Are you ready to try faux dreadlocks? Darling has put together the ultimate style guide to get you started.

Darling has launched its Natural Hair Collection to cater to the style needs of women who love afros and locs.

Most women enjoy versatility when it comes to hair, but also want a way to protect it. Faux locs or dreadlocks are the perfect protective hairstyle as they enable hair to grow with minimal manipulation. 

Got the Loc itch? We’ve put together a style guide for dreadlocks to help you find the perfect style for your personality.

Faux loc styles

Stylish Goddess Locs

Of all the trendy dreads, Goddess Locs are probably the best. They’re perfect if you want both dreadlocks and natural curls.

These natural-looking Locs with wavy or curly ends are usually installed using the crochet method. Get a curly dreadlock look with Darling's Goddess Locs, which are available in two solids and two ombre shades.

Thin faux locs 

The Jozi Lite Dred hair piece has movement and versatility to create gorgeous looks.

You can wear them in a centre parting or a side braid which is perfect for the office or another formal occasion. Check out Darling’s take on this head-turning look.

Marley Kinky Locs

Don't let their size fool you: thick, natural-looking individual Marley Kinky is usually light, plus you can go for the solid type of a Marley twist variation.

How to accessorise 

There are various ways to accessorise your faux locs.

Cowrie shells are an excellent way to upgrade your style. The shaded porcelain shells pair well with locs and look even better when combined with gold accessories. Coils and cuffs add a bit of shine to the entire faux loc look.

Another way to take your faux locs to goddess levels is with a single metallic thread. Alternatively, yarn can be used to give your look a boho effect.

With faux locs, you have a world of possibilities once you pick the right type for you and your lifestyle. Darling stocks a variety of products from its Natural Collection, to cater to your dreadlock dreams.

Which Darling faux loc style will you be trying? Jozi Lite Dreds, Jozi Dreds or the Goddess Locs?

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This article was paid for by Darling SA.