Locs salons and stylists across the UK

What to expect from a locs appointment

Loc work covers starter locs, re-twist, interlock maintenance, and styling services for established locs. The first appointment is a longer consultation: hair type, parting plan, the loc method preferred, and the maintenance cadence that suits your routine. Starter sessions run three to six hours; maintenance visits run shorter, usually every four to six weeks. Aftercare is consistent: a sulphate-free wash, moisture, a satin sleep wrap, and patience through the budding phase. Compare loc specialists in the UK below, with example work, starter methods, and maintenance pricing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to start locs?

The starter session itself runs three to six hours depending on hair length, density and the method (comb coils, two-strand twists, interlocks, braid-locs). The locs themselves mature over six to eighteen months of regular maintenance.

How often do locs need maintenance?

Every four to six weeks during the budding phase, stretching to every six to eight weeks once locs are mature. Maintenance is the re-twist or interlock at the new growth.

Can I wash locs?

Yes. Locs need regular washing, just gently. A sulphate-free shampoo, careful drying (locs trap moisture) and a satin sleep wrap are the basics. Your loctician will agree a wash cadence at consultation.

How much does loc maintenance cost?

A starter loc session typically runs one hundred fifty to four hundred pounds depending on length and method. Monthly maintenance is sixty to one hundred fifty per session. Loc styling for events is priced separately. Premium specialists sit higher.

Are locs a permanent commitment?

Mature locs are difficult to undo without cutting, though they can be combed out from the early stages (within a few months) with time and patience. Most clients commit to locs as a long-term style. Discuss the timeline at the starter consultation honestly.