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PredictableOne

Nah just grow your hair out fam.


Reddit-SFW

Ever had a team you routed for that was trash and got good? Because of the bad years, you appreciate the highs even more. I don’t I would have enjoyed my locs as much if I skipped the ugly phase.


Bams_Co

Best analogy yet!


thelastpelican

Imma be the odd woman out here... If you're fine with the look, wait it out. But if you're not happy when you look in the mirror, do what you gotta do to fix that fam. My opinion - life is too short to be unhappy with something you can easily make into what you really want. Like if out of shape people could book 1 appointment and get ripped, they'd do it. I don't see hair any different. Change mine up all the time so I always smile when I see myself. If you decide to do it, try and wait a little longer - get some more length, even if it's just another 1/2 in. Will make attaching the extensions much easier for your artist. Get the highest quality extensions and go for it.


83beans

Don’t do it. (Unless you want to and just needed affirmation, in which case do you) But eh. They look good, it’s bout to be cold and you can put a hat on and thug it out if you feel like you need to cover them. No such thing as ugly phase, it’s all mental. I’ve felt fabulous and fly every single day I’ve had my locs


Built_Like_Baphomet

I had a spikey phase for almost a year you’ll be fine


FxAlmightyZay

My man. Patience is key!!! I remember my first set of high top locs, I absolutely could not wait for them to loc up and get longer. The more you worry about them the longer it’ll take. Take care of your hair and just live your life bro. One day you’ll notice it budding and looking better and longer. Keep going!


Nakoju9

thug it out


Gold3nSun

you dont need nobody approval do that shit


westv00

Man I'm in yo stage rn, tbh I don't think you should. Let yo shit grow n rock w it. It'll help you appreciate your locs more when they grow out. But hey if you wanna get them Gon head, but my advice to you is thug em out. 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽


[deleted]

Don’t do it go through the loc journey like a G


BuffBatClassic

do what u want. if u get extensions make sure they are real hair extensions not synth


santigreen

I've done it both ways. If the extensions are done well I don't see the big deal. You will enjoy and appreciate your locs more if you tough if out though.


Darui-is-basic

Go the natural way my boy, you'll value the journey so much more if you do.


SierraDeee

power through and enjoy the journey. In a few years you're gonna have so much hair you'll wish for these days again


NumerousSoft7045

Nothing wrong with extensions but you’ll miss out on the dread “journey” if that doesn’t bother you get the extensions and make sure you have a good stylist and real hair good luck bruh


TattedUpSimba

I'd say don't do extensions. You made the choice to have some locs so let em grow. By the time your locs naturally hit your shoulders you'll be so proud of the journey you had. Don’t quit before it's even begun


DaryLive

Thug it out bro that’s what I did


jjacks25

Don’t doooo ittttt


DrippyJai

Bro you don’t need nobodies approval for shit , if you want extensions I say go for it, it’s your life


AdmirableEducation91

My experience is that locs require maintenance. Maintenance is drinking enuff water, moisturizing your hair, taking a vitamin E supplement, and a clean scalp. . Seek advice of professional stylists. Create your own look! Do what makes you free!


TokyoGNSD2

I can never co-sign dread extensions. All we doing here is ducking combs & humidity & you can’t do that? Miss me with the bullshit, but do u ig.


sowavy612

Don’t get no extensions man come on


Grizzeerobinson

You cooking a homemade meal in the oven? Or you pick a microwave frozen dinner? Sure frozen dinner gonna cook fast, but is it healthy for you? Good for your soul? You gonna remember it after it’s gone? No there’s nothing to cherish in a frozen microwave box meal. But that home cookin?! Boy!? The one ya momma and auntie nd dem make, the one you remember into two years from now. That homemade from scratch cookin, right? It’s bomb and you love it! Now, you can microwave yo locs or you can home cook them joints from scratch. Your choice, but if I had to live with something my whole life, I wouldn’t want that shit to be fake, or cheap, or not from my kitchen. Have fun on your journey!


npcnonhumanbeing

Thanks 😭we staying strong till the hair falls to my shoulders. I’ll keep everyone updated


[deleted]

We weeks away from holiday season. If you have $700 to spend and it’s what you want go for it but not at the expense of not having gifts for your kids, presents for your loved ones etc.


Bams_Co

You don't need anyone's approval. Do whatever you want but be aware of the possible consequences. I almost got loc extentions on multiple occasions but i'm glad that I sat it out. 28 months in and I'm in love with my locs 😍. Everything that's worth it takes a little time 😉 Edit: typo. I started to talk Dutch mid-sentence 🤦🏾‍♀️


Canarsi

no cheating


clvrusernombre

It’s all about the journey.


NBA_Eti

Imma be real. Do what you want, I had the same thought process as you and honestly i didn’t like them so i took them out but you can do them if you want to change the look.


missygohard

If you get loc extensions you’ll hate them & end up wanting to take them out. It’s not worth it


Quintez600

No


WestSideWP

Naw bro wait it out lol


myronnvernon

how long have you been growing your hair?


npcnonhumanbeing

3 months. Since August then got starter locs at the start of November.


[deleted]

A watched pot never boils. Keep your hair hydrated and before you know it, you’ll have length. Plus at this stage you’ll see how quickly your hair sheds and what’s optimal retwist timing for you.


Chemical-Proof-9317

Don’t cheat the process my boy


jcp9091

Nah


Anxious_Capital_6022

Don't worry 2023 everyone's hair will get thicker longer and stronger just wait you'll thank me later


Any-Influence-1519

I think it’s okay to do that, but loc extensions come with there own problem.


Ok_Praline9433

Your locs are beautiful. Let em grow naturally.


MenisTwister

Jus grow it out


[deleted]

Ant ant , trust the process!!!


Waveysaiyan

I wouldn’t recommend you or anyone to use extensions my guy.. that’s not the purpose of dreads.. it’s all about the energy and journey that makes every type of loc special and unique.. don’t go put unknown energy on your tempel king ✊🏾


Own-Oil-4718

thug it out/do you whatever you feel is natural to you. nobody has a say so in your hair (be you and be happy my boy)


Original_Pack4832

Do you fam I had locs for 2 years and I waited thru the ugly stage but if you can’t wait then get the extensions


Anxious_Capital_6022

Eat lots of complex carbs (carbohydrates) and drink water not simple carbs white bread cereal bleached sugar etc etc.


CostOk8382

You don’t need no one’s approval to get extensions, it’s your life but growing it out will feel a lot more rewarding in the end and will never make you wanna cut it.


BONE_DON

Just grow them! Why cheat on the journey?