Installation process and technique
Butterfly locs at African Hair Braiding by Fama use the crotchet method: wavy hair is looped into a braid with a crotchet needle and then loosely wrapped to create a distressed, slightly unraveled finish. Stylists pay close attention to tension and parting so parts look clean and the roots aren’t overly tight.
What you see on the finished loc is driven by the braid base, the amount and pattern of the wavy extension, and how loosely the wrap is applied. Appointments are thorough — the service duration is 300 MINUTES — so there’s time to shape parting, size, and placement for a natural result.
Customization and extension choices
Length, thickness, and the specific wavy extension chosen determine how the style falls and how much movement it shows. Staff at Fama help clients select extensions and guide sizing so the locs read as natural and have clean parts; customers note helpful communication when choosing the right hair and length.
The loosely wrapped technique produces the butterfly, distressed look but can be dialed up or down. More unraveling creates a boho, beach-ready appearance popular in summer, while tighter wrapping reads as neater. Those trade-offs influence price and the amount of maintenance you’ll need over time.
Maintenance, repairs and timing
Butterfly locs can require periodic attention: some clients return for repairs, retwists or to address wear. Reviews mention excellent repair and retwist work at Fama, and that stylist communication and speed make those follow-ups straightforward. If sections loosen or need freshening, the salon handles maintenance and targeted repairs.
Seasonality affects scheduling and availability: June, July, and August are busiest because clients seek boho, beach-ready protective styles. Fama’s North Hollywood location is convenient for commuters — near the North Hollywood Metro and freeways — and works well for evening or weekend appointments for busy creatives and parents.
