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my loc journey since 2021
Antothiyah

Antothiyah

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A person with locs is shown, with text overlays indicating "Loc Hydration" and "In 3 Steps The Loc Girlie," introducing a guide for hydrating locs.
A hand holds two hydrating mist bottles: a rose water mist for moisture and preventing hair loss, and a rosemary water mist with onion for hair growth and dandruff reduction.
A hand holds two leave-in conditioner bottles: a hair milk curl & spray and a coconut milk & honey leave-in conditioner, recommended for conditioning and softening locs.
Loc Hydration
What’s good yall! It’s been a while since i posted on here but im back and better with some loc hydration recommendations! 💦 #locproducts #lochydration #locs #loctips #locjourney #loc #locstyles
Jayla 🤎

Jayla 🤎

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✨ Entering Year 5 of My Loc Journey ✨
Five years later and I’m still learning that healthy locs thrive on consistency, hydration, and protection. 💛 My non-negotiables: 💧 Daily hydration to keep my locs moisturized and thriving 🌙 Sleeping with my hair covered to prevent dryness, frizz, and lint buildup ♨️ Weekly steam treatments t
Anji

Anji

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Loc Transformation 🤯
CHECK IUT MY IG FOR THE FULL VIDEO (Locdlane) Yall! When I say this was totally unexpected but much needed, I mean it!! I have always loved having locs but I’ve been through so much with these mfs that I was starting to dislike them a lot! I’ve been talking about atleast cutting my locs so they
Chloe

Chloe

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loc styles i’ve tried, so far. 🤎
hii beauties! i’ve been loc’d for about 3 months so far. these are the styles i have tried on myself that i wanted to share! ☺️ gonna try getting my style done by a loctician since my cousin’s birthday party is on the 20th! please give me any suggestions! 🤎 #locstyles #locgirlie #locjourney
siipsometee

siipsometee

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A woman with dark locs, wearing a black halter top and a silver chain, looks at the camera. Pink text overlays read 'Loc Dump'.
A back view of a person's head, showcasing their dark, textured locs under bright sunlight outdoors.
A woman with locs styled in a high bun, wearing a red and black patterned crop top and jeans, poses on brick steps.
Loc Dump pt. 3 🧚🏾‍♀️
Long overdue loc dump! Haven’t done one since I made a year loc’d this past July 🙂‍↕️💜 an update of over the past 6/7 months 🫶🏾 #locs #locjourney #locstyles #fyp #Lemon8Diary
sweetpea ❤️‍🔥

sweetpea ❤️‍🔥

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Loc journey
Almost 2 months since I had locs what yall think🥹 #locsjourney #kayyyhollywood #hollywoodkayyy #lemon8challenge
Kayyy🤍

Kayyy🤍

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LOC JOURNEY 12.20.24
Come W Me On My Loc Journey! #LocIn #BlackWomenWithLocs #LocJourneyBegins #TrustTheProcess
YgBaby D

YgBaby D

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My loc Journey
My loc journey was different! Flew by super fast! I stopped getting my hair done professionally about 3 years ago because I haven’t found a loctition yet that I align with. I dye, retwist and style my hair myself although I’m not big on styling. I remember when I first got my locs, some lady at
Dawnn Unity

Dawnn Unity

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A person with short, light-colored starter locs smiles in a car, with text "swipe for growth >>" overlay. This image shows the beginning of their loc journey in November 2020.
loc journey update 😍🌱
1st pic: November 5, 2020 2nd pic: June 21, 2025 I’ll be 5 years locd on September 24 🥳 #locs #locjourney #thelocdon #starterlocs #locgrowth #loctok #microlocs
Janai

Janai

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Full loc detox, aloe vera moisturizer, retwist, & my 2-year + loc journey update video 💛
My Full LOC Care Routine! (ACV Detox, Aloe Vera Moisturizer, Retwist + 2-Year + Journey) In this video, I take you through my FULL loc care routine! 💆🏾‍♀️ This is my first time Detoxing my Locs btw 😅 I start with a DIY Apple Cider Vinegar & Baking Soda detox to deep clean my locs, follow u
𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐢 🇯🇲

𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐢 🇯🇲

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LOC JOURNEY
#locs #locstylesforwomen #hairstyles #blackgirlhairstyles
Jaebabylacy

Jaebabylacy

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Loc Appreciation Post 💜
I’ve been loc’d since March 2022. I decided to finally do it right before my 32nd birthday. I’ve always been a loc love girlie but didn’t have the courage to take the leap and I finally did it! Next year is my 3 year locaversary and I’m excited to see how much more they’ll flourish 🥰💜 share your lo
Nae

Nae

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✨ From Worry to Worship: A Journey Through Psalms
Psalms 37–45: These chapters remind us that while circumstances may change, God’s promises never do. • Learning to trust God when the wicked seem to prosper • The peace found in waiting on the Lord • The beauty of wholehearted worship • The hope we have in God’s unfailing love • A glimpse of
Britt Diane

Britt Diane

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Loc Journey | Headwrap Tutorial
Kinda need a retwist my hair but my appointment is 2 weeks away. A Headwrap saved the day every time. #locs #locjourney #locstylesforwomen #locinspo #Lemon8Diary
JustMonet

JustMonet

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Loc Girl Journey✨
My loc journey in a few pictures. Been loced for 1 year and some change. Start those locs TODAYYY!!! 🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱 #locjourney #locsstyles #locgirlie #locgirls #locs4life
Keyvanaaaa💋💋

Keyvanaaaa💋💋

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My decision to start my loc journey
Before anyone gets in the comments and hollers “ that’s cheating, you’re not embracing your hair throughout your journey…” Cut it out, 🤣 ok? First off, I have been 11 years natural and I have been fighting with my hair breakage for years I have done 3 big chops and after my third one I cried. It’s
Moonlightcity

Moonlightcity

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Loc Journey Tips
Loc Age: 1yr3mon Loc Count: 97 i think?? Method: 2 strand twist Parting: C-shaped These tips helped me grow healthy locs super fast, my hair was mature around 8-9 months. THIS IS NOT A COMPARISON, EVERYONES HAIR IS DIFFERENT! 🧚🏿‍♀️🌱🩷 If your hair is taking a while to loc, that's just fin
rae🪻

rae🪻

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LOC Detox
ever since I discover build up in my locs I've been getting serious about my locs detoxes. this was the best detox session this far. this time I used baking soda I stead of apple cider vinegar and the results blew my mind. there was so much dirt in my soak basin! Also my hair feels and smells s
thel0csdiary0

thel0csdiary0

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7 month loc journey results 💕🌸
Month 7 of being loc’d. If you’re thinking about doing it, DO IT. My favorite things about having locs: 1.) Embracing my natural edges 2.) Extreme growth due to low manipulation 3.) My hair is ALWAY “done” 4.) Very inexpensive and I can do a retwist on my own 5.) Embracing being patient and
Michaela Jenee✨

Michaela Jenee✨

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My Loc Journey 🖤✨
For the longest, I was always saying I wanna loc my hair but never had the courage to do it. I always say I wish I would’ve done it sooner but divine timing is key. ✨ I Loc’d my hair 9.17.2020 My starting method was interlocking. I wish I would’ve done 2 strands instead 😭 Throughout my
Indy

Indy

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My Loc Journey (Shortened) 😮 Swipe ➡️
The Timing MAY not be the same as yours, Growth all depends on your Genes and How you Maintain your Hair 💯 but this is Where I’m At Now I Been through a Lot of Stages for Sure 😂💯 What’s Your Favorite Stage of Locs? And what’s the “Perfect Length” To You? Comment Below ⬇️ ❤️‍🔥 #locsjourney #lo
Tona! 🗡️

Tona! 🗡️

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loc journey ✨
Almost 2 years since I joined the club #locjourney #mylocjourney #haircare #blackgirlhairstyles #blackgirllifestyle
_Bheezy_

_Bheezy_

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My loc journey in 8 seconds + tips
I started my loc journey on 3.3.23 & I’m finally starting to get comfy with my length. Having locs has taught me a lot of loving who I am because I can’t hide behind my hair anymore. Although i still like to get ny hair done or throw on a wig I don’t feel like I NEED them anymore. I love my hai
Leesey’s Light🤍✨

Leesey’s Light🤍✨

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My Loc Journey
I went naturally a year before the pandemic. During the pandemic, I decided to plait my hair to start my locking process. when new came, I tried twisting but wasn't in love with it . I was in fear of losing my edges. so I learned to interlock my own hair. I became obsessed with it because I wa
Reese

Reese

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Loc journey 🌱
Ive been loc’d for about 1 year and 6 months now💗 #locjourney #blackgirl #locs
Iyanna

Iyanna

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Loc Journey
#transform #lemon8challenge #locsjourney #letschat #locstylesforwomen
Candice

Candice

718 likes

A person with short, reddish-brown locs is shown in a 'Before' photo, marking the start of their 2-year loc journey. Text overlays include '2 YEAR LOC JOURNEY Before' and 'GET TO KNOW ME'.
A hand holds a black jar of hair gel labeled 'LocB Retwist', described as the 'Best Gel for my texture hair'. The text asks, 'Have you tried this product?'.
A hand holds a black jar of hair gel labeled 'LocN', described as the 'Best GEL for my hair'. Text indicates it 'Holds well, no flakes' and prompts to 'SWIPE FOR MORE'.
2 year Loc Journey- Winter Hydration
My favorite hair products of the year 🔥 I have been loc for 2 years. My next anniversary will be in April2025. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨💕💕💕💕💕✨✨✨✨ If you have any other suggestions on hair care product for my locs, I would greatly appreciate 😁 I thought it wasn’t growing but I had to be patient. If you a loc g
ErinCole

ErinCole

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Loc journey
#locsjourney #locsstyles #locstylesforwomen #locextensions #locstyles #locgrowth #Lemon8Diary #fyp
Kierraforever

Kierraforever

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🍋🌱 Loc Journey Update 🌱🍋
Currently 8 months loc’ed!! Loving this journey!! #startedlocjourney #locsjourney #mylocjourney #loctransformation
𝓐𝓾𝓽𝓾𝓶𝓷 🍁

𝓐𝓾𝓽𝓾𝓶𝓷 🍁

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Loc Journey 1st Re Twist
Loving it so far been wanting to loc my hair for a few years I’ve finally did it #locs #locjourney #firstretwist
DeeLocStar

DeeLocStar

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At this stage in my loc journey 🍋✨
Embracing the beauty of the short loc stage 🌱✨ Every twist and turn is a step closer to the growth I’ve been dreaming of. This phase is all about patience, self-love, and celebrating the journey, not just the destination. 💛 #LocJourney #ShortLocs #NaturalHairGrowth #LoveYourCrown
Jas

Jas

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10 things 🫵🏾 should know before your loc journey✨
locs can be a commitment, so you should know what you're getting into before starting. With proper care, locs can last for years or even decades, but if you don't twist regrowth or moisturize your hair, they can become loose and easy to comb out. You should also crochet in fluffies regularl
Janayjaneice ✨

Janayjaneice ✨

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A person is shown from behind, displaying their reddish-brown locs styled in a ponytail. The background features Valentine's Day balloons and a framed item with 'KWAN 38'. Text overlays read 'LOC'D Girlies Tap-in!' and 'Lemon8 @melineeex3', highlighting a loc journey.
LOC’D Queen 😊
It’ll be 4 years in September since I’ve been on this LOC’D journey! #locjourney #hairgrowth #blackgirllemon8 #beauty
Mel 🌻

Mel 🌻

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A person from behind, wearing a pink top, showcases their black coily locs. The image highlights their 1 year, 4 month loc journey, with 104+ locs started with coils and a 1-2 month retwist routine.
Loc Journey Loading…🌸
#locs #locjourney #hairgrowth #coilyhair
Jordan

Jordan

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10 months loc’d!
I finally Retwisted again, 3rd or 4th Retwist I’ve had since starting my loc journey. It’s been amazing! Loving ever step. #locjourney #locs #locgirlie #4chair #retwist
Dora

Dora

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Loc Journey 🫶✨
So on May 29th 2024 I decided to loc my hair officially. Starter Locs: Comb Coils Grid/No Grid: Box grid # of locs: I didn’t count yet #Lemon8Diary #locjourneybegins #locjourney #newbeginnings
Charrell Mason

Charrell Mason

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Loc Journey || Don’t comb them Locs out 🌱🤎✨
Let em cook 💁🏽‍♀️☺️ #locs #locjourney #locstylesforwomen #locinspo #Lemon8Diary
JustMonet

JustMonet

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A clear glass jar containing various dried herbs like hibiscus flowers, green tea bags, star anise, cinnamon stick, and other leaves, labeled with "DIY loc Mist" and a green heart emoji.
A clear glass jar filled with a dark reddish-brown liquid, indicating the herbs have steeped in water, with text overlay "Add boiling water and let sit overnight."
A close-up view of a metal sieve containing a mixture of wet, steeped herbs, including red hibiscus petals, green leaves, and a cinnamon stick, with text overlay "Strain herbs."
Herbal Loc Mist ✨
Since I’m sharing my natural hair care with you all, I can’t forget my loc mist! I literally spray this on my hair everyday, I usually follow that with my hair oil and butter. My sister also had me make some for her so she could spray her mini twist. The instructions below are slightly different be
Lanae

Lanae

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Rate My Loc Styles🌟
Since starting my loc journey here are my ratings of my fav hairstyles. If you ran across this post, this is your sign to start your locs! #locjourney #locstyles #locinspo
Dessie🦋

Dessie🦋

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Starting my loc journey ✨
Been debating on doing this for almost 5 years now and I’m so glad I’m finally doing it 🤎 #starterlocs #locjourney #locstylesforwomen
Emely Zayra

Emely Zayra

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A collage showing a woman with locs styled in two buns, celebrating two years of her loc journey. Insets show her with shorter locs and someone washing locs, illustrating the journey's progression.
A woman with short, curly hair, representing her first month of locs, taking a mirror selfie while wearing a pink satin robe.
A woman with newly formed locs styled in two small buns, seen from behind in a mirror selfie, marking three months into her loc journey.
My 2 Year Loc Journey 🍋🤍
24 months baby she’s thick, healthy, and growing fast! Be patient and show your locs some TLC pick products that your hair likes not what you see everyone else use. Ira good to give them a try but if you don’t see any results of your hair isn’t feeling it discontinue! Listen to your hair and watch
Deja Emani

Deja Emani

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Loving 🥰 My Loc Journey
#locsjourney #locs #locstylesforwomen #locstyles #longlocs
Octavia Darling

Octavia Darling

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The first image shows a person from behind on 'DAY 1 LOCD', with their hair being styled into starter locs, some sections held with clips. The person is wearing a blue robe, reflecting the beginning of their loc journey.
MY LOC JOURNEY 🤎 8/2021-
Having locs will forever be a journey. The journey doesn’t end when you are “fully” loc’d but even afterwards it is still a JOURNEY. My locs has taught me so much in the last nearly three years that i’ve had them. NIE would I start over again? Heck no but I don’t regret a thing. I was literally
bre🤍

bre🤍

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loc journey ✨🫶🏾
#locjourney #locs #beauty #hairstyles
Ray

Ray

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Can’t believe it’s almost been a year since I started this loc journey #Growth
Starr Keysh

Starr Keysh

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A close-up overhead view of a person's head, showing brown locs styled into two small buns, with lighter, possibly dyed, roots. The text overlay reads 'MY 6 MTH LOC JOURNEY🧡'.
A person with brown locs and lighter roots, wearing an orange ribbed tank top and layered gold necklaces, making a puckered face while looking at the camera.
A person with brown locs and lighter roots, wearing an orange ribbed tank top and layered gold necklaces, taking a selfie and sticking their tongue out.
My 6 Month Loc Journey!
#lemon8diarychallenge tbh I’m not gonna sugarcoat!! I am literally just now starting to love my locs! It was so hard to gain confidence in the first 5 mths I wore so many wigs! I dyed them the bright orange to help wear them out and just recently dyed them back jet black and I fell in love!
KiKi.Shay

KiKi.Shay

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Loc journey
#locjourney #locs #locmaintenance
Shaaywit2as

Shaaywit2as

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Loc journey✨✨
Some of my loc journey! Been loc’d for 1 year. I absolutely love them. So convenient and expressive. However, keeping them moisturized has been a challenge. What are some things you all are using to keep your locs hydrated? How long have you all been loc’d? 😁 #locjourney #locstylesforwomen #
Terren🌹

Terren🌹

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My Loc Journey
Time do fly by when you don’t expect it. It’s already been 6 years since I made the decision to loc my hair. As heavy as they can get lol , I love every single loc. #locjourney #locs #blackgirlwithlocs #locinspo #Lemon8Diary
QuinnStitchery✨

QuinnStitchery✨

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A close-up of the back of a head with short, coily starter locs, featuring a text overlay 'My 5 year Loc Journey'.
The back of a head showcasing short, dark locs, appearing slightly grown out from the starter phase.
The back of a head with short, dark locs, viewed from a mirror reflection, showing early growth.
My 5 year Loc Journey 🤎✨
Visit my top differences throughout my loc journey from day 1 until 5 years .. no retwist on the last picture but I will update :)📸🤎 #locjourney #locmethod #starterlocs #dreads #longlocs #locjourney #locgrowth #hair #fyp #lovelylocsjourney
LexxLocs

LexxLocs

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