How to Install Faux Locs at Home
Wrap synthetic hair around small sections of your natural hair, seal the ends, and maintain tension for locs that last weeks.
Step by step
Prep your hair
Start with clean, stretched hair that's been detangled and sectioned into small squares using a rat-tail comb. Each section should be roughly the size you want your finished locs to be.
Secure the synthetic hair
Take a small amount of synthetic loc hair and fold it in half around the root of your sectioned hair. Use the crochet method or simple wrapping to attach it securely at the base.
Wrap and twist
Wrap the synthetic hair around your natural hair section in a tight, consistent spiral from root to tip. Keep tension even but not so tight it causes pain or breakage.
Seal the ends
Dip the ends in hot water briefly or use the burning method if using synthetic hair that can be heat-sealed. This prevents unraveling and gives a finished look.
Set and maintain
Sleep with a silk scarf or bonnet and avoid excessive manipulation for the first few days. Refresh with a light oil spray as needed.
Questions people ask
How long do faux locs last?
Properly installed faux locs can last 6-8 weeks with good maintenance.
What type of hair works best?
Synthetic loc hair or marley hair gives the most authentic texture and is easiest to work with.
Can I wash faux locs?
Yes, focus on the scalp and let the water run through the locs, then air dry completely.
Variations
- Crochet method: Use a crochet hook to pull the synthetic hair through your natural hair for extra security.
- Twist and wrap: Twist your natural hair first, then wrap the synthetic hair around it for added texture.
- Goddess locs: Leave some ends loose and curly for a softer, more romantic finish.