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Instead, the trending hairstyle is a fun take on twists.

Three side by side images of Black women wearing invisible locs hairstyle

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In other words, what would normally take years to achieve can be accomplished in a matter of hours.

Even so, a lot goes into the trending style.

Meet the experts:

What Are invisible locs?

Black invisible locs

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It combines the techniques of locs and twists to fuse the two aesthetics together.

But the twists can be long or cropped and styled in an array of colors and sizes.

It all comes down to preference.

Invisible locs ponytail

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The roots are your natural hair, so its best to limit ponytails and half-up styles.

How long do invisible locs last?

Invisible locs last about four to six weeks.

Back view of invisible locs

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How to do invisible locs

It’s a process and it’s not quick.

As with most protective styles, its best to start with clean, blow-dried hair.

Switch it up with vibrant-colored extensions in golden brown or bold red.

Close up of invisible locs

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Keep scrolling for some of our favorite ways to wear invisible locs.

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Black Invisible locs in pigtail hairstyle

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