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Faux locs are a staple protective stylejust ask Zendaya, Ciara, or Rihanna.

For those with textured hair, faux locs have emerged as a great alternative to braids or twists.

Need a few more reasons to give faux locs a try?

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What Are Faux Locs?

Osei-Blavo says faux locs are temporary locs that can be achieved on textured or relaxed hair.

However, Bames says you might also use Marley or Cuban twist hair.

With the crochet method, hair is first braided back in cornrows.

Then, pre-made loc extensions are crocheted into each cornrow using a crochet needle.

you could expect to spend between $150 to $500 on either style.

Morris also adds that some stylists might charge per loc, depending on their expertise.

How Long Do Faux Locs Last?

How to Maintain Faux Locs

Faux locs are easy to maintain with the proper techniques and products.

The biggest differentiators are appearance and texture.

The installation process is also different for soft locs and faux locs.

The Final Takeaway

Faux locs are a popular protective style for a few reasons.