I know I promised to discuss how I managed to make a decision of microlocks over sisterlocks but I thought it would be too long for one post so I split them up. Today, I will be answering the most asked locing question - what is the difference between microlocks and sisterlocks? Answers are often confusing and sometimes misleading. Many people believe sisterlocks and microlocks are the same thing but they aren't.
All sisterlocks may be microlocks but all microlocks are not sisterlocks.
Confused? Well continue reading.
Microlocs
are classified as any loc smaller than the size of a pencil. Sisterlocks are a
form of microlocks trademarked by its creator and has even been called a
lifestyle.
There are
rules and guidelines for every aspect of sisterlocks. Only a sisterlock
consultant or trainee can install sisterlocks based on a specific grid pattern
taught by the company, using the sisterlocks tool. The loc must be maintained using the sisterlock (interlocking) method. Using as few products as
possible is emphasised mainly shampoo, and conditioner for the mature locs.
These
restrictions are not placed on microlocks. In fact, apart from the
size there is no other requirements needed to be able to refer to locs as
micro. Microlocks can be started with twists, braids, coils, interlocking and
extensions. Maintenance can be done with palm tolling or interlocking. Any product you feel like trying can be used in your hair. Go nuts with it!
Simple enough, right?
So why are so many people confused?
Basically, it's the DIYers that confuse things. You can research DIY sisterlocks and find a lot of results for persons with microlocks installed by a friend or themselves to mimic the size and/or grid of sisterlocks. Many are started from twists, braids or using the interlocking method but none of them should be referred to as sisterlocks unless the installation is done by someone who has completed the sisterlocking course.
The next post will cover why I chose microlocks over sisterlocks.
Til then - Lata!
Til then - Lata!
