loc loops how-to

[HShiahAmatullah]

i bought some at a natural hair show from the sista that invented them. i love them as well.( i wish i knew where i put them since i moved) i used to wear them out and people thought i had bantu knots, they're AWESOME!!!

[HShiahAmatullah]

i bought some at a natural hair show from the sista that invented them. i love them as well.( i wish i knew where i put them since i moved)

[cactusqltr]

Just went to lock loops and ordered 2 packs and they are now 9.95 a pack......WooHoo!!!

[cactusqltr]

Just went to lock loops and ordered 2 packs and they are now 9.95 a pack......WooHoo!!!

[LionEntity]

did you say "get 2Pac's" ? lol

[chescaleigh]

@LionEntity ugh, yea i guess i did! of course i meant, 2 packs of rollers :) 

[LionEntity]

@chescaleigh i know :) just teasin ya

[ViciousSK]

Omg, I've been looking for an easy way to curl my locs.  I'm so glad I went through some of your old vids to find this!

[chescaleigh]

@ViciousSK check out the pipe cleaners tutorial on my chescalocs channel. i think the results are a lot better

[ViciousSK]

@chescaleigh I had a friend do the pipe cleaners on my locs and while I LOVED the results, taking the pipe cleaners out was a little more tedious than I cared for. It's wonderful, though, because you can wear the pipe cleaners in your locs (granted you have ones that match your hair color) and had an additional hairstyle until you feel like taking them out. ANYWAY, I will check it out though, because you may do it differently than my friend and anything will help! <3

[Orianaleeoriginal]

Just got up on your vids today - very resourceful. My daughter was watching with me and noticed your intro is by one of our family friends, Matt Mahaffey. She's like, "Mom, it's Mr. Matt's version!" I'm like OMG! That's cool enough! I'm going to let him know, he'll be tickled!

[chescaleigh]

WOW! that's so awesome that you're friends with Matt! I'm a huge Self fan. That's so cool. Thanks for checking out my videos!

[Blurry4Eyes]

thank you thank you thank you! i love the look, but i've always hated curling my locs because of how time consuming (and painful with the rods) it could be. i'm about to go checkout that website for the loops. thanks again!

[chescaleigh]

i did a new tutorial for pipe cleaner curls and honestly, the results are a lot better and it's waaay cheaper. check out the video on my hair channel, chescalocs

[Blurry4Eyes]

@chescaleigh hey thanks for responding! (i know i'm so late. lol) i took your advice about the pipe cleaners and they're my new fav.

[chescaleigh]

@Blurry4Eyes awesome! glad i could help :) 

[5pinkapple]

thank you as always, very inforative. How long have you had your locs? Also I notice a lot of people on line are interlocking their locs, what made you just keep your twisted instead of locing yours. I just love, love , love the fast forward you use, because you can be on line for hours just listening to everyone and sometimes you just want them to get to the piont.

[chescaleigh]

6 years now. 4 years when this video was made.

check out my new channel: chescalocs, where i answer questions about how i maintain my hair etc :)

[RagnarokRebirth]

You could also put your hair in bantu knotts then take them down. That's basically what that product is based on, but bantou knotts are hard to sleep in lol ^.^ this may be better.

[chescaleigh]

I also did a Bantu knot tutorial :)

[sarahisthebomb123]

heyy! j.w...whose self?

[chescaleigh]

it's a band.

[sarahisthebomb123]

oh haha thanks!

[prestige334]

I'm finally getting locks gurl!

[LisaMari6]

hey! have you tried this with foam rollers (like the ones you used for victory rolls)?

[chescaleigh]

i tried using them but they didn't work.

[Vantasia8231]

i really like this song!!!! you did a good job

[nishaylove22]

i love it

[sistalokt]

Fantastic! I gotta get me some lockloops! Thanks for suggesting them as an alternative to the satiin flexible rollers.

[SistahSunflower]

Peace & Blessings!!! I just ordered 2 pkgs of the Lock Loops!!! I can't wait to see the beautiful results!!! - Thanks again -

[queenyrebels]

very informative!! I'm trying to start up my loc business and i'm always looking for new loc ideas!! that's a great loc-do and it looks comfortable wear u can sleep at night with them!! here's an idea for yuh, purchase a spray bottle that way you won't have to jump in the shower everytime!! lol trust there's nothing wrong with bathing..but it saves time if you don't want the full loc wash!!! k take care and keep it up!

[mckenzie07oboe]

very cute!

[NYChicNAtl]

Thanks for sharing that info, the video is great!

[NYChicNAtl]

I'm sold on loc loops because of this video!!! They look really cute on you, thanks for sharing! BTW, your videos are set up really nicely, do you use a particular software?

[chescaleigh]

thanks! i edited this using imovie

[MedicatingPerfection]

Ohhh! They ARE like soft spikes!

I found out about soft spikes through Irish Dance, so I wasn't sure if you knew about them.

Just thought I'd let you know that there were foam curlers out there:)

[theknappiest]

Gurl Thank you so much for this video. I'm a loctician and hate sleeping in those hard perm rods. I'm sure my clients will love them too. I'll order a bunch of them!

[rocketpenny]

let me tell you, i got these and EVERONE loved the way they came ouy. I am a hairsylist so the last think i want to do is my own hair!!!  But boy were these easy. People stopped me everywhere and commented!!! I looked so different. I styled into kinda an asymetrical bob. Girl, I looked hot!!! Plus I felt super sexy in the rollers, kinda like a model!

[chescaleigh]

AAAW! that's so awesome! glad you enjoyed the style. and yes, the rollers look kinda cute in!

[BabyBoi124]

yea i have those...got them at walmart!!! they work the best! mine are so colourful so when i keep them in and go on the street ppl thanink it's a style in itself.

[chescaleigh]

same concept, different brand. but yeah, same thing.

[Oavant]

Gurrrl, thx! I've been losing sleep while using rods. Tink me gwanna buy summa dem loc-loops! Pre-shate your video!

[nfernandes2005]

im so gettin this for my locs!

[bluesette82]

Your name makes me think about Cheesecake.

[chescaleigh]

i could be oreo chescaleigh cheesecake

[TheDumaka]

Could you help me find or show me some good styles for guys to rock. I work in real estate so I got to stay fresh.

[hydvn6]

I love your videos!!! i have an unrelated question though what song is that at the beginning?!?! lol I love it!

[chescaleigh]

i always put the song in the video description box...it's a cover by self

[pnklmonade127]

lol do u like the michael mcdonald version? i forgot the name of his group in the 70's.  but that man can saaang! this version by self is good too

[sweetcherrycrumble]

u r such a talent - hope u dont mind me commenting on so many of your vids but im becoming addicted! :-)

[RastaEmpress1]

omg..... i have to get those......awesome video...u have ah great personality.....cant wait to order mines.....YAY!!!!

[shaggylocs7]

I'v been looking @ your videos like for such a long time.

[chescaleigh]

why thank you!! i've got a lot for you to sort through

[NadrianATRS]

what do u do for work ?

[chescaleigh]

i'm a graphic designer and comedian

[Etusf]

GORGEOUS!

[BabyStopCryin]

Hey!!! I first saw lock loops about a week ago watching your vlog. I got them in the mail yesterday. They're great! Thanks so much for the idea!

[chescaleigh]

AWESOME! send me a photo or a video of your results! i'd love to see how they came out

[MsGMorgan]

i'm not a big fan. I purchased them and no matter what I do, the curls never stay more than an hour. I've even tired one loc per roller...it's crazy. anyone want to give me some tips on how I can use the differently to get better results...feel free to message me.

[chescaleigh]

that's strange. i just used them about 2 weeks ago and my curls lasted over a week. a few questions, did you use them when your hair was wet? did you make sure your hair was completely dry? did you use a setting gel? and how long are your locks?

[MsGMorgan]

Hey Chesca,

Thanks for responding! Okay, my hair is shorter than yours but it grows weird. The front frames my face, but in the back they are well over my collar. All around, I'd they could be called "shoulder length." I never use them on wet hair. I do use a little setting lotion. The width of each loc ranges from 1/8-1/4 inches. The curls will look nice and tight and then gradually as the hour passes they begin to drop. I have "curls" for a week on a few locs but others fall straight.

[chescaleigh]

your hair needs to be wet!! Wash your hair and then use the setting lotion and the rollers, use a dryer or let them dry overnight before removing the rollers and I promise your curls will last at least a week. Locks aren't like loose hair, curling them dry just doesn't work.

[BabyStopCryin]

...thank you for this chesca!! I'm going to buy a pair right now!! But what should I use as setting gel?? keeping in mind that I would like to as natural products as possible.

[chescaleigh]

i've been using jamacian mango and lime and it's been working really well for me

[jadapoo1]

Are your locks really thick? Maybe that's an issue...

[creepers82000]

If you want perfect curls you ought to braid your hair with about two or three locks per braid after washing your hair. Leave it for about a day or couple hours and you'd be amazed at the results. the curls last for more than a week. Be sure to braid the locks tightly. That's the only method you can use to get those perfect long lasting curls you're seeking.Good luck with your dreads.

[chescaleigh]

braiding your hair does not result in curls. your hair will be crimped, not curly. two very different results. i also did a video on the braid out and you can see the difference.

[DJChinChin]

Just got my order in from the lock and loops just don't have any creativity like you have to style with them maybe something will happen..

Can't wait for your next how to

[deatha44]

love it!

[DJChinChin]

I just bought mine can't wait to try them...

[rimyred08]

ok i bought them, tried them out and posted the video to you tube. what did i do wrong? i did two locks per loop and barely got a bend.

[chescaleigh]

hmmm. i'll check out your vid

[kbeautylicious]

Kool. You got me thinking about trying locs again.

[deionc]

I have such a hard time being craative with my locs beacause i cant just go into the drugstore or clairs and buy those cut lil hair clips cause my hair wont fit. where can i go online to find loc friendly products?

[chescaleigh]

other than locloops(dot)com??? i'm not really sure. my best advice would be to search around the internet for dreadlock tools and accessories. i'm sure you'll find something

[BabiiMom]

i love your hair vids they are really useful. i dont have dreads yet. but i am getting them soon. i hope i can pull these styles off as good as you do. prob not lmao im white

your gorgeous :)

[PrincessJoyZmine]

hey how long did the curls last for you? Anything to use to make them stay longer?

[chescaleigh]

around 2 weeks or so. The curls will last longer if u wrap your hair at night. I also used a luttie setting gel on my hair which helpped.

[JamaicanCutie18]

u should have ur own tv show

i love ur personality

[chescaleigh]

I totally agree! Thank u!

[Julesblew]

lol I love how you're able to say that and not sound conceited or stuck up at all...although it seems odd for me to say this...it's very hard to do for most.

[chescaleigh]

aw thanks! you're sweet! having my own show is a huge dream of mine.

[Julesblew]

haha either that or eventually getting on SNL you would be awesome on that show since you seem to do so well with not only situational comedy but you also seem like you'd do well with physical comedy as well as improv or impressions

[chescaleigh]

damn girl! you've got me pegged! i would looooove to be on SNL! i mean, they've only had 2 black female cast members, i'm all for being the third!

[Julesblew]

o.o damn girl? I'm a guy......>.> lol

[chescaleigh]

excuse me, ooh damn boy! woops!

[Julesblew]

lmao naw it's cool i thought it was funny.

[freedomplease]

Thanks for this video. I'm going to purchase a couple of packs. I have a little under 250 locs so I'm sure I'll need all the rollers I can get. I'm excited!!! Thanks again.

[electrogreenchic]

how many locks do you have?

[chescaleigh]

i have about 114

[SweetPea0401]

i wonder can u use them when you do yarn braids?

[chescaleigh]

i don't see why not!

[mstlctct]

I love your educational videos! I ordered my Lock Loop, and just put them in my hair. I rolled up my damp locks in small sections,and still had about 15 lock loops leftover. I think they are very easy to use,and weightless. I love the fact that there aren't any removable parts, and it seems like there won't be any remnants of this product in my locks. What a relief. I will post picture/video after it dries.

[chescaleigh]

make sure they get completely dry for the best effect.

[freeandpat]

I like that song. Who is it?

[chescaleigh]

The artist is self. please check the video description

[kgee40]

I ordered them today ! I have a webcam.... (scared to use it) I will hook it up.... so u can see how it turned it! thanks for the vids! YOU encouraged me sooo much!

[chescaleigh]

YAY! glad to hear it! can't wait to see your results. get over the fear, you've got nothing to loose. if i can do it, anyone can. thanks for your support!

[morenaso1]

how do i send u a message to let you know about the karaoke show? I wanna send you the address and other info

[chescaleigh]

if you go to my channel page, there's a link that says send a message

[napturaldisaster]

did you get paid by loc loops to advertise thier product?

[chescaleigh]

nope.

[kgee40]

I love your energy! are you a college student? ok I am asking way too many questions! Your locs looked fabulous! I cannot wait to order these .. I was "surfing" and fell up onto this product and these videos! Your videos are soo much fun to watch!

[chescaleigh]

thanks kgee! no, i'm not in college anymore. i graduated last year. thanks for the feedback and the kind words!

[abeyantbirds]

i love that song and you look so good with those curls i am glad you liked them

[StarFyah23]

Hi, thanks for roadtesting the loc loops. They do look really easy to use and the results are cool. I'm going to get me some!

[daughterjudy]

wow! great and fun video. i'm getting ready to a major cut (they are mid back, prolly to shoulder) so having more options for style once i do is great! thanx! and the song r0x!

[keishpeish]

you always have the best videos... keep it up. and im getting inspired to doo more with my loc's because if it. although im not at your level yet. lol

[chescaleigh]

you'll be there before you know it! thanks for the feedback

[TekoaG]

Do know if you can use these with braids or twists?

[chescaleigh]

i don't see why not!

[chachouw48]

Just admiring the size of your locks.  What method of starter locs did you use? Did you palm roll or twist?

[chescaleigh]

i think it's called coil twists...i dunno. if you check out my happy birthday hair video you can see pictures...i actually started them a lot thinner and ended up combining a few of them in the front to thicken them up.

[law6331]

Great video. Your hair looked wonderful! On top of that, you played one of my favorite songs.  I'm a Michael McDonald/Doobie Brothers fan but I'm going to check out Self.

[chescaleigh]

self is a little out there at times, but overall they're pretty dope. glad you enjoyed it!

[macska61]

I love your tutorials! My dreads are down to my butt and I am a white girl. Do you think those loops would work for me?

[chescaleigh]

the inventor has really long dreads so i don't see why they wouldn't work for you! and i don't think race is a factor. locks are locks. i'm glad you're enjoying my work, thanks for watching!

[vegemitegrrl]

Hi, I love watching your videos. I hope i dont upset you for saying this but i think your curls looked better when you used perm rods the loc loops seem to make each curl look square. But i suppose the comfort factor makes the loc loops better, I'd really like to see what the curls look like after they drop a bit. Any thanks for the great videos and keep em coming!

[chescaleigh]

If u look at my anniversary video w my boyfriend u can see my curls a week later

[brinamf]

love the music!

[chescaleigh]

it's a cover of the doobie brothers by self. U should check self out they're really good

[TeachTruth]

I finally got my loc loops in the mail yesterday, and used them immediately. needless to say i absolutely LOVE THEM!!! no more perm rods, wires, or plastics for me! YAY... thanks so much for the recommendation.

Love the vids... you have become my dred guru! haha. Me and my 7 year locs thank you!

[chescaleigh]

awesome!! Glad I could help. Me and my 4 year old locks say your welcome!

[missregan]

I love, love, love your videos! You've inspired me to try some new styles. Quite honestly 5 year old my locs are so thick that after I get them washed I'm to lazy to do anything else to them. lol!!! I miss being able to do "loc-hawks" when they were shorter. Super easy!!

[QuintessenceZeta]

So would you say that you prefer the loc loops over the perm rods? Which method gave you the better curl?

[chescaleigh]

loc loops by far. the curls were similar, but i prefer the loc loops because they're really comfortable, easy, and quick.

[QuintessenceZeta]

Thanks girl! I just ordered 2 packs and I can't wait to try them out. Thanks so much...you don't know how much you've helped me out! Keep up the good work!

[chescaleigh]

glad i could help!

[DCrepresenter]

You have two computers.

[chescaleigh]

more like 3. 2 are mine, one is my boyfriend's.

[DCrepresenter]

3.2 how you come up with that number.

[chescaleigh]

not 3.2

3 computers total. 2 are mine, one is my boyfriends.

[DCrepresenter]

Now I feel slow.

[chescaleigh]

it's ok. i forgive you.

[DCrepresenter]

lol thank you.I meant tell you this earlier I think you really pretty.

[chescaleigh]

thank you!!

[DCrepresenter]

you're welcome

[fauryn78]

OK so the creater of loc loops needs to send you a thank you basket or something!

I am about to get these... I used to be the Queen of curling my locs but it was always such a hassle.... The rollers hurt... I hate sitting under the dryer etc...

So how long did it take to dry?

I am so glad I stumbeled across this tut!

Thanks!

[chescaleigh]

actually, she sent me an email and called me to say thank you! she was really sweet. i let mine dry overnight and used a blow-dryer to help them along. best of luck!

[AmazinBeauty]

Wow your locs came out cute and curly, great product, are they paying you yet for promoting the product..lol

[chescaleigh]

no, i'm not getting paid. but the creator called me and was really nice and appreciative. she's the best.

[Shawnta715]

Cool video and your hair is lovely! I have the softspike curlers that look very similar, you make me want to dig them out again :)

[quincie1479]

I dont have dreads but I wish I did. The styles look like so much fun

[MsButterfli]

i gotta get these :)

[chescaleigh]

yes. U do. I love them. I better start getting a comission on these cause by now i've sold dozens!!

[pheonixphire]

i've been reading about these for a while. and lookin at her youtube. im glad they came out great if i eve rstop bein a lazo (a person in the act of being lazy *chuckle*) i'll get some.

[chescaleigh]

it took me awhile to buy mine too. One day I saw a girl w amazing curly hair and I was like damnit! I need to buy those rollers! Its been almost a week and my hair is still pretty curly. I love it

[beyoundblue]

i just love the way u do your dreads keep up the good work my friend.

[RaRa609]

i freakin love ur loc how to's!

[amillionfaces]

I think I'ma have to me get some of those! Thanks for posting this vid. I was just starting to get into using hair rollers and stuff before I dreaded my hair, so I'm glad I still have a way to get crazy curls!

[Svhsgirl]

Very Pretty

[Valkariepsp]

i like it as well.