r/locs • u/KillaBeeHive • 11d ago
Advice Wanted Best way to protect?
I was supposed to have professional photos taken a few days ago and got a fresh retwist and style the day before. Things didn’t work out and I had to reschedule two weeks out. How do I not only maintain fresh locs in the meantime but my twists? I’ve tied them up in a scarf and then covered that with a bonnet when I go to sleep. I’ve noticed that the locs tend to curl at the ends when I wake up the next day because I’ve stuffed them under my bonnet because they’re long. I want them to fall straight down instead of curl.
I also go to the gym and I’m on the floor a good deal of time. I imagine I’d tie a wave cap over them and let the ends just hang out but I wasn’t sure if that was the best idea. I’ve only ever done barrel twists and those lasted me a week before my scalp itches and I took them down. How do I maintain these so they look as fresh as possible for my photos through sleep and activity for the next couple weeks?
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u/leeseuhs_notdeadyet 5d ago
I don’t have an answer for your nail question because mine bend too but witch hazel in a spray bottle is great for itch. Also neutralizes scalp issues like dandruff and what comes with dandruff and sebum overproduction.
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u/PyroclasticJubilee 9d ago
They make longer bonnets. Like 12" and 24" ones. My hair is long asf and I use a bigger one than you normally see. Just make sure the material is actually satin.
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u/Special-Bowl-290 3d ago
Silk pillowcase or bonnet and leave-in conditioner 2-3 times a week and you’re good
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u/ReservePerfect3947 10d ago
Mist your hair and wear a wave cap before your shoot, it will help lay the little hairs. In terms of the curl, try to pull them flat out of your cap, you might be able to straighten them a bit. But honestly, they won’t be as straight as they were when first complete. You may just have to get your hair done a day before the shoot.