How to take care of faux locs and 10 ideas to make you look even more stylish

More than a simple hair style, faux locs represents beauty and a lot of power. They are called fake dreads have gained fame and made the heads of women in Brazil and abroad. Read on to learn a little more about this wonderful appliqué.

What is faux locs and why should you stick to this wonderful style?

A quick and easy way to grow dreads, faux locs are nothing more than faux, synthetic cornrows. Neyde Jordão, from the Afro Londrina salon, explained that the history of dread comes from a long time. “Dreads appeared in Peru in the years 200 to 800 after Christ. It started with the priests, who left their hair long, but it was with Bob Marley that dreads became more popular”, said the hairdresser.

According to Neyde, Jamaican natural dreads represent a form of resistance. She explained that dreads “were a form of identification, a religious trend, a social, political and economic struggle. They represented a lot. But nowadays, it’s a way for a person to show their look and, in a way, also represent a social layer, a struggle and a resistance through the hair”.

With this redefinition of dreads, faux locs emerges as a simple, modern and practical way to have your hair draped.

How faux locs are made

The application of faux locs is simple, but requires some special care. According to the hairdresser, the application is made with Kanekalon, jumbo hair or any hair that can be left in a long, round and cylindrical shape, as if it were a natural dread.

“The application is made from a root braid and these dreads can be made with a crochet needle or wrapped in the hair one by one, but with the synthetic dread ready”, commented Neyde Jordão.

“The faux locs is a synthetic dread that is added to the hair, not necessarily with a crochet needle to braid. But it can be passed through tweezers, a braid crochet needle. This application will last for two to three months, and can be removed without cutting the hair and there is no need to tighten the root, as it is not placed directly on the person’s hair, but through the root braid”, he explained. Neyde.

Questions about faux locs

Some doubts are very common when it comes to faux locs. For example, how to care, how to wash, what is the average price and etc. Want to clarify these doubts? So, check out the professional’s explanation:

1. How long does it last?

Neyde Jordão (NJ): “The average duration, if using the crochet braid method, is two to three months. But if they are made in a covered way in the hair, the duration is a little longer, about two to four months”.

2. How to wash correctly?

NJ: “It’s like you’re washing your natural hair with shampoo and conditioner. I always recommend not using products with jaborandi, aloe vera and keratin, because they dry out a little and don’t do that hydration. So, I always ask to use products with ceramides and shea butter, which are creams that will make the hair more free and untangled.”

3. What is the average price?

NJ: “The investment is usually around R$ 300.00. Maintenance must be done every three months and, normally, an amount of R$ 150.00 is charged”. But remember that the price may vary according to the professional and your region.

5. Are faux locs bad for the root?

NJ: “No! In fact, they help in growth, as it is made a root braid of the person’s own hair and then these fake dreads are passed. Because it is a rooted braid, this is the fastest growing braid. So it actually helps to grow.”

With these basic care, you can keep faux locs beautiful and stylish. Remember to research well before deciding which method you will prefer (crochet braid or covered), as well as the type of hair you will apply, ok?

How to make and care for faux locs

Take advantage of the momentum and check out the best videos about faux locs on YouTube! Next, you will find tips on how to put this hair at home, basic care for everyday life and some ideas for simply wonderful hairstyles:

How to make faux locs at home

Want to make faux locs in a simple and hassle-free way? So, watch the full video of dear Carol Soares and learn the right step by step on how to apply this beautiful hair at home!

How to make faux locs without nago braid

In this tutorial, Jacy Carvalho teaches how to apply faux locs without nagô braid. You can use the synthetic hair that you prefer and in the color that you like best. The tip is not to use elastic at the root, as it can be harmful to the health of your hair.

How to make faux locs in crochet braids method

If you like to try new methods of how to apply faux locs, then the suggestion is to check out this super complete tutorial. In the video, you learn how to make the hair following the crochet braids method. See how easy it is, you just have to pay a little more attention when parting your hair.

hairstyles for faux locs

Now that you know different ways to apply faux locs, how about investing in beautiful and charming hairstyles? In this video, Ritha de Kassia teaches wonderful ways to fix cornrows in everyday life. Check out options for various occasions and knock it out!

How to wash and care for faux locs

Want to learn the basics of how to care for faux locs on a daily basis? So, watch the video and see how to wash properly. Also, check out extra care tips to leave your hair simply flawless!

As you can see, taking care of faux locs doesn’t have many secrets. You just need to maintain a simple routine and do the maintenance every three or four months. And of course, take the opportunity to invest in beautiful hairstyles.

10 faux locs photos to change the look and rock every day

A mixture of tradition and modernity, faux locs has been popular with Brazilians and foreigners. Want ideas for beautiful and super different hairstyles? So, check out this list of photos to get you dying to join faux locs right now:

1. How about investing in a super modern and beautiful dreadlock?

2. For those who like to innovate, faux locs is a great bet

3. You can vary a lot in length, color and texture

4. This type of application looks beautiful on any woman

5. And it has been most successful

6. It is a very versatile technique

7. The tip is to bet on a model that is your face

8. And that matches your style

9. After all, faux locs is synonymous with beauty and power

10. So jump in and get even more wonderful!

Impossible not to fall in love with faux locs, right? Enjoy and also check out these beautiful ideas for ghana braids.