Frequently Asked Questions

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WILL THERE BE ANY EYELASH OR EYELASH EXTENSION SERVICES ADDED SINCE YOUR NAME IS LOCKS&LASHES?

YES!! We will be expanding the salon services to include Eyelash extensions and other services! Stay Tuned!!

IS THERE A COVID-19 PROTOCOL IMPLEMENTED IN THE SALON?

YES!!! ALL clients and stylists are REQUIRED to wear masks for the entire duration of the appointment. Salon chairs, tools, door knobs, restrooms, chairs and anything consistently touched are cleaned and disinfected after each client visit.

WHY ARE DEPOSITS REQUIRED FOR APPOINTMENTS?

Locks&Lashes requires 100% deposit when booking to ensure Salon Owners that clients are serious about attending their appointments.

AM I ABLE TO COLOR MY SISTERLOCKS OR TRES PETITE MICROLOCKS?

Yes. Coloring is encouraged 2 weeks prior to loc establishment with a semi-permanent hair color. Hair color tends to loosen the natural curl pattern of the hair. If hair is not colored within 2 week prior to establishment, client will have to wait 1 year after locs are installed or when locs are completely settled and the consultant has given you the “OK”. Depending on hair texture and curl pattern settling can take anywhere from 6 months to 1 year.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I RETIGHTEN MY SL OR TPM?

Loc retightenings for SL and TPM should be done every 4 to 6 weeks. To make sure integrity of the locs are strong, helps gain control of slippage and bunching is addressed. Traditional locs should be maintained every 8 weeks.

CAN CHILDREN GET SISTERLOCKS or TRES PETITE MICROLOCKS?

Yes! SL and TPM are encouraged starting at the age of 5. If you decide to loc your child’s hair they will not have to be burdened with the many “black girl” hair woes we encountered growing up.

HOW MANY TRES PETITE MICROLOCKS SHOULD I HAVE?

Loc counts will also very with this locking system. Hair density, head size, and how big you want your locs will play a part in the decision. Tres Petite Microlocks give the same freedom but with more leniency on loc count. Average on low end 200 to 400 on higher end.

HOW MANY SISTERLOCKS SHOULD I HAVE?

Loc counts will vary based on your hair density, the size you want your locs to be as well as the size of your head. The average number is 400 to 800 Sisterlocks.

CAN SISTERLOCKS OR TRES PETITE LOCS BE TAKEN DOWN?

Yes, however the procedure is very tedious, you will not want to get Sisterlocks with that intention. Once you discover the freedom and enhancement SL gives to your life you WILL NOT go back!

CAN I GET SISTERLOCKS IF I HAVE RELAXED HAIR?

Yes. The transition will take more time. The ends will not be locked which will enhance styling options at the beginning and as natural texture grows in. Your consultant will assist with the transition, trimming permed ends if desired. However permed ends will shed as time goes on.

WHAT ARE TRES PETITE MICROLOCKS?

Très Petite Microlocks (Très Petite Microlocks= Very Small Microlocks) were created by Locks&Lashes founder B.Naomi Day. Tres Petite Microlocks are larger than SL, but smaller than traditional locs. They are maintained using the interlocking method with a crochet needle (not crochet hook). Parting grid used are clean, small boxes which allow desired fullness. Client will end up with between 200-400 TPM depending on desired size.

WHAT ARE MICROLOCKS?

Microlocks are any small lock ranging between the size of a SL and a traditional loc. Microlocks can be started with 2 strand twists and braids (braidlocks), also maintained using interlocking method.

WHAT ARE SISTERLOCKS ™?

Sisterlocks ™ is a natural hair management system that creates tiny style-able locks. Sisterlocks ™ were created using a trademarked locking technique by Dr. Joanne Cornwell. Sisterlocks ™ are usually ⅓ of the size of traditional locs. These locs do not require the use of any hair care products nor is added hair required. Sisterlocks ™ are maintained using interlocking method performed with a special weaving SL tool.

Hours
Tues to Fri: 7am - 6pm
Sat: 10am - 5pm
Sun & Mon: CLOSED
Location

926 McKnight Rd.
University City, Missouri 63132 

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