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Why Braidlocks?

If follow me on Facebook and watch my YouTube videos, then you already know that I recently started a set of   locks for Mg2  by braiding up her hair.  I've recently been asked why we chose to start with braids and thought  I would spend some time explaining it in more detail here. There are multiple ways to start locks, perhaps more ways than we will discuss here.  Choosing which way works best for you will depend on your personal situation.  Consider your lifestyle, hair texture, sizing, and the way you would like your mature locks to look. Most people are familiar with comb coils and twists. However, people also start locks by freeforming, backcombing, interlocking and braiding.  Let's have a closer look. 1.  Freeforming    involves letting the loose hair clump and matte in whatever formation it likes.  This may yield locks of various sizes and shapes depending on hair texture and performance. 2. Comb coils or finger c...

Scalp Series: Self Exposure

I been coming here for years and being transparent about all sorts of things without feeling bothered. My Scalp Series (6 videos) on YouTube has ruffled me up a bit.  I am surprised to suddenly be feeling a little shy.  I still feel very connected to the old me and while my thinking has changed, I remember exactly where the old Mocha Mom was when she made those choices. I've posted the first video and am thinking you can follow the trail once you get on YouTube to see the rest.  Maybe you've watched and and think... no big deal .  I'm really asking to hear your thoughts on this one.  Can you relate?

Scalp Series: My Chemical Relaxer Days (Part 1)

HmG Tiny Braids: She did ALL by HERSELF!

I don't deserve it.

Mocha Hair School Clip

Mocha Hair School: My Reflections