Consultation and planning
A consultation is required before booking this service. During that meeting we review hair length, discuss the starter loc technique you prefer, and explain pricing — the final cost can vary based upon hair length and the chosen method. The consultation ensures the appointment is scheduled with the right time and preparations for your hair.
At consultation we assess hair history, look at reference photos, and match a starter approach to your daily routine. Pikesville clients often ask for evening or weekend options because many commute via Reisterstown Road or I-695; we use the consultation to align your service with those scheduling needs.
How locs are established
On the day of service, hair is shampooed and starter locs are established using the method discussed during your consultation. The stylist sections hair, secures each starter loc according to the chosen technique, and works to create a consistent base that will mature over time. We focus on even parting and secure beginnings rather than finished mature loc appearance.
The chosen method and how hair is sectioned affect early appearance, thickness, and part lines. Those decisions are practical trade-offs: smaller sections can create more uniform locs but require more time and maintenance, while larger sections form a chunkier look with a different maintenance rhythm.
Aftercare and scheduling
Starter loc appointments at Asili typically reference a baseline duration of 120 minutes for planning and scheduling. Pricing listed starts at $350, but final pricing will reflect the length of hair and the technique you and your stylist agree on during consultation. Follow-up maintenance appointments are planned at consultation so you know what to expect.
Local Mid-Atlantic climate — humid summers and cold winters — can influence how new locs feel and what products or coverings you prefer. Busy family schedules in Pikesville and surrounding neighborhoods mean we often coordinate follow-up care around evenings and weekends to fit maintenance into your routine.
