What are good beginner locs? Full disclosure here: The best starter loc style is going to depend on your hair habits and lifestyle. “Typically, I suggest starting with comb coils, two-strand twists, ...

There’s still so much we have to learn about Black hair. Whether through the pressures of assimilation or the false assumption of ease in our haircare journeys, many Black girls and women grew up with ...

As you get ready to gorge and get inspired by these outstanding lob (long bob) styles, don’t forget that proper haircare is key. To get you started on the right path we scooped up a few key pointers ...

Butterfly locs are the most recent edition of faux loc protective styles. The '90s-inspired, low-tension hairstyle uses water wave braiding hair to achieve a more carefree and textured version of the ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Locs are an absolutely GOAT protective style, and no one can argue that, right? People have been ...

When it comes to styling locs and faux locs into some of the most creative and dynamic styles you’ve ever seen, no one’s doing it better than hairstylist Sherelle Holder. Her salon, Karibbean Kinks, ...

We scoured the country to find the most sizzling salons and innovative stylists to show us what they do best—create show-stopping hairstyles! If you’re a stylist or salon-owner who would like to share ...

No one styles locs quite like Halle Bailey. Take a look at her most stunning hairstyles that serve endless loc inspiration. Halle Bailey has been locked since childhood, and through the years, her ...

Expert Shafeeq ‘F.D. Signifer talks about the impact popular Black celebrity men have made on society rocking the locs hairstyle. As an 80s baby I grew up watching and loving Living Single. I know I ...

Kayla Greaves is the former Executive Beauty Editor for InStyle, overseeing all beauty coverage on the site. She has previously held positions at HuffPost and Bustle. Whether you've been on your loc ...