Locks of Love is a non-profit charity. There are some requirements to be a donor. Donated hair has to be ten inches long. The hair cannot be bleached, chemically damaged, or over processed. The hair must be in the form of a clean, dry ponytail or braid. To be a recipient of the hair, you must eighteen or younger. You have to also have long term hair loss from alopecia, scalp burns, or a similar condition. Also, you must have a proof of financial need. One last things is you need two provide two letters of recommendation, an essay, and a photo.

"I am very proud I let it grow out. It took a very long time, about two and a half years. It feels very weird to not be able to fling my hair around. I like it, but I had an out of body experience the first few days. It does not take two hours to dry my hair, which is about the only thing I like about it. I just wish I had cut it earlier because right now it is really cold."