Faux locs are installed using synthetic or natural hair extensions, often braiding, twisting or wrapping the extensions ...

Keep your box braids, faux locs and twists looking fresh ... Feeling the tufts of hair at the nape of your neck where a few micro braids, twists or locs used to be and noticing the fuzz poking ...

A jumbo silhouette or a micro moment ... Other styles that commonly use synthetic hair include feed-in braids, knotless braids, faux locs or butterfly locs, and Senegalese or Marley twists.

A new study finds synthetic hair, commonly used for protective styles, is reportedly costing consumers their livelihood and health.