Loc wash days 🫧

2025/4/15 Edited to

... Read moreWash days can be a transformative experience for those with locs. Not only do they cleanse the hair, but they also provide a moment of self-care and reflection. Incorporating the right products, such as gentle shampoos and moisturizing conditioners, can enhance the health of your locs. Additionally, creating a routine that includes scalp massages can increase blood circulation and promote hair growth. Many find that integrating weekly or bi-weekly wash days strengthens their locs and helps maintain their vibrancy. It's important to understand the unique needs of loc'd hair, including how often to wash and what products to avoid, as harsher ingredients can lead to build-up. Sharing experiences and tips within communities, such as #locjourney or #womenwithlocs, creates a supportive space for individuals to learn from each other and celebrate their hair journey.

15 comments

Mary Mary's images
Mary Mary

🍋🥰❤️😂😭🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

nolagal78's images
nolagal78

omg I definitely can relate. I hated washing my hair and the detangling was the worse. I've been locd for 4 yrs this summer. best decision I've ever made with my hair.

See more(1)

See more comments

Related posts

✨Beauty: Loc Hydration 💦 Tips For The Holidays🥶✨
Winter can be tough on locs, but keeping them hydrated doesn’t have to be! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help your locs thrive during the colder months. Whether it’s daily care or your wash-day routine, these tips will have your hair feeling soft, moisturized, healthy, and growing! 🌿 Daily Hydr
Margarita

Margarita

1242 likes

Loc Hair products to use on hair wash day
Loc hair products for wash day 🛍Brand: Shea Moisture , As I Am & Green Leaf purchased on Amazon #locnation #haircare #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #locs #locstylesforwomen #locs4life #washday #washdayroutine #aesthetic
Coco Divine

Coco Divine

341 likes

Current Loc Products | Tap in😮‍💨🌱
✨ ℂ𝕦𝕣𝕣𝕖𝕟𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕠𝕕𝕦𝕔𝕥𝕤 𝕀 𝕌𝕤𝕖 𝕠𝕟 𝕞𝕪 𝕃𝕠𝕔𝕤 𝕚𝕟 ℝ𝕠𝕥𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟 ✨ Disclaimer ‼️ These are products that work for me. 𝕊𝕝𝕚𝕕𝕖 𝟙 🪴 In between fresh styles or as needed, I’ll use the Sulfur8. It does help manage dry scalp and dandruff but does not get rid of it. They also have this as a spray which works really
Nakiya 🌸

Nakiya 🌸

2327 likes

Loc Wash Day Routine 💕🫧
Let’s be honest , who doesn’t love a good loc wash day video ? 😍🌱🌻 Products used : Design Essentials #locroutine #locjourney #locs #locinspo #naturalhair
Briwalls

Briwalls

271 likes

Loc Products | Loc Community Tap In😮‍💨🌱
Retwist day, or even just a simple wash-day, is a day full of arm soreness, a surplus of water, and some amazing hair products. My washday features some of my product faves from: 🥭 Jamaican Mango & Lime Shampoo 🍋‍🟩 To keep my scalp fresh and buildup-free. 🌴 Tropical Roots Conditioner🏝️ T
Margarita

Margarita

668 likes

A person with starter locs smiles, showcasing their hair, with text indicating it's "Wash Day WITH STARTER LOCS."
Two shampoo bottles are shown on a bathroom counter, one for deep cleansing and another for moisturizing and scalp care.
Four hair care products are displayed, including a leave-in conditioner, a hydrating spray, a bonding oil, and a scalp treatment.
First starter loc wash day 🚿
One week and three days since starting my loc journey and this wash was much needed! My scalp needed some TLC and these products definitely provided that ✨ #starterlocs #washdayproducts #locs
Emely Zayra

Emely Zayra

31 likes

for loc girlies
My Wash Day Must Haves 1: Design Essentials Shampoo and Conditioner I love this brand ! Ever since I started my locs I have fell in love with this brand. It smells good and there is no stripping of your hair. I use the conditioner sometimes not all the time when I wash my locs. But both 10/10
Dee

Dee

57 likes

Three hair oil bottles are displayed: Difeel Tea Tree Premium Hair Oil for scalp care, Difeel Rosemary & Mint Premium Hair Oil infused with biotin, and Parachute Advansed Amla Hair Oil with coconut and almond.
A hand holds a bottle of Difeel Tea Tree Premium Hair Oil, described as soothing for dry, itchy scalp with a pine smell.
A hand holds a bottle of Difeel Rosemary & Mint Premium Hair Oil, noted for providing moisture and having a minty smell.
New Loc Essentials ✨
I have been doing a lot of research over the past few days to educate myself on loc maintenance. I have thick, 4B/4C mixed hair that requires LOTS of moisture. So far, these are the top recommended products I have come across: * Difeel Tea Tree Oil * Difeel Rosemary & Mint Premium Ha
Brianna

Brianna

677 likes

Micro Loc Wash Day ✨
Micro Loc Diaries Ep. 2 | Wash Day ✨ • • • #locs #microlocs #starterlocs #locjourney #locwashday
Sha-Deana Z

Sha-Deana Z

21 likes

Loc Wash Day/Skincare ASMR Routine
#locs #washday #skincare #asmr #meyahiman
meyahiman🍉

meyahiman🍉

2 likes

clean girl shower routine on non hair wash days!!!
Dry Brush - you could totally find these in stores like Walmart and target but they also have them on Amazon in different colors !! Sugar Scrub - Once again, Walmart, target, Amazon, or the actual website too. I think the usual prices are like 8 to 10 dollars !! Body wash (method) - Same as
mella

mella

996 likes

An assortment of hair care products for locs, including shampoos, gels, and oils, displayed on a fluffy gray surface. A flyer promotes a professional program for stylists. The products are designed for various hair types and textures.
Natural loc care products
Guys, I just tried out Loc Oasis and saying it's amazing is an understatement! 🌟 It makes my scalp feel brand new, and the products are lightweight with no buildup for my 4a/4b textured locs. The tension oil is incredible—I kept a high ponytail in for TWO DAYS! 🙌🏾 If you know, you know. 😉 I hig
Hope 🤍

Hope 🤍

43 likes

A close-up of blonde locs with dark roots, styled in a half-updo with a gray scrunchie. The image has text overlays 'Loc Dos' and 'SWIPE >>>'.
A close-up of blonde locs with dark roots, styled in a half-updo with a gray scrunchie, showing the texture and color contrast.
A person's back view, showcasing long, dark, curly locs. A hand is seen holding up one of the curly locs.
for my loc girlys 🌟
Good Hair Products for Locs ✨ ⤵️ Shampoos 1. Dr. Bronner’s Peppermint or Tea Tree Soap (Diluted) • Great for clarifying and removing buildup. 2. Jamaican Mango & Lime Tingle Shampoo • Helps cleanse the scalp while maintaining moisture. 3. K
Nayiaa

Nayiaa

1734 likes

LOC WASH DAY!
What do you use in your locs?? I love using Design Essentials for my wash days. #locroutine #locdhaircommunity #locgrowth #locwashday #locproducts
Big Lay

Big Lay

48 likes

A hand holds a spray bottle of Aloe Vera Water with Deep Sea Mineral, Rosemary, and Lavender. Text highlights its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, and healing properties for hair, skin, and mind, helping with dry scalp and cleansing.
A hand holds a Locsanity Grapefruit Coconut Lime Tightening Spray with Black Hawaiian Sea Salt. Text indicates it helps hair loc faster, is great for sensitive skin, promotes healthy scalp, and stimulates hair growth.
A hand holds a bottle of African Pride Olive Miracle Anti-Breakage Formula Olive & Tea Tree Growth Oil Treatment. Text states it seals in moisture, prevents dryness, promotes healthy hair and scalp, and smells good.
loc wash day essentials
I have Seb Derm and these are some of the products i use on wash day for my locs 🫶🏽 I’ve also reattached my locs recently and the tightening product made my locs reattach faster. It could also be used for starter locs to speed the process a bit. You shouldn’t be using a lot of oil on your h
Woo 🌺

Woo 🌺

20 likes

Loc Wash Day
#locjourney #locgang #locretwist #locs
Krystal | Locs & Lifestyle🤎

Krystal | Locs & Lifestyle🤎

28 likes

Loc Diaries: Issues with hydration
Dear Scalp: I’m entering my third year of my loc journey, I started out with a couple of baby locs to now being able to put my hair in a back ponytail 🥹. I love my hair and I want to do right by my head. Sometimes I lose track of time during the week so it leads to incomplete hair routines...
Tiara

Tiara

895 likes

REMINDER TO WASH YOUR COOCHIE 🫶
#summerseve #femininewash #foruyou
𝒥𝑒𝓃𝓃𝒾𝒻𝑒𝓇🌹

𝒥𝑒𝓃𝓃𝒾𝒻𝑒𝓇🌹

56 likes

7 Days of Locs Day 4
It’s not enough to just have locs… you gotta know how to take care of them. From the products you use to the protection they need when you sleep. You’ve got a crown on your head, not some cheap hat💯 #locroutine #locmethod #loctransformation #locjourney #locsformen
Hny_eyed_drd_hd

Hny_eyed_drd_hd

16 likes

Microloc wash day!
I usually wash my hair once a week or when ever I feel the need ( usually more than 1 time ) but I had a style and so this is a wash after 2 weeks!! The longest I’ve went in a while!!! How many times do you wash your Microlocs??? #microlocs #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
microlocd shordy

microlocd shordy

66 likes

Herbs + Oils for Dry Scalp (Loc-Friendly)
No heavy paragraphs, just the basics. This is my quick herbal oil + rinse combo to calm a dry, itchy scalp without gunking up the roots. Description: Dry Scalp Herbal Oil (for scalp massage) • 2 tbsp jojoba oil • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp dried nettle • 1
Very Real Virgo Herbals

Very Real Virgo Herbals

3 likes

My Loc Journey: Growth, Confidence, & Care 🌸
When I started my loc journey, I had no idea how much it would teach me about patience, growth, and self-love. Every stage — from starter locs to styling, coloring, and finding what works for my hair — has been a lesson in embracing change. These photos capture a little bit of everything: the tw
Kayla Hale

Kayla Hale

36 likes

🧖🏾‍♀️ | love/hate relationship with hair wash days
How long does your wash day typically take? #explorepage #fypシ #trend #foryoupage #explore exploremore #viral #tiktok #contentcreator #content #reels #fyp #hair #hairtok #curly #washday #washdayroutine
𝜗𝜚 ࣪₊˚K I R A  ࣪˖ ִ𐙚

𝜗𝜚 ࣪₊˚K I R A ࣪˖ ִ𐙚

27 likes

✨🌱 My 6 Loc Tips | DROP YOUR LOC PICS & TIPS! 🌱✨
🌱 Loc family, let’s talk hair care and drop your loc pictures below and share what’s helped your hair flourish! Whether you’re a few months in or fully matured, there’s always something new to learn in this journey. 📝 For me, I’ve learned that consistency is everything. Here are a few things tha
Margarita

Margarita

158 likes

Car wash days >>>
I’m here like twice a week 🤣🤍 #carwashday #carwash #cleancar
Makaila 🤍

Makaila 🤍

47 likes

MY LOC ROUTINE 🚿💆🏾‍♀️
What products do you use/recommend for locs?? Im still trying to find the perfect re twisting gel🥲 #locs #loctips #blackhairstyles
Keni

Keni

286 likes

WASH DAY ROUTINE ✨🍋
My favorite days is wash day. My scalp is literally breathinggggg. These are some of my favorite products to use. What’s your favorite product for your locs? #embracevulnerability #springbreak #Lemon8Diary #washdayroutine #washdayproducts #locstylesforwomen #locs #locsjourney
Itsmariahlashae

Itsmariahlashae

17 likes

5 more loc tips I’ve learned <3
I am approaching my 1 year anniversary🤭🥹 we love that for me! I’ve been seeing the girlies comments and I am so proud of y’all💛 Keep it up!! • • 1. Let your Locs BREATHE! Contestant styling and pulling at the roots of your Locs can damage them and thin them out😕 Not fun. Scalp gon be sore and
Soft Girl Era💕

Soft Girl Era💕

46 likes

✨Loc bob ➝ curls, new glasses, same me (maybe)✨
Taking my bob down was like a breath of fresh air! Nothing compares to the way your hair feels when it’s free again. 🖤 The curls, the movement, the vibe… plus these new glasses are giving exactly what they need to give 👓✨ One thing I’ll never get over about this journey is the versatility. Locs ar
As Told By Qui

As Told By Qui

8 likes

✨🌱 3 Years Loc’d | AMA + SHARE YOUR LOCS! 🌱✨
✨ Let’s talk locs! 💚🌱 I’ve officially been loc’d for 3 years and 13 days, and it’s been one of the most rewarding (and eye-opening) hair journeys I’ve ever had. From learning how to maintain them, to pushing past the mini awkward phases, to watching them mature and transform, every stage has taught
Margarita

Margarita

17 likes

Run and try these on your next wash day ! ✨
#washdayroutineproducts #locs #locjourney #locretwistday
Shaun Scott | Bookgirlie 📚

Shaun Scott | Bookgirlie 📚

98 likes

MICRO LOC DIARIES ✨
Micro Loc Diaries Ep. 1 | Braiding & Banding Day ✨ • • • #locs #microlocs #starterlocs #braidingandbanding #locjourney
Sha-Deana Z

Sha-Deana Z

32 likes

Micro Loc Wash Day African Pride
Let’s get these locs together. I was in desperate need of a wash
Audreylocz

Audreylocz

8 likes

love a slick back on wash days 🫶
mc ✨🪩💗

mc ✨🪩💗

1200 likes

Loc wash day 🍋
I detox my locs twice a year, and it's always such a refreshing reset! 🧖🏾‍♀️ I've been loc'd for 7 years now, and taking care of them is a huge part of my routine (when I feel like doing my wash and retwist myself lol) Do what works for you 💯 Here’s what I’m currently using to wash and
TheRealBeezy

TheRealBeezy

13 likes

An overhead view of a person's head, showcasing their dark locs with visible new growth and reddish ends. Text overlays read 'Storytime', 'Why I chose to Loc my hair', and 'Lemon8 @khaylalaa', indicating a personal loc journey.
Why I chose to Loc my hair✨👑
✨I have have my hair in locs for 1 year and 10 months!! Time has FLOWN!! ✨I began my locs to begin a new chapter in my life. My precious relationship had recently ended and I was ready for a change. ✨My loose natural hair frustrated me so much. I used to dread wash days, styling it, everythi
Khay✨

Khay✨

39 likes

loc care secrets 🤫
let me introduce you to my (4th set of) locs. I started them 3 years ago from a faded hair cut. my locs are my pride and joy so keeping them healthy is a top priority. since joining this journey, I’ve learned to be a lot more patient with my hair and myself. I’ve learned that doing less is more
.deidra.

.deidra.

694 likes

4C Natural Hair Wash Day
Wash days are a little easier thanks to the Revlon brush hair dryer! I still can’t wait to loc my hair, this is annoying 😂😂😂 #washdayroutine #4chair #mielleorganics
Marlesia

Marlesia

100 likes

PRETTY LONG LOC BABE ✨
✨Bad days are going to arise. Acknowledge the bad and embrace what's good. Let it go because every sec starts a new reality when you use your free will. #IAM ✨
Daizy Flowers

Daizy Flowers

1 like

Loc Detox & Wash 👀😁😎
Pro Tip : A Detox is recommended once a year 💖 Watch the process of loc detox on my client Looks so satisfying ☺️ #locnation #locjourney #locdetox #fyp #atlanta
Hair By Feezie

Hair By Feezie

20 likes

A smiling woman with dark locs looks at the camera. The image has text overlays that read 'LOC MAINTENANCE' and 'How I take care of my locs', indicating a hair care tutorial.
Three hair care products are displayed: a yellow bottle of Master Cleanse, a black tube of On the Rocks Detox Scalp Scrub, and a green bottle of Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine conditioner, illustrating the cleansing step.
A back view of a person's head shows dark locs styled in neat two-strand twists, with the scalp visible. The text overlay indicates 'Retwist with Two Strand'.
Loc Maintenance 💆🏽‍♀️
I wash my hair before I go to my Loc Girl for her to retwist and double stand twist my locs. I leave in the 2 strand twists for a week or so and take my dreads out cause I prefer them curly and this is the best way to do it! #lemon8beauty #locs #locsstyle #locstylesforwomen #locsjourney
LadyBaby

LadyBaby

115 likes

Loc Girlies Unite
The freedom of locs goes beyond just a hairstyle; it’s a lifestyle rooted in simplicity and self-expression. For many, locs represent a journey of embracing natural beauty and letting go of societal standards. They eliminate the need for constant styling and manipulation, offering a sense of libera
PurpDaGawd

PurpDaGawd

4 likes

🌀 Low-Maintenance, High-Vibe Loc Routine 🧖🏾‍♀️✨
My locs thrive on simplicity 🌿 I don’t use heavy products or over-style — just rosemary water, soft brushing, and love. I wash twice a month, use aloe vera and a light mousse (Camille Rose is my fave!), and skip harsh retwists, only a soft retwist! This is your sign to keep it gentle, keep it sacre
Zcoriaaa ✨🍄🧿🫶🏽🌱

Zcoriaaa ✨🍄🧿🫶🏽🌱

19 likes

See more