What is the LOC method?

The LOC method is a method of applying certain styling products to your hair in a certain order. It is a term often used within the CG Method .

What does the LOC method stand for and what exactly is it?

The LOC method is an abbreviation of: leave-in, oil and cream. It is a method that prescribes in which order you can apply styling products to your hair. In this case, you start with a leave-in, then with an oil and then a cream. The technique ensures that moisture is absorbed well and also retained well (by the oil).

Variant of this styling method

In addition to the LOC method, there is also a variant: the LCO method . This is basically the same technique, but in a different order. You first use the leave-in, then the cream and then the oil.

Who is the LOC method suitable for?

Anyone can use the LOC or LCO method, but it is especially recommended for dry and brittle hair. These methods are also popular in winter because of the drying effects of the cold air. But there are also useful tips to adapt the LOC method to your type of curls. Want to know more about the influence of winter on your hair? Read more here.

Tips for curl types 2 to 3

Sometimes a cream and oil can be too much for this type of hair. It can become too heavy, causing your curls to hang and fall out. Of course we don't want that! In this case, replace the cream with a mousse or gel for example.

Tips for thicker hair or type 4 curls

Can your hair handle heavier products? Then you can safely use the cream.

Tips based on hair porosity

Do you know your porosity (how damaged it is)? Then you can also use this method to determine which method suits you best. As a rule, you can use the following:

• High porosity (damaged hair ): Use the LOC method. So first the leave-in, then the oil and then the cream.
• Low porosity: Try the LCO method. You use the leave-in first, then the cream and finally the oil.

What do you need for the LOC method?

As explained above, the LOC method is useful to have the following items at home:

• Leave-in Conditioner
• Hair oil
• Cream (or a gel or mousse)

How does the LOC method work?

If you would like to apply or try this method in your curl routine, follow these steps:

1. Wash your hair as you normally do.
2. Then apply the leave-in conditioner to damp hair (over the hair lengths). The water does not have to drip out anymore, if necessary, pat it dry a little with a curling towel .
3. Brush it well.
4. Now apply the oil over the lengths of your hair.
5. Brush it through again to distribute it evenly.
6. Now apply the cream over the lengths of the hair.
7. Brush it through thoroughly again.
8. Scrunch the products well into your hair.
9. Pat it dry again a little and blow-dry it with a diffuser.

If you want to use the LCO method, you also follow the steps above, but then you use a cream, mousse or gel during the second step and the oil during the last step.

Products you can use:

1. Leave-in conditioner ( Giovanni Direct Leave in Weightless Moisture Conditioner) : This is a weightless, light moisturizing leave-in conditioner.

2. Oil ( Bonding Oil by Curlsmith ): is a light oil that does not make your hair greasy or heavy.

3. Cream: The Moistful Curl Curl Enhancing Curling Crème has it all and also provides extra hydration to your curls.

Discover a gel or mousse here if you are going to replace the cream.

The result?

Perfectly hydrated curls! What do you think of this technique? Or do you have any questions? Feel free to ask them by leaving a comment.