loc extensions NYC

Dsylla is Officially a LocStar!!

by Mona-Lisa on August 17, 2011

Hey yall! So today I will be featuring a client of mine, she is well known on the hair boards for her gorgeous lush ultra long texlaxed hair. She decided after a horrible relaxer mishap to go natural once and for all, and she came to me to get her hair loc’d! At first we thought we’d be doing my temporary loc extensions on her, so the pictures where her hair looked brand new and you can see the parts are of that time, then she came back to add more locs for fullness and by that time, after living the carefree locd up lifestyle, she decided that this would be her permanent signature look, and I must say, it was a smart choice, she looks amazing! A true LocStar. Enjoy the pictures!

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Take a look at her video review of the loc’d life as well!! (Her locs have been in for quite a few months in this recent video)

**If you’re interested in having loc extensions done, e-mail me at: LocStar@BlackMasterPiece.com for more information**

If you’d like to see more of my loc extension clients, click here.

Thanks for reading! I’m over the moon about the way this look came together. What do you think of this style?

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Hey everyone! Remember Makini from Dreadlock Extensions: Some of My Best Work Yet? Well she’s been hooked on locs ever since, I’m gonna share with you her progress with Loc Extensions and her second fabulous set of carefree locs! This time with highlights!

I took these pics myself when we were in the car on our way to a lounge as you can see in my Flat Twist Out on the Town post. In the third picture in the gallery you can see how long her hair has grown within the locs! Its really remarkable and she loves how effortless the progress is. Take a looksie and tell me whatcha think!

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Get it girl!

**If you’re interested in having loc extensions done, e-mail me at: LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com for more information**

To view more of my work with loc extensions, click here.

Thanks for reading! Sound off! What are your thoughts on Kini’s copper highlights?.

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The Photographer’s Locs

by Mona-Lisa on July 25, 2011

Hey Everyone! Hope you’re having an awesome Monday. Today I’m featuring one of my male clients Lloyd, he opted for permanent loc extensions and they flattered him wonderfully. Great way to skip the awkward stage!

Take a look and enjoy! Lemme know what you think ;) Have a happy fulfilled day!

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**If you’re interested in having loc extensions done, e-mail me at: LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com for more information**

If you’d like to see more of my loc extension clients, click here.

Thanks for reading! Let me know what you think.

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Gorgeous Shoulder Length Permanent Loc Extensions

by Mona-Lisa on October 11, 2010

These are a set of loc extensions done on a beautiful young lady that requested they be permanent. Gorgeous locs for a Gorgeous lady! Check her out! The came out sooo lovely :)

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Thanks for reading! Let me know what you think.

**If you’re interested in having this style done, e-mail me at LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com or leave a comment below to be contacted with additional information**

If you’d like to see more of my loc extension clients, click here.

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Human Hair Shoulder Length Stunning Loc Extensions

by Mona-Lisa on September 27, 2010

These are a set of loc extensions I did on a client using human hair. I now understand why human hair is the GOLD standard in Loc extensions!

It cut my styling time by 50%, although all sets  I’ve done regardless of hair used have been super realistic the result brought the realism to a new level and matched the clients hair to a tee.  Additionally, the feel of it was the absolute best!

This client went from relaxed to loc’d :) Anyhow here are the pix…enjoy!

**If you’re interested in getting permanent or removable loc extensions, e-mail me at LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com to be contacted with additional information**

To view more of my loc extension clients, click here.

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To view more of my loc extension clients, click here. Thanks for reading! Let me know what you think.

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Shoulder Length Lovely Loc Extensions

by Mona-Lisa on August 4, 2010

These are a lovely set of loc extensions done on a beautiful young lady named Iriane. She opted to have them be shoulder length and it was a great decision….they’re absolutely beautiful and so natural. Let me know what you think of her look!

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**If you’re interested in having this style done, e-mail me at LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com or leave a comment below to be contacted with more information** ;)

To view more of my work with loc extensions, click here.

Thanks for reading!

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From Loose Natural Hair, to Long Locs!

by Mona-Lisa on July 29, 2010

Sharing a lovely set of loc extensions I recently did on a beautiful woman named Nneka! She got them about Bra-Strap length with some subtle copper highlights here and there.  It couldn’t be more flattering if we tried! Here are the pix! Enjoy loves!

Let me know what you think of her look!

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*If you’re in the NYC area and interested in getting this style done please e-mail me at LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com or leave a comment below to be contacted with more info* ;)

To view more of my work with loc extensions, click here.

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Dreadlock Extensions: Some of My Best Work Yet!

by Mona-Lisa on July 12, 2010

As you all know, I love creating fresh new protective styles that let you stay fabulous while you protect your strands and retain length. I quickly fell head over heels in love with the idea of doing temporary dreadlock extensions that look 100% legit as a protective style.

After doing tons of research for tutorials on youtube I found most of them pretty lacking and more geared towards nubian twists; which are really nice looking, but look super shiny and pretty blatantly fake. So I took small tips from several tutorials but when I got down to it I found that I had to come up with my own techniques for this style and thats just what I did!

This was my first attempt at loc extensions and it was a raving success. I was really happy with the results and did them to be removable.

My friend Makini is having an absolute blast with them she washes almost every day. Her hair is completely protected and surrounded by the extension hair so she’s not concerned with her hair rubbing against anything and drying out. She even has the freedom to sleep with her hair fully loose if she likes. As for how I did them its way too involved to type so I promise I will explain all my styles in a video tutorial series coming up super soon.  The pix are next followed by the FAQ’s and their answers enjoy! ;)

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Here are some FAQ’s and my Responses

Are they permanent?

There are both permanent and temporary versions of this style, that is completely your choice.

Do you use Glue?

Nope, I dont like the idea of glue near hair….I may have to use it on                            naturally straight hair textures though so we’ll see…..

Do I have to use Human hair?

No you do not. We can use either/ or and arrive at the same result. This set I did on Makini was done with synthetic afro kinky hair.

Is this style okay if I have shorter hair/transitioning hair?

This style would work just as well for short/newly natural/transitioning hair….there are even relaxed ladies getting this done as a protective style.

Will it look real?

I believe the pictures speak for themselves. It looks 100% legit, you go from your current look to looking like you’ve had locs for a decade overnight….its pretty awesome

Can I wash my hair with them in?

Absolutely Makini washes almost every day with no issues

How long can this last?

You could keep the temporary or permanent locs in for as long as you like. If it is just a temporary protective style, try not to exceed 5 months (YES they last that long). The convenient aspect is that your new-growth will blend flawlessly with the extension hair…as it is the same texture.

Can I go in the water at the beach with this?

Yes you can absolutely go to the beach and get drenched in the water with this.

What Brand/How many packs of hair did it take to do?

That depends on length, I will let you know what your specific needs are for your unique style.

How long does this style take to complete?

This style takes allll day long to do lol you have to start in the morning and be finished by the night

This is one of many styles I’ve been doing this summer I have SO much more in store (including the redesign of my site!) and I plan to share them all with you! Let me know what you think!

To view more of my work with loc extensions, click here.

*In the New York area and interested in getting this style done? E-mail me at: LovelyLocs@BlackMasterPiece.com, or leave a comment below to be contacted with additional information*

Thanks for reading!

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