Relocks

 

Relocks: Keep Your Dreadlocks Neat, Healthy, and Strong

By Eniola Hair Hub
Updated August 2025

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Introduction

If you’ve started your dreadlock journey, you’ve probably noticed something: new hair growth changes everything. Over time, the base of your locs loosens, roots get fuzzy, and your neat style loses its shape.

That’s where relocking comes in. Relocking is the process of tightening or re-twisting the roots of your locs to keep them neat, healthy, and strong.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

• What relocking is and why it’s important

• The different methods of relocking

• How often to relock

• Mistakes to avoid

• Products you’ll need

• DIY vs. professional retwists

• Styling tips after a relock

• FAQs from clients

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1. What Is Relocking?

Relocking is essentially a maintenance session for your dreadlocks. As your hair grows, new growth at the scalp remains loose and unbound. Relocking secures this growth into your existing locs.

Benefits:

• Keeps locs neat and uniform

• Prevents tangling and merging of roots

• Strengthens loc structure over time

• Makes styling easier and cleaner

💡 Pro Tip: Relocking is not just for looks—it’s crucial for the health and longevity of your locs.

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2. How Often Should You Relock?

• Every 4–6 weeks: For neat, well-defined locs

• Every 8 weeks: For a more relaxed, fuller look

• Freeform: Only when roots tangle too much

⚠ Warning: Over-relocking can weaken hair at the roots and cause thinning or breakage.

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3. Methods of Relocking

Different hair types and lifestyles require different relocking techniques.

A. Palm Rolling

• Most popular method

• Hair is rolled between palms to tighten loc

• Works best for medium to thick locs

B. Interlocking

• Uses a latch hook to weave hair through the base

• Keeps locs tight longer (great for swimmers/active people)

• Can be done less frequently

C. Crochet Hook

• Small hook used to pull loose hairs inside the loc

• Creates instant, tight, frizz-free locs

• Often combined with palm rolling

📷 Interactive Tip: Add step-by-step relock photos to your blog post for better engagement.

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4. Step-by-Step: Palm Roll Relock

1. Wash: Clean locs with residue-free shampoo

2. Dry: Towel dry until slightly damp

3. Section: Use clips to divide hair into neat rows

4. Twist: Roll new growth tightly between your palms

5. Secure: Use clips to hold loc in place until dry

6. Set: Air dry or sit under a hood dryer

💡 Salon Secret: Always roll in the same direction to avoid unraveling.

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5. Products You’ll Need

• Shampoo: Sulfate-free, residue-free

• Locking Gel/Cream: Lightweight formula (avoid heavy wax)

• Clips: Double prong metal clips for securing

• Oils: Jojoba, tea tree, or peppermint for scalp health

• Spray Bottle: For moisture between washes

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6. Aftercare for a Fresh Relock

• Avoid getting hair wet for 2–3 days

• Sleep with a satin scarf or bonnet

• Oil scalp lightly every 3–4 days

• Avoid tight hairstyles for the first week to prevent tension

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7. DIY Relocking vs. Professional Relocking

DIY Relocking:

• Cheaper

• Convenient

• Requires skill and patience

Professional Relocking:

• Neater, more uniform results

• Faster process

• Scalp and loc health check included

💡 If you’re new to locs, start with a professional until you’ve learned proper techniques.

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8. Styling After Relocking

Freshly relocked locs are neat and versatile.

Popular Styles:

• Loc bun

• Half-up ponytail

• Loc twists

• Updos for events

• Loc jewelry for decoration

🎨 Creative Challenge: Try one new loc style after every relock and document your journey.

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9. Common Relocking Mistakes

• Twisting too tightly: Causes scalp tension and hair loss

• Overuse of product: Leads to buildup and odor

• Skipping moisture: Makes locs brittle and prone to breakage

• Ignoring your scalp: Healthy roots = healthy locs

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10. FAQs

Q: Can I relock wet hair?
A: Yes, but damp hair is better—it’s easier to manipulate without damage.

Q: Will relocking make my locs shorter?
A: Locs may appear shorter temporarily due to tightening, but length returns as they grow.

Q: Can I switch methods (e.g., from palm rolling to interlocking)?
A: Yes, but switch during a maintenance session for the best transition.

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11. Interactive Loc Care Routine

Weekly: Moisturize with a spray mix of water + aloe juice + light oil
Monthly: Deep cleanse with clarifying shampoo
Bi-Monthly: Relock roots
Every 6 Months: Professional checkup at a salon

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12. Final Thoughts

Relocking is more than just keeping your locs neat—it’s about maintaining the health, structure, and beauty of your hair. Whether you DIY or see a professional, consistency is key.

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