Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about Locs Consultation.

Consultations ensure your hair health, scalp condition, and lifestyle align with the chosen loc method. This prevents damage, sets realistic expectations, establishes sizing and parting, and creates a clear plan for installation and maintenance before any new locs begin.

A typical consultation at Lucky Hair Braiding & Locs lasts about 30–60 minutes. We perform a hair and scalp analysis, discuss methods and maintenance, review pricing and timing, and create a personalized plan for your starter locs and follow-up care.

Arrive with clean, product-free hair if possible, and bring photos of styles you like. Prepare a list of recent chemical treatments, current products, and any scalp or medical history. This information helps your loctician make an accurate, safe recommendation.

Yes. Recent chemical relaxers, color, or keratin treatments change strand strength and elasticity, and may require waiting or alternative methods. Tell your loctician about any treatments so we can assess integrity, recommend timelines, or suggest safer installation techniques.

Yes. Your consultation includes a customized maintenance plan and product recommendations tailored to your loc type and lifestyle. We cover washing frequency, products to use or avoid, styling tips, and recommended follow-up appointments for healthy loc development.

We offer virtual consultations for out-of-town clients as a preliminary option. Video appointments allow initial assessment and planning, but an in-salon visit is required before installation to confirm texture, scalp health, and execute the chosen starter method.