I have always been curious about sisterlocks sister that started off with perm ends, so I decided to interview two wonderful ladies about their experience with their sisterlocks with perm ends.

So if you have perm ends, and are wondering about what issues, if any, may or has arisen, check this and the other post out.

How long have you been sisterlocked?

I have been locked for about 9 months (My installation was done on 7/22/2013). My Loctician said I don't have to braid or bind anymore, she also thinks I can color and cut, if I choose, so I guess my locks are fully mature now.

Most people start off sisterlocks with their natural hair, not many do it with permed. What made you decide to start your sisterlocks with permed ends?

I read during research, that you can have sisterlocks install with permed ends, and my Loctician showed me picture of women with permed ends. I actually have texturized ends, but my Loctician says it’s the same as permed. I only had about 2 inches of new growth, when I decided to get sisterlocks, and I wasn't comfortable with cutting off all my hair.

Do you feel your journey has been greatly different due to the fact that you started off with permed ends?

I never had the "awkward stage" that I have been hearing and reading about. I've loved my hair from the very beginning. The only thing I have experience is a little bunching, but I just pulled them out. I really don't do anything to my ends as far as maintaining is concern.

During my first wash, I had my starter shampoo in a spray bottle, but that fell and broke. My Loctician told me to go ahead use baby shampoo, and that what I have used ever since.

Lately my hair seems to be dryer, so on 3/20/2013, my Loctician decided to use a moisturizer when she styled me, but other than that, I mostly braid and wash...that's it.

Did you cut off your perm ends? If yes, when did you decided to cut off your permed ends and why?

I still have my ends. I'm sure in the future I will cut them, but as of now, I like how they look.

Knowing what you know now, would you start your sisterlocks with the permed ends again?

If I had to install my sisterlocks again, I would still go with perms ends. I like my hair and my journey so far, and I don't really see a reason to cut off all my hair, especially since I'm not ready for that. If I ever do want short hair, I can have it.

Have there been any weird questions or events while being sisterlocks?

Tester Locks

The bunching is the only "weird" experience I get. I get a lot of compliments and questions once in a while, but nothing weird.

Weird Question I Get

1) Are those braids?
2) How much did I Pay?
3) Can I take them down if I want?

My friends like to play in my hair a lot and I too can't keep my hands out of my hair either.

What would you like to inform others about being sisterlocks (especially with permed ends)?

Braid outs are my best friend! They help keep the perms ends looking nice. I work out a lot these days, and braiding them helped me avoid bad hair days.