Lessons I've learned from Locking Hair.

29) Let you locks express who YOU really are.


The world is full of color. Your locks are your personal canvas. Through color, let your true self shine.

Lessons I've learned from Locking Hair.

28. If your locks break off, save them in a plastic bag.

There are times when you may have a lock that does not match your existing locks. ie: All your locks are 6 inches long, and your have one lock that is 3 inches long. If you save your locks, your locktician can use the locks that you've saved to add hair to the 3 inches lock. (By saving your locks, you are creating your very own customized weave!! (This process is known as Lock repair.)

Lessons I've learned from Locking Hair.

26) Individuals with straight, wavy curly hair (aka Good Hair) or Caucasians seeking to wear locks should seek out a Textured Lock Stylist.

A Textured Lock Stylist is an individual who has the skill set to lock all hair types. If you are in the Chicago-land area, perhaps you may want to contact me. :)

Lessons I've learned from Locking Hair.

25) If you plan to have elegant locks, (some folks like the Rasta look) then you should seek out a skillful Barber.

A Barber can accent locks and put the finishing touches on a great set of locks. A good barber knocks off the extra hairs that appear here and there. However, a great Barber can offer finishing touches without disturbing the base of hairline locks. (My customers are lucky because I am a licensed Barber too!

Lessons I've learned from Locking Hair.

25. Have you noticed that once the seasons change, your scalp and needs change? As a Midwesterner, I've noticed that I experience dry and itchy hair during the months of November to December.

If you experience similary hair care challenges, perhaps you may want to alter your hair care regimen based on the seasons.

Lessons I've learned from Locking Hair.

24.) If you had an opportunity to chat with scientists whose work is solely focused on hair, what question(s) would you ask?


This week, I visited the scientific hair laboratory, Avlon Industries, Inc. My goal - absorb as much information I as I can. Below, you will find my biggest takeaways:

Hair damages and breaks at temperatures reaching 225 degrees and above. (Those pressing curls and flat irons, with no temperature gauges, are killing your hair!! Yikes!!)

After seeing my scalp under a microscope, I learned how to enhance my shampooing techniques. (Your shampoos must address your personal scalp issues.)

I know some "Kick Ass" hair coloring and highlighting techniques.

P.S. My experience at Avlon Industries was phenomenal!!