Chelsea-Abigail Owusu Ansah, a hairstylist from Ghana, has created history by breaking the record for the most hair locks in eight hours.
In under seven hours, 51 minutes, and six seconds, the skilled dreadlock artist locked 27 heads, formally earning the esteemed distinction that is recognized on the GWR website.
On March 6, 2024, Chelsea-Abigail, CEO of Yoga Locks, succeeded in accomplishing the goal through a lock-a-thon. Her incredible feat, which showcases her talent and perseverance, has elevated Ghana’s beauty business.
In a Facebook post, she expressed her pride and excitement: “I am proud and honored to announce that I have officially set a new Guinness World Record for the most heads of hair locked in 8 hours. Thank you, and I look forward to inspiring others to pursue their passion and strive for greatness.”
At a ceremony held on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Blue Kiosk in Ashongman Estate, Accra, the hairdresser formally revealed her accomplishment.
Chelsea-Abigail, who has worked as a professional in the hair-locking industry for more than six years, stated that she was inspired to attempt the record in order to dispel unfavorable myths about dreadlocks and encourage acceptance of the hairstyle.
She said: “I want people to have more knowlegde about dreadlocks, having dreadlocks doesn’t mean you are a bad person. I want to clear that mindset. People with dreadlocks have the purest of mindsets in this world”.
