


Wanting microlocs but apprehensive
Like the title says, I want microlocs, again, but I am worried about traction alopecia and thinning. Some of that is due to age, I'm 41 and I'm on a glp1 and meds for adhd and hypertension. I am working on my health and hydration and vitamin intake.
I also have fine strands and not a lot of density. My hair is mostly 4C, maybe 4B at my temples, and a loose but kinky texture at the nape, and prone to fragility in the center/crown. The majority of my issues are solved and my hair has grown in really well and continues to grow well in protective styles and when it's styled so that I don't have to mess with it often.
I'm becoming more and more active going to the gym 3 to 4 times a week and going skating a few times a week. I work a professional client facing job so I'm drawn to the look of microlocs and interlocking. I like the grid for styling. I'm thinking of getting some minibraids installed and letting them lock up and doing my own upkeep and maintenance.
I've had microlocs and think I over interlocked them and didn't dry them properly. I had traditional locs but took them out after a lot of hair loss that I think was from under eating and dehydration. Any advice or suggestions or cautions? I'm including pics of my hair and an inspo pic for braid size.
Thanks!