Question 1

What size hair bead do I need for my locs or braids?

Accepted Answer

Measure the diameter of a single loc or braid, then match it to the bead's listed inner hole, usually given in millimeters or a reference like "#2 pencil" (roughly 7mm). A bore slightly larger than your strand slides on easily; one a touch smaller grips and stays put. Many makers offer made-to-order bores, so message them your measurement if a listing's size is fixed.

Question 2

What is the difference between a hair bead and a hair cuff?

Accepted Answer

A bead is a solid ring with a fixed bore that you thread a loc, braid, or twist through. A cuff has an opening, so it slides onto hair sideways and pinches or coils closed without being woven in. Cuffs reposition easily and suit thicker or finer hair because they flex; beads sit more permanently and showcase the bore-sized stone or metalwork.

Question 3

Will copper or metal hair beads turn my hair green?

Accepted Answer

Quality solid copper, brass, and 304 stainless steel beads will not leave green rings; the green comes from cheap plated alloys that tarnish against scalp oils and water. Many makers seal copper with a clear lacquer to hold the shine. Look for stated metal type and "tarnish-resistant" or "lacquered" in the listing, and avoid unlabeled plated sets.

Question 4

How much do handmade hair beads and cuffs cost?

Accepted Answer

A single statement bead or cuff usually runs $8-$20, while sets of 10-25 plain copper or steel beads land in the $20-$60 range. Wire-wrapped designs with gemstone, abalone shell, or pearl accents cost more, often $25-$80 per piece, because each is coiled by hand. Larger sculptural or sterling silver loc jewelry climbs higher.

Question 5

How long do handmade loc beads take to ship?

Accepted Answer

Ready-made beads and cuffs from most independent makers ship in 3-7 business days. Made-to-order pieces, especially sets cut to a custom bore size or wire-wrapped to order, typically add 1-3 weeks of processing before shipping. Check the listing's processing time and order two to three weeks ahead if you want them for a specific date or photo shoot.

Question 6

Are hair cuffs adjustable for different hair thicknesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Open metal cuffs are made of thin, bendable metal so you can gently squeeze them tighter or looser around the strand. Coil-style cuffs wrap in a spiral, so you twist them on and adjust the grip by how snugly you wind them. Both accommodate a range of loc, braid, and twist sizes, which makes them more forgiving than fixed-bore beads.

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