to retwist. I started neglecting the back, and they got so matted together that I just ended up taking them out. But I miss them so much you have no idea!
I started interlocking October 21' it was the best decision ever!! I wanted as natural as possible only products is oil and water for moisturizing , get up and go, easy wash and go easy easy easy easy
I love this video!
I definitely will be locking my hair in the next year or so. I just got hang time and i want to enjoy it 😅
Same😂
Hi 👋🏾 I like to interlock my hair for same reasons you mentioned & my thin hair looks fuller.
This is EXACTLY how I want my hair to look 😭
I love your locs😭😭💕
I felt like getting microlocs... Weeks ago.. I had given up... Now am going for it
I love your hair and you are beautiful!