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Butterfly Locs Braids & Updo for women

Butterfly locs: distressed, textured faux locs with small loops and curls along each loc, giving a soft, bohemian, lived-in look. The locs are medium thickness and shoulder length or longer. Boho and protective.

2026 protective romantic cultural
Best face shapes
Oval · Diamond · Heart
Styles worn close to the head or pulled back put cheekbones and the jawline on display, which flatters balanced and angular shapes.
Maintenance
Medium
Some styling on most days, with a trim every 3–5 weeks to hold the shape.
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Butterfly Locs: common questions

Which face shapes does the Butterfly Locs suit best?

The Butterfly Locs works especially well for Oval, Diamond, Heart face shapes. Styles worn close to the head or pulled back put cheekbones and the jawline on display, which flatters balanced and angular shapes.

How can I see the Butterfly Locs on my own face before getting it?

Upload a selfie to the Fadeup app (iOS) and the AI generates a realistic photo of you with the Butterfly Locs in seconds — free to try, no signup needed. It's the safest way to test a new look before committing.

Is the Butterfly Locs high maintenance?

Medium maintenance. Some styling on most days, with a trim every 3–5 weeks to hold the shape.

What should I ask my stylist for?

Show a photo. The fastest route: generate yourself with the Butterfly Locs in Fadeup and show that photo — your stylist sees the exact result you want on your own head, not a model's.

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