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Locs are a deeply symbolic hairstyle in the Black community. They represent a journey of personal growth, cultural pride and spiritual connection. However, they require a lot of patience, and some may ...

As a Black boy mom, you’re not just raising a son. You’re also navigating the unique joys and challenges of keeping his hair ...

Kayla Greaves is the former Executive Beauty Editor for InStyle, overseeing all beauty coverage on the site. She has previously held positions at HuffPost and Bustle. Whether you've been on your loc ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Tushiyah Yisrael is the owner of The Loc Lounge in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in loc extensions, reattachments, repairs, instant locs, ...