Scrolling TikTok is a beauty fanatic's version of browsing the morning's newsfeeds for current events, which often leads to discovering trends on trends (on trends!) And if you've perused the app lately, there's a good chance you’ve come across a video of a very popular protective hairstyle, invisible locs (#invisiblelocs has garnered 82.6 million views if that tells you anything). The concept is similar to faux locs (with pre-made loc extensions), but invisible locs are different because they aren't locs at all. Instead, the trending hairstyle is a fun take on twists.
People love this hairstyle because it creates a "loc retwist look without the commitment of dreads," says Massachusetts-based hairstylist Ajira Mohamed, who has done the style on many of her clients. In other words, what would normally take years to achieve can be accomplished in a matter of hours. Plus, with invisible twists, you can easily part ways at any time with minimal damage.
What are 'Invisible Locs' and why have they gone TikTok viral?
Although invisible locs are temporary, the technique mimics a fresh retwist and results in one of the most realistic faux loc styles on Black women yet. They differ from individual faux locs or soft locs, where extensions are wrapped around the roots of your hair to the ends for the finished look. Instead, invisible locs meet at the crossroad between twists and locs: two flat twists are made on your natural hair before Marley hair (kinky textured braiding hair extensions) is twisted into your flat twist. To help with the grip, some stylists might make two small braids to crochet the Marley hair through before blending with the flat twist. What you’re left with are natural-looking two-strand twists that give the illusion of locs.
How to Do Invisible Locs Yourself
Invisible locs are a great way to add a unique touch to your look without the commitment of traditional locs. Creating invisible locs yourself is a detailed process. Make sure you have the products listed above and follow this tutorial on how to do invisible locs.
Why Is This Trend So Popular?
In the beginning of 2022, stylists pointed out that both flat twists and faux locs were going to be a bit hit, so it’s not all that surprising that a look that combines the two styles would eventually gain traction on social media. Just look through the hashtag and you’ll find 13k related posts on Instagram and 33.6 million views on TikTok.
In addition to invisible locs, other variations of locs (like butterfly locs and goddess locs) have also been popping up, which means 2023 will be about merging the traditional technique with more modern interpretations. When it comes to this protective style, it’s a low-maintenance look you can wear all year long. “Invisible locs give you the ability to rock your style without over-manipulating your hair. It’s convenient, versatile to style, requires little to no maintenance without the hassle of wash day for a full month,” says James. “Overall, it’s a fresh technique for a loc style, which yields a unique finished look that is still versatile with less tension at the roots and provides a level of longevity.”
About This Hairstyle
- 【Advantages】This Pre-looped Twist Bob Locs Crochet Braids Hair is 100% handmade, soft and comfortable, beautiful and natural,odorless, light and tight, not easy to separate, and will stay for a long time.In addition, this hair is suitable for any season, any people, any occasion, I believe it will make you become more attractive.
- 【Easy to Install】Pre-wraped Invisible Locs with Knots is Individually Pre-looped, very easy to install and newbies can get started quickly, saving you time and money.
- 【Fashion Styling】This Soft Locs Styles is very fashionable and popular at the moment, the twist at the end of the hair is the most unique thing about this hair. The hair style is versatile and you can either wear it loose or tied up, both of which are very cute looks!
How to diy invisible locs
Like we always say if you’re one of the people who can diy any hairstyle aka God’s favorites, you’re on a budget or you have a lot of patience, here’s how you can diy invisible locs.
The process is the same as the first two depending on your preferred method.
How long Do Invisible Locs last?
Maintaining the style is relatively easy, especially because the frizzier they get the more natural they look. However, using a mousse to keep flyaways down and wearing a satin bonnet or scarf goes a long way in keeping the style fresh and cute for a longer period of time (though most hair experts don’t recommend keeping a protective style in for more than six to eight weeks).
What’s The Difference Between Senegalese Twists And Invisible Locs?
Invisible locs start as flat twists before they’re transitioned into two-strand twists. They also use either Marley or Cuban hair.
Senegalese twists start as two-strand twists from the roots. And while some people use Marley hair for Senegalese twists, most girlies prefer regular synthetic or kanekalon hair.
Also, the twists on Senegalese hairstyles are usually smaller and tighter than those of invisible locs and may be left straight or curled at the ends. Invisible locs are secured with a wrapped knot at the end.
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