Starting Dreadlocks without extensions
Who Can Have Dreadlocks?
Dreadlocks can be done on any type hair now-a days. There are methods for kinky hair,curly , straight hair, and short hair. It no longer matters the ethic back ground. All cultures are enjoying this wonderfully versatile and stylish look.
Dreadlocks can be added with extension hair, or straight hair can be dreaded. There are so many techniques. We’ll talk about that later .
Dreadlocks that are started with natural kinky or really curly hair is normally twisted first to start the size and sections. Then palm rolled every two weeks with a wax or holding pomade to hold hair in place.
How to start a dread on kinky or curly hair
- Hair in free of all chemicals to start new dreads, Hair should be conditioned and trimmed if needed before beginning this process.
- Hair is sectioned using a brick layered technique to prevent partings from being so obvious.
- Each section is parted with a metal barber or twist comb with the smaller teeth end if hair is short. Make sure all twist is done in the same direction close to the scalp.
- Palm roll each section if hair is longer than four inches unless you prefer the smoother spiral look with the comb
- A mixture of your favorite styling pomade or styling wax should be applied as each twist is formed.Product should be used that is easy to shampoo later.
- Securing each twist with a clip is necessary for a very neat and molded twist when finished. This will allow the hair to last longer when wrapping at night and neater to a more refined look before locking has started.
- Twist are placed in the direction it is to dry if the hair is shorter. Longer hair can be styled after the hair is dried.
- A extra hold spritz can be used for hair that needs a little extra help to hold it’s shape throughout the time it takes to lock .
Maintaining New Dreadlocks
- Hair should be wrapped tight during showers and workouts.
- Lightly spray water free moisturizers and sheen on hair to maintain a shiny healthy hair.
- Hair should not be shampooed for the first 3-4 weeks depending on the softness of the hair.
- Scalp is cleaned with antiseptic. Wipe scalp to refresh and clean scalp.
- Keep hair protected from lint by wrapping it at night.
- Place longer hair in larger braids at night for a wavy look
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