MYTHS & REALITY

Better information.Fewer loc-care myths.

Loc care advice is everywhere. The goal here is to separate simple rules from the context that actually matters.

“You should never wash locs.”

Scalp hygiene matters. Cleansing should be adapted to scalp needs, activity, product use, environment, and loc maturity.

Neatness and health are not the same thing. Excessive tension can stress the roots and contribute to hair loss.

Oil and moisture are not interchangeable. Heavy or excessive products can also contribute to buildup.

Pain, tenderness, bumps, broken hairs, or thinning can be warning signs of excessive tension.

THE LOCED STANDARD

Good loc education should explain what we know, where individual variation matters, and when a concern deserves professional attention.

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