Sisterlocks trainee ยท Petersham, Sydney

Locs done with care

Sisterlocks, microlocs, traditional locs and braids by Yolande. Precise, gentle work in a warm, friendly chair you'll want to come back to.

Sisterlocks trainee Gentle, careful work 5.0 โ˜… ยท More than 100 reviews on Google
Book your slot New to locs? Start here A $50 deposit secures your appointment ยท Open Monday to Thursday
Services & prices

Know what you're booking, before you book

Every service with its price, sitting time and deposit. No guessing, no back and forth in the DMs.

Sisterlocks retie by Yolande

Sisterlocks Retie

From $320 ยท $50 deposit

Retightening new growth using the interlocking method.

Allow ~4 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Sisterlocks wash and retie by Yolande

Sisterlocks Wash & Retie

$350 ยท $50 deposit

Double shampoo, then the full retie. Your locs leave clean and retightened.

Allow ~4 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Microlocs retie by Yolande

Microlocs Retie

From $320 ยท $50 deposit

Fast, neat retightening.

Allow ~4 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Microlocs wash and retie by Yolande

Microlocs Wash & Retie

From $350 ยท $50 deposit

Shampoo and a full retie in the same sitting.

Allow ~4 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Traditional locs retie by Yolande

Traditional Locs Retie

From $200 ยท $50 deposit

Classic locs maintenance.

Allow ~2.5 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Traditional locs wash and retie by Yolande

Traditional Locs Wash & Retie

From $240 ยท $50 deposit

Shampoo and a full retie for classic locs.

Allow ~3 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Natural two-strand twists by Yolande

Natural Hair Twists

From $200 ยท $50 deposit

Classic two-strand twists, medium to large. Final cost by length and density.

Allow ~2.5 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Medium knotless braids by Yolande

Knotless Braids, Medium

From $350 ยท $50 deposit

Mid-back knotless braids, medium size.

Allow ~5.5โ€“6 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Large knotless braids by Yolande

Knotless Braids, Large

From $300 ยท $50 deposit

Mid-back knotless braids, large size. Quicker to install than medium.

Allow ~5.5 hrs ยท Book โ†’
Locs reconstruction by Yolande, after

Locs Reconstruction

From $550 ยท $100 deposit

For breakage, unravelled or neglected locs: shampoo, removal of damaged locs, re-attachment and re-sectioning. Final quote at an in-person consult. $60/hr after the first 5 hours.

Allow ~4 hrs + ยท Book โ†’
New to locs?

Not sure which locs are for you?

Three families of locs, three different looks and budgets. Read this first, then book a consult if you're still unsure.

Sisterlocks

Very fine, uniform locs installed on a precise grid. The most versatile for styling, the longest to install. Retie every 5โ€“7 weeks.

Microlocs

Small locs, quicker to install than sisterlocks and lower maintenance, with a similar lightweight feel.

Traditional locs

Thicker, classic locs. The simplest to maintain and the most affordable to start.

Still unsure? Book a consultation and we'll work it out together, with your hair in front of us.
Booking

Book in two steps

1 Tell me about your hair (2 minutes)
2 You're taken straight to the calendar to pick your slot and pay the deposit

By the time you sit in the chair, I already know your hair, your history and the result you're after. No long back and forth in the DMs, no surprises on the day.

Reviews

Why people travel for the chair

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"I see Yolande for my sisterlocks and she's honestly amazing. Super gentle with my hair, easy to chat with, and I always leave feeling fresh and put together. Highly recommend her if you're looking for someone who really understands sisterlocks."
โ€” Patricia Kirui ยท Google review
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"Yolande is amazing! Friendly, professional, and made my retwist completely painless. Quick and efficient, I left loving my hair. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend her for top-notch loctician services!"
โ€” Tolu Ibuowo ยท Google review
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"I had a great experience with Yolande! She is very professional, friendly, and welcoming. She did an excellent job on my locks. I really love the result and left very happy with my hair. She also gave me very helpful tips on how to take care of my locks at home. Great quality service and a very pleasant experience overall. I highly recommend her and will definitely come back. Thank you so much, Yolande!"
โ€” Rama Ndao ยท Google review

Real, verified reviews. See them on Google โ†—

Salon policies

The rules, in writing

So there are never surprises on the day.

FAQ

Questions I get every week

Before you book

How long does my hair need to be to start locs?

Around 3 to 4 inches. That gives me enough length to section your hair and get it locking properly. If you're not sure, send a photo through the form and I'll tell you.

Do I need a consultation before I start locs?

Yes. I want to see your hair first, either here in the salon or on a video call, so we pick the right method for your hair and I can give you a real price instead of a guess.

How long does an installation take?

Microlocs and sisterlocks installations are usually booked across two days. Your hair length and the method you choose decide how long it takes.

What does an installation cost?

It depends on your hair density and the type of locs, so installations and reconstructions are quoted after a consultation.

Do you provide the hair for braids?

It depends on the style. Some styles include the hair, others need you to bring your own. I'll tell you which one when you book.

Do you do mobile appointments?

No, every appointment happens here in the salon in Petersham.

Do you do children's hair?

Yes, as long as the child actually wants their hair done. If it gets too hard for them I'll stop the appointment, and the deposit isn't refunded.

What can I pay with?

PayID or card.

Your appointment

How should I prepare?

Come with clean, dry hair, with no heavy oils, gels or product build-up, unless I've told you something different.

How long does a retie take?

It depends on your hair and the service, so plan for a relaxed few hours. I never rush, I'd rather take the time and get it right, and most people enjoy the sit (we usually have a good chat). You'll have a clearer idea when you book.

Do you take same-day bookings?

Sometimes, if a slot is free. Booking ahead is always safer, regulars book weeks in advance.

I don't know my roster yet. Can I still book?

Yes, and it's the best way to do it. Pick a day that could suit and pay the deposit: your slot is then held. When your roster comes out, open your confirmation email and move the appointment yourself, free up to 48 hours before (counted on my working days, see the question below).

What if I need to cancel or move my appointment?

Moving or cancelling is free up to 48 hours before your appointment. Those 48 hours only count on the days I work, Monday to Thursday. The weekend doesn't count towards them, so a Saturday message about a Monday appointment is too late.

Two examples: for a Monday appointment, tell me by the Wednesday before. For a Thursday appointment, tell me by the Tuesday.

Inside that window it counts as a no-show and the deposit isn't refunded.

Looking after your locs

How often do I need to come back for my locs?

Every 5 to 7 weeks for a retie. You'll get a reminder message from me at week 5. Braids are different: there is no retie, you come back when it's time to take them out and start again.

Will washing my starter locs make them unravel?

A little unravelling early on is normal, it's part of your locs settling in. I'll give you the aftercare that keeps your scalp clean without setting your locs back.

How do I look after my locs at home?

Keep your scalp clean, moisturise the way I show you, sleep with a satin bonnet or pillowcase, and go easy on the products so you don't get build-up.

Can I colour my locs?

Yes, once your locs are mature and healthy. Get it done professionally, that's what keeps the damage down.

Can I go swimming after my locs are installed?

Give it 2 to 4 weeks first. Chlorine, salt water and long soaking can make new locs unravel or slow the locking down. If you do swim, wear a cap, rinse with clean water before and after, and let your locs dry all the way through.

Do you repair or reattach broken locs?

Yes, that's the reconstruction service: damaged locs removed, re-attached and re-sectioned. Depending on the damage I may need to see your hair at a consultation before we book it in.

Location & hours

Find the salon

Dreaming In Locs And Braids

4 Livingstone Rd
Petersham NSW 2049

0494 170 038
Di.locs8braids@outlook.com

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  • Monday1:00 pm โ€“ 10:30 pm
  • Tuesday10:00 am โ€“ 10:00 pm
  • Wednesday9:30 am โ€“ 10:00 pm
  • Thursday9:30 am โ€“ 10:00 pm
  • FridayClosed
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed ยท special requests

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Tell me about your hair and you'll be taken straight to the calendar to pick your slot.

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