Wicks
maintenance

The first step in the process would be to book a Wicks Consultation. At the consultation we will discuss any hair issues or concerns you may have, answer any questions you may have about locs, and go over the care of your locs. At the conclusion of your consultation we will schedule your Starter Wicks, Loc Combination into Wicks, or (if it is our first time working with Bee) Wicks Maintenance appointment. 

Using the crochet method Bee will take your hair that is at MINIMUM 4 inches and create your Wicks. For your appointment Bee will wash and condition your hair as well as detangle, even if you have recently done it yourself. You are more than welcome to wash and detangle your hair before the appointment, however, we ask that you do not blow dry your hair straight. Your ends will be trimmed within reason and scalp oiled before leaving. If you wish to have color we ask that you color your hair before your starter loc appointment or wait until your hair has budded (approx. 3-5 months).

If you are interested in turning your current locs into Wicks we can explore your options using the crochet method. At your Wicks Consultation we will discuss your current locs and select a parting plan. Price is based upon length of your current locs. 

Wicks clients will select the "Crochet Retwist" option for ongoing maintenance. An oil and wash routine is ideal for strong healthy locs. Also, I suggest that you use a durag instead of a bonnet for your starter phase, and a bonnet for matured locs. 

The suggested schedule is once a month to maintain manicured locs, once every 1.5 months for semi-free forming locs, and once every 2 months for free forming locs and wicks. If you go more than three (3) months without communicating that you are doing self care we request that a New Client Consultation is booked in order to follow up.

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