What are dreadlocks?
Dreadlocks are ropes of knotted hair. The sections to which the hair forms in to dreadlocks can be either naturally occurring (often called "patience" or "natural" style dreads) or persuaded by the wearer with methods such as backcombing or twist & rip.
The hair is held together simply by the way of tangled strands. The knotting over time is what creates the form and density of the locks - that's it!
The hair is held together simply by the way of tangled strands. The knotting over time is what creates the form and density of the locks - that's it!
Can i have dreadlocks?
Yes! Anyone can have dreadlocks regardless of their ethnic, religious, political, or social background - dreadlocks have been around for a long time and are not exclusive to any one group of people.
Dreadlocks can also form in any type of hair, from thin and straight to thick and curly without any extra, special attention. However, the length of time it takes for the dreads to fully mature may vary depending on your hair type and texture.
Dreadlocks can also form in any type of hair, from thin and straight to thick and curly without any extra, special attention. However, the length of time it takes for the dreads to fully mature may vary depending on your hair type and texture.
can you wash dreadlocks? if so, how, often and which shampoo?
Yes, you absolutely can and should wash your hair with dreadlocks. Clean hair dreads best, as oils will coat the hair and make it too slick to knot properly. The general consensus will tell you to use a residue-free shampoo or soap. You won’t be able to eradicate residue or build-up through brushing like you normally do on non-dreaded hair, so it is fairly important to get a soap or shampoo that will not leave a nasty residue on your scalp.
Some people suggest avoiding the use of shampoos with Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), which is a foaming agent that is believed to cause scalp irritation. But generally the same things that could clean your hair pre-dreads will work post-dreads, simply avoid conditioners or shampoos with conditioners and softeners added.
At least you should avoid conditioner with immature dreads. Conditioner leaves residues in the hair to make it easier to brush and remove knots, and is thus is an enemy of dreadlocks. As your dreads get older and more mature, you may find them able to stand up against conditioner and able to use it from time to time but it's generally best to wait at least 4 years or so before applying conditioner to your locks to avoid as much untangling as possible.
Not everyone agrees on which shampoos are best to use for dreadlocks. You just need to try different things and see what works for your body.
The frequency with which you wash is entirely up to you and depends upon your hair type. Generally, you just want your hair to feel clean. As your dreads mature, you will likely find it less necessary to wash as often. Some people can go a month without washing, some need to do it every other day. Listen to what your body tells you and you should be fine. If your hair feels greasy and gross, wash it.
Most people with locks tend to go an average of 4-7 days between washes, but it's not uncommon for folks to wash more or less frequently. It's really up to your body chemistry, personal preference, and how long it takes your locks to dry!
Some people suggest avoiding the use of shampoos with Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), which is a foaming agent that is believed to cause scalp irritation. But generally the same things that could clean your hair pre-dreads will work post-dreads, simply avoid conditioners or shampoos with conditioners and softeners added.
At least you should avoid conditioner with immature dreads. Conditioner leaves residues in the hair to make it easier to brush and remove knots, and is thus is an enemy of dreadlocks. As your dreads get older and more mature, you may find them able to stand up against conditioner and able to use it from time to time but it's generally best to wait at least 4 years or so before applying conditioner to your locks to avoid as much untangling as possible.
Not everyone agrees on which shampoos are best to use for dreadlocks. You just need to try different things and see what works for your body.
The frequency with which you wash is entirely up to you and depends upon your hair type. Generally, you just want your hair to feel clean. As your dreads mature, you will likely find it less necessary to wash as often. Some people can go a month without washing, some need to do it every other day. Listen to what your body tells you and you should be fine. If your hair feels greasy and gross, wash it.
Most people with locks tend to go an average of 4-7 days between washes, but it's not uncommon for folks to wash more or less frequently. It's really up to your body chemistry, personal preference, and how long it takes your locks to dry!
what method's are there to start dreadlocks?
The Backcomb
Backcombing is a process that requires using a fine-toothed comb (metal flea combs work best) to comb one's hair back towards the scalp. This teases the hair and helps to kick-start the formation of knots. Generally, a person will first divide their hair into sections before starting - the size of the sections will help determine the final size of the dreadlocks.
The Twist & Rip (T&R)
For this method, the first stage is to twist a section of hair into a larger strand using your fingers. You then split the hair at the end into two halves, like the fork in a snakes' tongue, and take each fork between your finger and thumb of each hand. By pulling these sections in opposite directions the friction causes knots and tangles to form. As you pull the sections further, the knots are pushed up the hair towards the root to "pack" the knots into the hair.
The Crochet Hook
Crocheting is a process which uses a hooked crochet needle to create knots in the hair by pulling loose strands through a dreadlock. There are a few different ways crocheting is used on dreadlocks. The first method we'll tackle is to start dreads completely from scratch with only a hook.
From Scratch: This method is very much discouraged. It puts your hair through a lot of torture. Broken hairs are very common when crochet-from-scratch is employed and your dreads are only as strong as the individual hairs that comprise them. Crocheting is most effective and least damaging when there is a strong base of knots to pull loose hairs into.
Sparingly: Crocheting is often used in conjunction with backcombing and also as maintenance. With this method, a small-diameter crochet hook is used to tighten backcombing by pulling loops/hairs from the outside of the dread to the inside of the dread.
There are a few issues with crocheting. As previously mentioned, crochet hooks can cause damage and breakage to hair.
Additionally, locks that are crocheted tend to be thinner than those that are not because they generally do not loop in the same way that backcombed or natural locks do. This creates less volume in locks that are crocheted. If done cautiously, it can help without too much detriment, but it is advised that crocheting be used sparingly and intelligently or not at all.
"Needle Felting" however, should never be used as a means of creation or maintenance for dreadlocks. A felting needle is very different from a crochet needle, do not confuse the two. A felting needle is a small, sharp, and barbed needle that is often used in fiber arts, mainly with wool. Wool reacts to needle felting in a very unique way, a way that human hair does not. When a felting needle is used on human hair, it severely damages the hair strands, breaking them apart and creating a weak spot in the dreadlock.
The Two-Strand Twist
This method should only be performed on Afro-textured hair. Hair is sectioned in the same way as for backcombing and then twisted around each other. Because of the nature of Afro-textured hair, the twists will hold together without unraveling in the same way Caucasoid hair would. Gels and pomades are commonly used in this method but are unnecessary and therefore discouraged.
Backcombing is a process that requires using a fine-toothed comb (metal flea combs work best) to comb one's hair back towards the scalp. This teases the hair and helps to kick-start the formation of knots. Generally, a person will first divide their hair into sections before starting - the size of the sections will help determine the final size of the dreadlocks.
The Twist & Rip (T&R)
For this method, the first stage is to twist a section of hair into a larger strand using your fingers. You then split the hair at the end into two halves, like the fork in a snakes' tongue, and take each fork between your finger and thumb of each hand. By pulling these sections in opposite directions the friction causes knots and tangles to form. As you pull the sections further, the knots are pushed up the hair towards the root to "pack" the knots into the hair.
The Crochet Hook
Crocheting is a process which uses a hooked crochet needle to create knots in the hair by pulling loose strands through a dreadlock. There are a few different ways crocheting is used on dreadlocks. The first method we'll tackle is to start dreads completely from scratch with only a hook.
From Scratch: This method is very much discouraged. It puts your hair through a lot of torture. Broken hairs are very common when crochet-from-scratch is employed and your dreads are only as strong as the individual hairs that comprise them. Crocheting is most effective and least damaging when there is a strong base of knots to pull loose hairs into.
Sparingly: Crocheting is often used in conjunction with backcombing and also as maintenance. With this method, a small-diameter crochet hook is used to tighten backcombing by pulling loops/hairs from the outside of the dread to the inside of the dread.
There are a few issues with crocheting. As previously mentioned, crochet hooks can cause damage and breakage to hair.
Additionally, locks that are crocheted tend to be thinner than those that are not because they generally do not loop in the same way that backcombed or natural locks do. This creates less volume in locks that are crocheted. If done cautiously, it can help without too much detriment, but it is advised that crocheting be used sparingly and intelligently or not at all.
"Needle Felting" however, should never be used as a means of creation or maintenance for dreadlocks. A felting needle is very different from a crochet needle, do not confuse the two. A felting needle is a small, sharp, and barbed needle that is often used in fiber arts, mainly with wool. Wool reacts to needle felting in a very unique way, a way that human hair does not. When a felting needle is used on human hair, it severely damages the hair strands, breaking them apart and creating a weak spot in the dreadlock.
The Two-Strand Twist
This method should only be performed on Afro-textured hair. Hair is sectioned in the same way as for backcombing and then twisted around each other. Because of the nature of Afro-textured hair, the twists will hold together without unraveling in the same way Caucasoid hair would. Gels and pomades are commonly used in this method but are unnecessary and therefore discouraged.
should i use dreadlock wax?
Waxing is a hotly debated topic in the realm of dreadlocks. Some will say you absolutely need wax to make dreads, while others say you can just throw away your brush and the dreads will come. If you've found this page, chances are you're at least slightly confused as to what path to take on your dread journey. We firmly believe that wax is an unnecessary and detrimental product, and here's why...
Hair needs to move to be able to knot. Picture yourself driving in a car with both your hair and the windows down. At the end of even a short ride, you would probably have to comb a few knots out of your hair! Picture covering your hair in wax and taking that same ride. Quite a different result, right?
Wax acts as a glue which holds the hairs in place and thus inhibits their movement. Movement is a crucial aspect in the formation of knots. By compacting them together with wax, you decrease their ability to move and tangle. So while you might have the temporary illusion of having nice, neat locks - in the long run, your hair will take longer to reach true dreadlock maturity.
Wax is also hydrophobic, meaning it is not easily removed from your hair just by normal washing since it can not dissolve in water. To remove wax you will need to literally melt it out with very hot water - this method will likely take multiple attempts to remove most of it.
Because of the tackiness of wax, things such as dirt, dust, lint, and other various foreign bits can be attracted to the wax and become harboured in your locks. One concern related to this is also the possibility of water retention/entrapment, which could lead to an environment that is favourable to mould - or at least a mildewy smell.
A lot of websites will tell you that it is impossible to have dreadlocks without using wax or that the process of obtaining dreadlocks will be made faster by using it. This is simply not the case and we ask you to consider the source. Most of the places that say dreads require wax are websites, salons, or stores that sell it and are looking for a profit. The truth is that wax is completely unnecessary in the locking process.
Hair needs to move to be able to knot. Picture yourself driving in a car with both your hair and the windows down. At the end of even a short ride, you would probably have to comb a few knots out of your hair! Picture covering your hair in wax and taking that same ride. Quite a different result, right?
Wax acts as a glue which holds the hairs in place and thus inhibits their movement. Movement is a crucial aspect in the formation of knots. By compacting them together with wax, you decrease their ability to move and tangle. So while you might have the temporary illusion of having nice, neat locks - in the long run, your hair will take longer to reach true dreadlock maturity.
Wax is also hydrophobic, meaning it is not easily removed from your hair just by normal washing since it can not dissolve in water. To remove wax you will need to literally melt it out with very hot water - this method will likely take multiple attempts to remove most of it.
Because of the tackiness of wax, things such as dirt, dust, lint, and other various foreign bits can be attracted to the wax and become harboured in your locks. One concern related to this is also the possibility of water retention/entrapment, which could lead to an environment that is favourable to mould - or at least a mildewy smell.
A lot of websites will tell you that it is impossible to have dreadlocks without using wax or that the process of obtaining dreadlocks will be made faster by using it. This is simply not the case and we ask you to consider the source. Most of the places that say dreads require wax are websites, salons, or stores that sell it and are looking for a profit. The truth is that wax is completely unnecessary in the locking process.
how long does my hair need to be?
The recommended length for backcombing is at least between 5-7 inches. You will initially lose a some length through backcombing, and if your hair is too short, it's less likely to work.
The shorter your hair, the harder it is too keep knots in. If your hair is very short, consider the natural method! Natural dreads can be started at any length. Many people believe that the best way to start natural dreads is from a shorter length, as the hair won’t go through as much of a noticeable the “shrinking” phase, and your hair will just grow out knotty.
The shorter your hair, the harder it is too keep knots in. If your hair is very short, consider the natural method! Natural dreads can be started at any length. Many people believe that the best way to start natural dreads is from a shorter length, as the hair won’t go through as much of a noticeable the “shrinking” phase, and your hair will just grow out knotty.
i Have thin/thinning hair. can i have dreadlocks?
Yes, you can! There are many people with thin or thinning hair with beautiful 'locks - it just means that there may be larger spaces between them than someone with thicker hair, but it doesn't affect whether you can wear dreadlocks or not.
Dreadlocks also gain a LOT of volume as they start to mature, so your hair will seem much thicker in a year or so anyway!
Dreadlocks also gain a LOT of volume as they start to mature, so your hair will seem much thicker in a year or so anyway!
will i lose a lot of length in my hair
It depends on your hair type, but you will most likely lose at least a little length. Thin, straight hair tends to lose more length than any other hair type. In general, your hair will shrink a great deal in the first year as your dreadlocks mature and after that initial shrinking phase it will then quickly begin to gain its length back as your hair grows out more.
how do you dry dreadlocks?
Air drying
Airdrying is a totally viable way to dry dreads, though it can take a lot of time for a mature set of locks to dry completely depending on thickness (as much as a full day for thicker locks on a cool day!) and the climate you live in.
Towel drying
Use a towel to absorb the excess water from your dreads. Super-absorbent towels are a preferred option among many dreadheads with thicker locks.
Blow drying
Another good option is using a blow-drier, especially on a humid day where you don’t want that wet hair feeling.
It is best to first wring out the majority of the water several times before air drying, blow drying, or towel drying to speed up the process.
Airdrying is a totally viable way to dry dreads, though it can take a lot of time for a mature set of locks to dry completely depending on thickness (as much as a full day for thicker locks on a cool day!) and the climate you live in.
Towel drying
Use a towel to absorb the excess water from your dreads. Super-absorbent towels are a preferred option among many dreadheads with thicker locks.
Blow drying
Another good option is using a blow-drier, especially on a humid day where you don’t want that wet hair feeling.
It is best to first wring out the majority of the water several times before air drying, blow drying, or towel drying to speed up the process.
my backcombing is falling out/loosening! What do i do?
Relax! Dreadlocks take quite a bit of patience and backcombing is nothing but a kick-start, you can't expect immediate results from any method. Your hair will go through phases, and loosening up a bit after backcombing is a pretty common one. Your backcombed dreads are most likely going to loosen and then tighten back up on their own as they progress.
Dreadlocks are not an instant hairstyle, they take a lot of time and patience to form regardless of how you start them.
Avoid the temptation to re-backcomb loose sections! Doing so can break more strands of hair than it's worth and result in weakened areas in the dreadlocks.
Dreadlocks are not an instant hairstyle, they take a lot of time and patience to form regardless of how you start them.
Avoid the temptation to re-backcomb loose sections! Doing so can break more strands of hair than it's worth and result in weakened areas in the dreadlocks.
when will my hair start looking like dreads?
It is important to realize that no matter what method you employ for locking your hair, they will take approximately a year to look how you thought they would.
Dreadlocks are generally considered immature (babies) until about the first year, then partially mature at ages 1 to 3 years, and fully mature at 4+ years.
It is up to you to decide how you start your journey, but each path takes you to the same place in about the same amount of time. The differences are mostly seen in the development stages between the starting point and maturity.
Dreadlocks are generally considered immature (babies) until about the first year, then partially mature at ages 1 to 3 years, and fully mature at 4+ years.
It is up to you to decide how you start your journey, but each path takes you to the same place in about the same amount of time. The differences are mostly seen in the development stages between the starting point and maturity.
how do i remove my dreadlocks, if and when i decide to?
For most people, it comes as a sigh of relief to find out that you do not in fact have to shave your head to remove dreadlocks. It is definitely possible to comb out dreadlocks, even very old and mature dreadlocks can be combed out.
You will however have a harder time combing out an older set of dreads. You will also lose a lot of hair and some length in the process, as the hair you would have normally shed in a day gets sucked into your dreads. With a sturdy and preferably metal comb, an economy size tub or two of conditioner, and a lot of patience, you can return to a head of brushable hair without shaving your head.
Another method of removing dreads, rather than taking the time to brush out the full length, is to cut them half or three-quarters of the way and brush out what is left.
You will however have a harder time combing out an older set of dreads. You will also lose a lot of hair and some length in the process, as the hair you would have normally shed in a day gets sucked into your dreads. With a sturdy and preferably metal comb, an economy size tub or two of conditioner, and a lot of patience, you can return to a head of brushable hair without shaving your head.
Another method of removing dreads, rather than taking the time to brush out the full length, is to cut them half or three-quarters of the way and brush out what is left.
what about my loose root's?
This is the next common worry, that new hair growth won't dread without maintenance. This is a myth is should not concern you. New hair growth will dread just as naturally as the rest of your hair and will be sucked into your dreadlock roots as it grows. Some hair between dreads may take longer to do this, but they will eventually either join the nearest dread or form a new, baby dread! If you want to keep the roots tidy, you can use a sewing needle as described above.
Don't worry about the root of your dreadlocks being loose. If your hair was dreadlocked too close to your scalp, it would be painful when you moved your head due to the tension. Almost everyone has an inch or two of loose, or looser, hair by their scalp for this reason. If you leave your roots to do their own thing, the hair will dread at a comfortable distance from your scalp.
You should never:
Root flip. Root flipping is a technique that involves feeding a dreadlock through its root and pulling it through the opposite side. Doing this will cause a weak spot in the lock that is unlikely to ever properly knot up - it has no benefits.
Don't worry about the root of your dreadlocks being loose. If your hair was dreadlocked too close to your scalp, it would be painful when you moved your head due to the tension. Almost everyone has an inch or two of loose, or looser, hair by their scalp for this reason. If you leave your roots to do their own thing, the hair will dread at a comfortable distance from your scalp.
You should never:
Root flip. Root flipping is a technique that involves feeding a dreadlock through its root and pulling it through the opposite side. Doing this will cause a weak spot in the lock that is unlikely to ever properly knot up - it has no benefits.
My dreadlocks are messy! how do i keep them tidy?
It's important to know that it is absolutely not necessary to do any sort of tidying or maintenance to your locks, other than washing. Dreadlocks form perfectly well and healthily without maintenance and usually look more natural and charismatic. However, some people will want or need their dreadlocks to be neat and tidy.
If your dreadlocks are still very young (up to around 6 months), then some mess is inevitable for most people. You will likely have loose hairs coming from your roots and dreadlocks and some may try to join together at the root. Here's what you should (and shouldn't!) do:
Loose hair
Many people worry about keeping loose hairs tucked into their dreadlocks. If your dreads less than roughly 6 months, the best thing to do is to forget about them for the moment. To do any sort of maintenance to dreadlocks, you first need a solid base of knots which you probably don't have when they're so young. Without this base of knots, any maintenance you do will most likely just fall out again quite quickly and look just as it did before. In this situation, people often think that more maintenance is needed but this is not true - the fact that it fell out is a sign that your hair is not yet ready for maintenance! Repeatedly maintaining your hair (especially if you're using a crochet hook or something similar) is likely to cause damage to your dreadlocks that you will suffer the effects of later.
If, however, you think your hair's ready for some maintenance then there are a few common techniques used. The most popular has been mentioned already: crocheting. A crochet hook is a fine, steel hook using primarily in knitting. People often use a crochet hook to pull loose hairs through the body of their dreadlocks. If you choose to do this, be careful! Do it gently and do your absolute best not to shred your hair. We generally don't recommend crocheting for this reason.
The better and safer alternative to crocheting is to use a sewing needle (you may need a slightly wider eye than a standard needle's). Thread your loose hair into the eye of the needle and pull it through the dreadlock in the same way you would with a crochet hook. The benefit of this method is that your hair is not at risk of being torn or shredded by a fine hook.
Palm-rolling is another popular thing to do when trying to deal with loose hair. Palm-rolling does give a temporary impression of neater dreadlocks but it has little, if any, lasting effect on the appearance of locks. Palm-rolling may cause your roots to weaken due to the stress of being twisted vigorously. If you do choose to palm-roll, be sure that you aren't doing it too roughly and do bare in mind that it may not have a permanent effect on the loose hairs.
You should never:
Burn your locks, cut/shave loose hair, apply any sort of adhesive such as wax or glue or use a felting needle. If you have heard of a technique not listed here and you're unsure whether it will be helpful or damaging, please ask on the forum - we will let you know if it is safe!
+ Not burning your 'locks seems really obvious, but some people suggest it. Seriously, why would you burn your hair?
+ Cutting or "shaving" loose hair from the length of your dreadlocks with scissors or a razor is damaging for your dreadlocks, because there will always be some loose hair. If you keep cutting/shaving it off, it will eventually whittle away to a very thin and weak dreadlock.
+ Wax/adhesives - see "Should I use dreadlock wax?" under the Starting Your Dreadlocks catagory above.
+ A felting needle is a barbed tool used to mat wool into a cloth-like material - human hair does not felt like wool! Attempting to use a felting needle on your dreadlocks will inflict extreme and permanent damage by shredding your hair to pieces.
My dreadlocks are joining at the root, what do i do?
This particularly affects young and developing dreadlocks, but is likely to occur throughout the lifetime of your dreadlocks.
You may find that some dreadlocks will try to combine and join together at the root as one. These are normally called congos and you can either separate the dreadlocks again or allow them to grow out as one thicker dreadlock with two tips. You may notice a thicker dreadlock will take slightly longer to dry, but there's no other advantages or disadvantages to either choice - it's pretty much entirely an aesthetic decision. Some people prefer to keep congos, others will prefer to stay on top of separating the roots.
If you do want to separate the roots, the most important advice is that you should never use scissors to cut roots apart! Using scissors will cause a weakened area where your lock may be thinner. The way to separate two dreadlocks is to rip them apart. While this sounds a bit vicious, it is in fact harmless and will allow you to keep your locks separated with no side-effects.
To do this, you take the dreadlocks that are trying to join together in each hand and gently pull them in opposite directions. This makes the knots causing the congo slip and untangle and you'll probably hear a ripping sound as you do this - but don't worry! As mentioned above, this does not inflict any harm upon your dreadlocks. If you have a particularly stubborn or well-formed congo developing, ripping is easier when your hair is wet so if you have difficulties it's often easier to wait until you next wash your hair to try again.
You may find that some dreadlocks will try to combine and join together at the root as one. These are normally called congos and you can either separate the dreadlocks again or allow them to grow out as one thicker dreadlock with two tips. You may notice a thicker dreadlock will take slightly longer to dry, but there's no other advantages or disadvantages to either choice - it's pretty much entirely an aesthetic decision. Some people prefer to keep congos, others will prefer to stay on top of separating the roots.
If you do want to separate the roots, the most important advice is that you should never use scissors to cut roots apart! Using scissors will cause a weakened area where your lock may be thinner. The way to separate two dreadlocks is to rip them apart. While this sounds a bit vicious, it is in fact harmless and will allow you to keep your locks separated with no side-effects.
To do this, you take the dreadlocks that are trying to join together in each hand and gently pull them in opposite directions. This makes the knots causing the congo slip and untangle and you'll probably hear a ripping sound as you do this - but don't worry! As mentioned above, this does not inflict any harm upon your dreadlocks. If you have a particularly stubborn or well-formed congo developing, ripping is easier when your hair is wet so if you have difficulties it's often easier to wait until you next wash your hair to try again.
are dreadlocks dirty?
Despite what you may have heard, dreadlocks require no more maintenance or special treatment than normal hair. You can wash them, dry them, dye them, and just about anything else you feel like doing with them. As dreads mature, they naturally require less washing. This is because daily brushing causes the scalp to produce extra oil with normal hair. Of course, with dreadlocks, you no longer need to brush your hair and this leads to less oil production, meaning that as long as your child isn't rolling around in the dirt, he eventually won't have to wash quite as much as he did pre-dread.
Excessive or daily washings can cause damage to mature dreadlocks, because they would be less able to dry completely. This can cause mildew and unpleasant smell, so dreadlocks are actually cleaner with fewer washings.
Excessive or daily washings can cause damage to mature dreadlocks, because they would be less able to dry completely. This can cause mildew and unpleasant smell, so dreadlocks are actually cleaner with fewer washings.
do you take trades for loc services?
Yes! We are willing to work with you. We accept art stuff, music equipment, 420 or related products, growing equipment, and all sorts of things, just ask! as long as it equals the equivanlent in value as the service provided.
Is your studio 420 friendly?
Yes, We are completely 420 friendly, since locs take up the majority of the day we allow you to take your medicine privately in the safety of our studio. Please provide your own. on a side not if you are not 420 friendly we will make sure our studio is completely clean and smoke free the day of your appointment.
can i bring someone with me?
Absolutely! Friends and family are always welcome to come and experience your dread journey!
Can i bring my children?
Yes, However we do not provide childcare. Besides infants, anyone younger then 6 must be accompanied by an additional adult.
What should i bring to my appointment?
Payment, Phone charger, Snacks or beverages, money to order food if desired, comfy clothes (relax, you'll be sitting all day!), and maybe a favorite book. We are also 420 friendly!
How long will my appointment take?
Because we put so much time and love into your locs, we average it usually takes approximately 5-15 minutes per dread depending on many factors, inquire within for a more accurate time quote. PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR THE MAJORITY OF THE DAY. If you can't do a full day, ask us about splitting up your session!
DO you travel/make house calls?
Yes! We require all travel costs covered including room and board if more then 5 hours from our studio location.
Do you do african american twists/braids
Unfortunately not yet, but we can point you in the right direction. We look forward to expanding our services in the near future!
DO you do anything besides dreads?
Nope, We only cater to dread heads!