50 things you should know about DREADLOCKS

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50 things you should know before getting dreadlocks! Tbh, there was a lot more I could’ve said, what would you have added to the list!??

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[puddytatpurr]

Velcro; the bane of every dreadhead's existence!!!

[HeatherfishCreations]

Thank you for mentioning that people with thin hair can rock locs! I see so many people discouraged because of this. I have always had thin hair and it hasn't been a problem for me. :)

[colivarez]

I am SO stoked that you decided to start this channel! I do my own dreads for the past 3 years now, and you're one of my favorites to follow! It was difficult to find dreadlock content on your other channel, so very excited to see what you have in store for this one! I just love you and your dreads are freakin gorgeous!

[monicajackson]

I wash and condition my locs weekly, and have not had an issue. This maybe because I am African American. I talked to an African American Loctitian and she said after they have been locked for a while or if they have interlock, and instant locks they should condition them as often as they wash. Even though I disagree with the general statement not to condition I did really enjoy your information.

[vallovesnature]

I laughed way too hard when you mentioned the velcro. I have a friend who’s Jamaican & when he said we can go to Jamaica to get my dreads, he almost got slapped when he mentioned wax😂

[kimberlyjohnson]

I've been on the fence about installing dreads but I really want them. I'm so glad I've found your videos. Thanks for the information. Your the best

[libertylifestyles]

Ty so much! I decided today to Dred lock my hair. So cool thanks for all the great tips. I'm definitely going w the crochet method😊❤

[stubbornsalad]

I had partial dreads but wasn't happy with the outcome. I am dreading again but with much more experience I can't wait.
Love your neck tattoo ❤!

[staceyrowley]

I’m glad I came across your videos. I just got a partial for the first time two weeks ago and learning so much!
I’ve been wanting them for a few years now, and I honestly was a little afraid of the questions I may get like you mentioned in the beginning part of the video, but if one actually reads into the history of dreadlocks, they have been apart of so many cultures in their own way for centuries!
Otherwise, I have gotten so many compliments and can’t wait to get another two rows! 💜🩷✌️☮️

[brettnbeckvalleyvan]

Been growing my hair for the last two years in preparation for dreads, thank you for this video 🙏🏻 very informative sending love, peace and good energy from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️🙏🏻

[katizz]

Loc'd hair isn't matted or twisted hair. My locs are not matted. Wax and conditioners are bad for locs. Locs can be changed at any time. Locs dont take a long time to dry. Products for loc'd hair are terrible. Palm rolling is a bad idea, because you have to know how to palm roll. Rubbing the locs is not palm rolling.

Crochet is a terrible idea. Interlocking and crochet just puts holes in the loc. Loc's should never ever feel heavy. Checking to see if locs are thinning at the root can cause that heaviness and pain. Re-twisting and crocheting will thin the loc. It's best to leave yor locs alone sometimes. We are always going to have loose hairs especially at the root because hair is growing. Leave it alone or wrap near-by loose hairs around the loc with water spritz. It will loc up.

[chroniclesoftheunknownalle]

Yay!!! Your new channel. I also just started a YouTube channel. It’s very refreshing to find a fresh dreadlock channel, most haven’t posted in like 5 years lol! I’m having my dreads installed in 2 weeks ❤. This is the second time I’ve had them and I’m so happy to get them back because I miss them so much

[dianarose]

I have thin, fine hair and wearing braid in dreads has really helped so much! My hair looks so full with them in. Definitely been a game changer ❤

[amandachampion]

Great tips, they definitely get stuck in everything, I do all most no maintenance, I wash once weekly, separate after they dry, and when the roots get super messy I do the root rub thing lol, ty for sharing can't wait to see what's next.

[captndavis]

I went camping at a festival a few weeks ago and woke up every morning to my dreads attached to the velcro of my sleeping bag. Needless to say, I've taken scissors to those pesky strips of hell 😂

[solitudessilentgroove]

In my experience it's a myth that you should only wash them once a week. I mean, I get it, my ex had locks down to her calves and that's a lot of work for small hands, lol. But I wash mine almost every day. I've taken to just using dish soap and find that they dry quicker than with shampoo, and feel cleaner. If I'm really dirty I'll use Dawn dish soap (the blue stuff). That shit will wash out motor oil or whatever. It's many as phuck, lol.

Yeah, my hair is still a little wet when I go to sleep sometimes but they're dry in the morning, and never smell bad or get moldy (and I live in a school bus by a river where everything molds if you don't keep up on it, lol).

My ex was always worried about her hair getting wet, and wouldn't go swimming often times because of this, which is lame, imo. I think part of her problem was using too many products and different shampoos that will leave residue. And she didn't wash them enough regularly, with dish soap, lol..

I know a guy who uses laundry soap, lol. Haven't tried that yet, dish soap works great, and I have freeform dreads and a few of them a pretty phunkin phat. Also, this is my second set of locks, and I learned the first time not to use Dr Bronners, it'd leave a waxy like residue in my hair. Everyone's got different levels of oil and grease in their hair, so my method may not work for you. But dish soap FTW.

[Pinkangelinmenard]

Thanx for doing these videos. I’m new at extensions, especially putting them on myself. I just spent the entire day putting them in. I did mess up the back but I can hide it, then probably have my 17 yr old granddaughter do the back for me.
I LOVE These dreads. They are waves right now. But in time they’ll be like dreads. I just want to be able to take care of them. They are synthetic

[jasonlee]

Informative! I've been considering for a while now. This helps clarify several questions I've had.

[queenjane]

Your hair is literally perfect. I love it. How do I make it look like that?

[mab.]

Hello!! I have just done my own locks (45 of them) at age 52 (whoo hoo!) and I would like you to show us how you maintain yours at home.... I live in France and there are no locticians around to do it for me and I want to be the one maintaining my own... Thanks!!