Locklan Samples is a toddler with a head of hair that cannot be tamed.
His blonde locks stick straight upthink rockstar-level hairand his coif doesnt respond to a comb.
If youve never heard of UHS, youre not alone.
Locklan’s own pediatrician hadnt heard of it!
UHS is a genetic abnormality found in children between the ages of 3 months and 12 years old.
Their hair looks similar to Locklans; its very light in color and is dry and frizzy.
And as the name suggests, it cant be combed flat.
Katelyn describes the strands as having a crimp in them.
Since receiving the UHS diagnosis, Katelyn has found support on the internet.
The more people who are diagnosed, the better that scientists will understand UHS.
Katelyn also wants the account to speak to a larger idea: embracing what makes us different.
We love Locklans hair and truly believe its a blessing, Katelyn tells My Modern Met.
Remember to be proud of what makes you stand out and of course, lead with kindness.
I would say that 98% of people are so kind and love it,she says.
They say he’s like a little rock star.
It brings a smile to peoples' faces.
And right now when he’s little, he loves the attention and doesn’t mind it.
Locklan Samples is a toddler with a head of hair that cannot be tamed.
His blonde locks stick straight up.
Locklan has a rare genetic condition called uncombable hair syndrome (UHS).
The genetic condition is very rare; he’s one of 100 known cases.
His hair is frizzy and has a crimp in its texture.
It’s not painful whatsoever.
