What is the technique used to form Locs or Dreadlocks?

The formation of Locs or Dreadlocks primarily involves meshing and intertwining natural textured hair. This method takes advantage of the unique properties of textured hair, which has a natural tendency to tangle and bind. By intentionally encouraging these natural tendencies, hair can be organized into distinct sections that mat and merge over time, forming the characteristic cylindrical shape of Locs.

This technique does not rely on external tools or products but instead utilizes the hair's inherent texture and the natural oils produced by the scalp. The process can involve twisting the hair at the roots and allowing the hair to lock as it grows, creating a mature and well-defined Loc over time.

Other methods, while they might alter hair in various ways, do not contribute to the authentic and traditional process of forming Locs. For example, curling hair with heat tools or braiding creates a temporary style rather than the long-lasting and unique structure associated with Locs. Weaving threads through hair strands is more aligned with different styling techniques and not suited for the natural bonding process necessary for Loc formation.