Except for freeform, starting dreadlocks requires hair products, a stylist, or loctician. Due to years of processing and combing, hair has to be trained to develop dreadlocks. Products such as beeswax, tightening gels, Shea butter, cocoa butter, or homemade creams helps to twist and hold hair strains together in sections to create temporary locs. It’s […]
15 Tips for Living Successfully with Dreadlocks
One of the biggest mistakes one can make is thinking society accepts dreadlocks like any other hairstyle. A quick search on the internet results in many articles detailing problems those with dreadlocks encounter with schools, jobs, and society every day. However, regardless of the horror stories, many are living successfully with dreadlocks. Here are […]
My Freeform Journey to Dreadlocks
During my dreadlocks research, I don’t remember speaking to anyone who used the freeform method. All the ways I did discover, however, required three important things: time, money, and a decent amount of hair. With lack of time and money, I decided to shampoo and moisturize what little hair I had. But no combing or […]
Coming Home to Dreadlocks
After visiting New York City and seeing people with dreadlocks from all races and cultures, I decided to follow my desire to welcome them into the life of my hair. Upon returning to Dallas, I started seeking information on how to let my hair develop dreadlocks. I researched the Internet, consulted hair stylists, and continued […]
How And When To Use Wax On Dreadlocks
Dread wax offers a lot of unexpected benefits to hair when used correctly. Wax acts as a catalyst in the locking process by binding loose knots together with the dreads. How To Use Dread Wax Use the smallest amount of wax required to help tighten your dreads and smooth the frizzy hair. Warm a pea-sized […]