J’ouvert (pronounced — Joo-VAY) is a traditional street festival that marks the beginning of Carnival celebrations in many Caribbean countries. Participants (also known as revelers) palance behind a music truck or band. In some Caribbean islands, this vibrant tradition involves covering the body or clothing with oil or mud, which adds an element of uniqueness and cultural significance; meanwhile, other islands have their own variations, using colored paint and powder to enhance the festive atmosphere.

This journey started with the valuable assistance of a highly skilled loctician. After spending a greater part of my adult life as loc’d and the last two years as renewed loose natural, I've condensed my experience into four effective tips to help you grow and maintain healthy locs. These tips are for my curly and coily family with locs that are at least 6 months old.