Butterfly locs are quite similar to faux locs. They are both achieved using the crotchet method where wavy hair is looped into a braid with a crotchet needle and then loosely attached to braided strands of your hair. They are incredibly beautiful and a
great protective style you can rock all year round. What makes the butterfly locs stand out are the curly loops created in them when styling. How many packs of hair do you need to achieve butterfly locs?To achieve this protective style, you need a minimum of about 6-8 packs of wavy hair. The pack of extensions you need depends on how full and long you want your butterfly locs to be. Also, longer styles tend to have thinner locs, while shorter styles have jumbo locs. Whatever style or packs of hair you use, ensure that they are not too bulky, so they don't put tension on your scalp. How long does it take to install butterfly locs?The amount of time it takes to install your butterfly locs depends on your choice of length, but at an average, it could take between 4-6 hours to get it done. Also, installing butterfly locs on your natural hair doesn't hurt since your natural hair is braided before the installation. For how long can you wear this hairstyle?With proper maintenance and care, you can wear your butterfly locs for a period of 1-2 months. However, you need to ensure you use hydrating products, wash your locs with dry shampoo or let them air dry if you use a liquid shampoo. While you clean your locs, ensure you clean your scalp too, to avoid frizz or the growth of dandruff. Can you wash your butterfly locs?Yes, you can. However, you need to ensure that you properly dry out the moisture so your hair doesn't smell. If you prefer not to airdry, you can also dry it out with a hand dryer. How can you care for your butterfly locs?
How to install butterfly locsThere are a couple of ways to install the butterfly locs on your hair, we would be showing a step-by-step method on how to achieve the butterfly locs using the crotchet method. Watch this tutorial by Kathryn Bedell to see how she installs her butterfly locs. What you need
Step 1: Braid or twist your hair
Step 2: Prepare your water waves
Step 3: Crochet the extension into the base of your hair
Step 4: Begin to wrap the extensions
Step 5: Seal the ends
How much do butterfly locs cost to get done?The cost of getting this hairstyle will vary from stylist to stylist; however, the average price for the Butterfly locs is roughly about $150-$250.
How many locs do I need for a full head of butterflies?Usually 6 bundles is enough to make a full head. 4. Hair advantage: Natural Messy and Stylish Looking, Soft, Skin Friendly, No Smell, Light weight, Tangle-free, Itch-free, Sturdy, Not Easy to come loose, Protective Hairstyle butterfly locs.
Can butterfly locs last 2 months?"With proper maintenance and moisturizing I would say you can keep [butterfly locs] in for about one to two months," celebrity hairstylist and natural hair YouTuber, Annagjid "Kee" Taylor, told POPSUGAR.
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