Dreadlocks are made up of knotted strands of hair. Many people believe that in order to get dreads, they have to constantly be doing maintenance and adding products to them. This is true to a small degree, but you can’t get too crazy. Dreads require […]
In celebration of my dreadiversary, I thought it would be fun to show you guys the progress and transformation my locs have undertaken during the past seven years. Stick around until the end of the post to find a video with never-before-seen photos starting with […]
Dreadlocks, whether they’re thin or thick, are a beautiful hairstyle (when they’re properly cared for, I should say). Way before I got the courage to get dreads, I already had an idea of what I wanted mine to look like. During the locking process, though, […]
October 31st is approaching and if you landed on this page I know you’re looking for ways to incorporate your locs into your costume. Luckily, you’ve landed in the right place! Some time ago, I went to Facebook to see what cool and creative costume […]
For those who are considering taking the plunge and getting dreadlocks but are still unsure about what to expect, this post is for you! 🙂 Having locs is a celebration of individuality, a journey of self-discovery, cultural connection, practical convenience, and a beautiful hairstyle that […]
If you’re new to the dreadlock tribe, welcome! 🙂 Getting dreads will change you— and I’m not just talking about your external look. Those who have never had dreads think that the process is much like getting a haircut. A little crocheting or styling and […]
Dreadlocks grow just as fast as undreaded hair does. At first glance, you may not notice your dreads growing at all. Instead, you’ll probably notice them shrinking since they’re in the starter phase. This is a normal part of the locking process during which your […]
Our hair color is determined by the amount and type of melanin that is produced in the hair follicles. The two primary types of melanin include pheomelanin and eumelanin. Pheomelanin gives our hair tones of yellow and red colors, while eumelanin gives us tones […]
Let’s begin by clarifying that there’s no such thing as the perfect amount of dreadlocks. There is no set amount that will give you the best dreads like the ones you pinned on Pinterest. Every head of hair is unique in the same way that […]
To start my dreads, I grew out my hair for a couple of years so that it would be long enough. What I didn’t realize was that my hair was “long enough” all along. I’m still grateful that I waited because once dreaded I was […]