WHAT ARE SISTERLOCKS™ ?
Sisterlocks™ are small uniform locks that are the result of a precision parting grid, and the use of a specialised tool which is used to place the hair into the locking pattern. The Sisterlocks™ method does not require the use of waxes, oil or gels. It is expected that the parting will provide you with approximately 400 easy to styled locks.
How long does my hair need to be to start Sisterlocks™ ?
In general, Sisterlocks™ can be started with 1 1/2 inches of natural unprocessed hair. However, Sisterlocks™ can work with most hair types and textures.
Do I need to cut my relaxed hair?
No, you don't have to cut your hair. Sisterlocks™ can be started with your relaxed length left untouched as long as you have 1 1/2 inches of natural hair at the root. As your hair grows, and is set into a locked pattern, your relaxed hair can be either trimmed or will naturally fluff away.
How long will it take to start my Sisterlocks™ ?
Expect your "Initial Locking Session" to take about 17 hours and more depending on length, density and head size of your hair. This will be discussed at your consultation.
Are Sisterlocks™ extensions, or can I add extensions?
No, Sisterlocks™ uses your natural hair, your natural hair is free to grow to its full potential, freely experiencing growth, healthy, manageable hair.
What should I expect from a Certified Sisterlock™ Consultant?
You should expect to receive your Initial Consultation, Locking Session, First Follow Up visit, and Sisterlocks™ Starter Kit as a package. Expect to be educated during your Initial Consultation, and test locks set in. Your consultant should give you an idea of what to expect as your locks mature, then be available to celebrate every phase
of your development. Expect a caring and knowledgeable professional.
Is my hair type right for Sisterlocks™ ?
All hair with a curl or wave pattern is the right type for Sisterlocks™. Sisterlocks™ has developed several "locking patterns", one of which is just right for your hair type.
Are Sisterlocks™ permanent?
During the first 6 months of development, Sisterlocks™ can be removed. Removal will likely take more time, and be more costly than your Initial Locking Session. Most Consultants will not lock your hair if removal is a great concern. You should be sure that the Sisterlocks™ method is right for you.
How do Sisterlocks™ differ from other locks?
Where Sisterlocks™ are true locks (a matting of African, kinky, tightly curled, nappy hair), they differ from "dread locks, dreads, or traditional" in the technique used to form them. The sisterlocks method uses a precise parting grid, and a tool to produce small easily styled locks. Sisterlocks does not use any waxes, jells, creams or hair
extensions, so everything that can add weight, stress, or hamper your hair growth is removed.
Are Sisterlocks™ expensive?
Some people will say that Sisterlocks™ are expensive, and claim to have found a less expensive copy cat lock that "look just as good". Be aware, many ladies who have tried the less expensive copy cats, end up removing them and replacing them with Sisterlocks™ by a Certified Consultant, or in a place of long term dissatisfaction. You may save a couple of dollars in the beginning, but what will you loose in the end? Will you have to cut off the copy cat locks and start over? Will you have to seek out a Certified Sisterlocks™ Consultant for costly, time consuming repairs which may never correct the copy cats? The list of Step Sista drama can go on. Don't settle, pay the few extra dollars and get a qualified Sisterlock™ Consultant to start your locks out on the right path.