What the style delivers
Butterfly locs are a textured faux-loc approach that layers loops and soft wraps to create a lightweight, natural-looking loc with volume and movement. The shape sits differently than tight or traditional locs, producing a relaxed, boho silhouette that many clients choose for its softer finish and distinct textured appearance.
Because the technique prioritizes texture and a looser finish, the visual outcome depends on choices made during installation — part size, tension, and added length. Those decisions trade off between fuller volume, lighter weight, and how the locs move across the scalp; discuss your desired silhouette during the consultation.
Appointment timing and customer preparation
Plan for a full appointment: installs at this salon are scheduled for 360 MINUTES, with a quoted service price of $180. Many clients report being asked to arrive with clean hair and allow time for consultation, parting, and edge work to get the finished shape Tina and her team craft.
Because Tina works from a South Dayton location near the University of Dayton and local transit lines, factor in travel time from I-75 or bus routes. Some customers have experienced delayed starts in isolated instances, so arriving on time and communicating any time constraints helps the appointment run smoothly.
Care, climate, and everyday wear
Butterfly locs require less daily manipulation than loose styles but still need gentle maintenance to manage frizz and new growth. Dayton’s humid summers can increase frizz; winter dryness affects texture differently. Regular, gentle cleansing and careful drying will help keep the locs shaped without heavy manipulation or frequent restyling.
Clients commonly report feeling transformed and pampered by the finished look, even those who came in with very short hair. If you’re tender-headed, request lighter tension at booking — many customers note Tina’s careful handling and neat, comfortable installs that preserve edges and boost confidence.
