I started my dreads with very short hair, so I had a lot and never separate them. They are a bit longer now, after 5 months and I have fewer dreads, most congos and I love them that way.
My dreads r 3 months old and I wash them twice a week and every time I wash them I separate and then my husband does a good once over once a week for me.They r doing fantastic and I love them and I also love your videos and all the wonderful dread advice that u give.Thanks 😉
I seperate mine all the time, they are almost 6 months old. I find myself doing it out of habit now, and have slowed down a bit because I catch myself doing it even when they don't need separating. However, I do seperate them EVERY SINGLE TIME after I wash them. Washing them really makes the roots clump and stick together. Personally I definitely recommend at least once a week, and particularly after a washing!
hello, i love your videos and i took a lot of information from you. i was washing my dreads once a week and was crochet them a lot and palm rolling and all the thing. now i wash my dreads three times a week and do nothing for maintence. since then my dreads are getting thicker and look better. the hair that i always was crochet back in the dread is now dreading and melting itself, so the dreads are becoming thicker. thank you very much man, youre the best.
I've been on my loc journey for the past 5weeks now and my hair is very soft and fine and I seem to have to separate them no less than once a week. The loose hairs at the roots start to cross cross into the next loc. I thought that maybe I was doing something wrong but thanks to your video I see I'm on the right track. Thank you so much for your awesomely cool videos!
I Love your videos!! I have wanted dreads since high school(About 13 years or so...). I am now a semi truck driver and decided Now would be a Great time for them!! So... I am in the process of doing them myself. I have very fine and straight[most days] hair and am doing the twist and rip method while back combing the roots when I first start them and then crochet a LITTLE. The first day I got my crochet hook, I went a little crazy on my 4 dreads and was Very happy with the result! And theeeeen I watched your video on crocheting and decided maybe I should hold back on the crocheting a bit and just do it when I Really feel they need it. Every day, I make one or two or three (However much spare time I have to do make them). I Must say, your videos, because you have So Many on So Many subjects about dreads, have been Most helpful!!! So thank you so much!!
I've always heard it can cause damage to seperate dreads when they're wet. I separate my dreads about once a week and that seems to be doing well enough for my hair.
Question: when superating new dreads should I be overly concerned if I actually break the hairs that’s are combined. I’m finding some in the back grabbed a few hairs while I was crocheting and I try so hard to get that few hairs out but honestly just feel like ripping it. Like what’s a few hairs?! Haha
Seriously love your videos! I've been wanting dreadlocks for at least 5 years now. I'm growing my hair out to have it longer for when I go to finally start them. Keep it up sir!
Your dreads are dope. I have young dreads had them for about 8 months and they're locking but they're flat and they feel soft. I can't wait til my dreads mature.
l separate mine after l wash them & spray them w/dollylocks tightening spray -(which was great advice from you to check out their wondrous products-thank you so much) l usually separate them at night before bed
I hate separating but its not a big deal. I'll do it when I'm like watching a movie. Ive notices lately though that its a drag to shampoo and rinse my hair "dreadlocks".
I'm sure you've heard about using aloe Vera leaf in your hair as a moisturizer considering the amount of knowledge you have on the topic of locs. I was wondering if you could provide me some advise I am currently free forming my hair and I attempted to use aloe in my hair, but didn't strain it well enough. I ended up with pulp stuck in my locs do you have any idea on how I can get it out? I appreciate any help thanks
I have young dreads (about 3 months now) and have extensions in them. My problem is part of extension dreads are almost falling off. They won't actually fall off but the part tehy are attached, is really thin :/
Thanks so much man for all your tips! I just had my dreadies put in a few days ago and spent a couple days watching all your videos :) Stress level is much lower now! Much Love! ♡
this Chanel is super helpful!!! I'm planning on getting dreadlocks and I now know most of the DOS and fonts from only a few videos! thanks and keep up the content!
good tip. thanks. i im slowly started my dreads, like just doing a couple every few days. right now i have 8 but ive already realized they want to join together. lol
I hate separating my dreadlocks!! But I don't want congos lol Mine are 14 months old and since about 10 months old when I go to pull them apart the hair just stretches and doesn't break anyway, so I just leave them until it turns into a problem! When they were younger though I was having to pull them apart daily!
Lazy Dreads Yeah, i know this, but i thought till now that, only dense hair can be tied into dreadlocks, but if you do a video about this, i wanna know the difference and pros/cons between big dreadlock sections and small dreadlock sections. Thanks for reply.
I quite like separating my dreads, when I'm fiddling about with my dreads and I find some that need separating, I get weirdly excited and pull them apart.
I have another question. I've got dreads everywhere except the nap of the neck and behind my ears. It just stays fluffy. Will it lock overtime or should I go to a salon and have them fix it? I'm free forming with curly afrolike hair but not nappy. I'm 8 months into the process.
I kinda always play with my dreads...I know it's not the best thing to do, but at least I always had them separated :) today they turned 33 months and I'm really happy with them.
My dreads are 9 months old and I often find myself separating my dreads unconciously like in the train, in school, etc. Only after washing my hair I really sit down and separate them for 10 min or so because then they really start to knot together.
QUESTION: I am just starting dreads and my hair is only about 10 inches, I am a very active person. I do BMX about 5 days a week and that involves lots of spinning and jumping that throws my hair all over the place. Should I keep my hair in a hat or bandana or something while i bike or is the tossing of the hair going to benefit the knotting process? thank you
All of the movement will encourage knots to form and be good for the dreads! Just make sure that you wash them more frequently because you'll be sweating a lot and may produce more oil on your scalp which can slow down the locking process. Happy dreading! :)
lol first, hey I love your videos Im currently in the process of dreading my hair and have about 2/3s of my hair done and i just wanted to say you videos are all really helpful and you're great!!
Ooookay...I've been watching your channel for a number of weeks now. I wish you'd edit all the times you've said to just leave young dreadlocks be and add in the bit about separating them daily...
I live in northern sweden, I've had dreadlocks for almost 18 months. Now in winter the air here gets very dry (it's always dry but especially in winter) do you have any tips on how to care for dreads in a very cold and dry climate? :)
So random question.... I have super thin hair and it thins out even further before thickening up due to weather changes. Knowing this, would dreading my hair at all be a good idea? I've been looking into this for about 5 years now and I want to finally just make a move on it but now I'm wondering if it's even a good idea trying.
I've got very fine and thin hair (especially at my crown) and recently dreaded all of my hair. I have about 80 dreads and some are very thin, but I am told they will plump over time. It's a personal choice on how many dreads you would prefer to have. For me, more dreads means less scalp peeking through.
You dont need ANYTHING to lock your hair. toss the brush, toss the comb, toss conditioner. The neglect method requires barely any maintenence. Only separating, and washing
Your dreads will lock without them, you can use them if you really want to but they won't encourage knots to form. It'll just stick the hairs together and can be a pain in the ass to wash out. I'd say just leave your dreads to dread naturally :)
I want to be a mermaid! if u really want to use something like that i would just get sea salt spray i use it all the time you can feel the difference after using it
Does it matter if the roots start to twist. Some of my new growth is twisting because of the way the dreads want to lay. Is this a problem if they lock up twisted?
I'm sad because i used to watch every video you posted right when you post it , then I got dreads 3 months ago, and I've been looking forward to new videos , but you only put out 2 sense I've had them, but you used to do 2 sometimes 3 a month:-(
I'm 12 and want dreadlocks but I have to wait till the hair on my sides to grow longer and then I'm going to get them, I tell people but they always say mean things about wanting them.
Connor McQuillan the best thing I've done for all the hate was to research the history of dreadlocks and how they are cleaned etc so I can bombard them with facts when I get a stupid comment. Most people are receptive to being corrected, they're just ignorant and go "oh, really? Wow I didn't know that!" A lot. Do what you want with your hair! Happy journey 🦁
PlantifulHippie hey I've used baking soda on my dreads since the start and months before I even got them. It won't effect them negative if your hair/ scalp is used to have baking soda to cleanse it. I find it can make them feel a little dry on occasion so when they get older you may want to use both baking soda and acv. If you decide baking sodas your choice , I currently rinse 2 times a week 1 with just water, 1 with baking soda and water. I'd say that you need to see how your scalp likes it for a couple weeks, and if it does then your all good!
someone said that if you don't start your dreads near your scalp that you'll have to redo them... but wouldint it lock together anyways? please help I don't want to have to redo my dreads
Sky Lanser dude don't worry when i got my dreads done the guy left a inch off so it wouldn't hurt me your good but if u feel that the dreads are loosing at the roots get rubber bands and wrap them twice any more it will damage them
Question: my dreads are two days old and one near my hairline has unravelled from the root to about the middle where it is locking... any suggestions..?
Lefty Aragon frodo is right, Its going to take a long time for your hair to be true dreads. But I found that palmrolling helped me quite a bit. it only took about 4 months for my hair to be fully dreaded and all I did was separate and palm roll (only a little) once a week after washing/drying. I've never used crochet hooks, but i have heard from many, many people that they should be avoided because they cause 'weak spots' in the dread and can cause them to get damaged and eventually start breaking and falling out.
Lefty Aragon as long as they're still in their original sections it will be fine. When I first started dreading my hair they all came undone from the roots too. It's completely normal. Lazy dreads has a video about it, look through his page and watch everything, you'll feel a lot better. It's just a really long process and apart from separating your dreads you just have to leave them and wait.
can you do a video on how I could possibly make my dreadlocks thicker? Like how I would make them into a chunk of a couple dreads? For example: look up Denzel Curry
I started my dreads with very short hair, so I had a lot and never separate them. They are a bit longer now, after 5 months and I have fewer dreads, most congos and I love them that way.
My dreads r 3 months old and I wash them twice a week and every time I wash them I separate and then my husband does a good once over once a week for me.They r doing fantastic and I love them and I also love your videos and all the wonderful dread advice that u give.Thanks 😉
You have the most attractive personality (aside from the obvious good looks) 😻
flirty😛
I seperate mine all the time, they are almost 6 months old. I find myself doing it out of habit now, and have slowed down a bit because I catch myself doing it even when they don't need separating.
However, I do seperate them EVERY SINGLE TIME after I wash them. Washing them really makes the roots clump and stick together. Personally I definitely recommend at least once a week, and particularly after a washing!
Your dreads are majestic. You are dread goals.
hello, i love your videos and i took a lot of information from you. i was washing my dreads once a week and was crochet them a lot and palm rolling and all the thing. now i wash my dreads three times a week and do nothing for maintence. since then my dreads are getting thicker and look better. the hair that i always was crochet back in the dread is now dreading and melting itself, so the dreads are becoming thicker. thank you very much man, youre the best.
I've been on my loc journey for the past 5weeks now and my hair is very soft and fine and I seem to have to separate them no less than once a week. The loose hairs at the roots start to cross cross into the next loc. I thought that maybe I was doing something wrong but thanks to your video I see I'm on the right track. Thank you so much for your awesomely cool videos!
I Love your videos!! I have wanted dreads since high school(About 13 years or so...). I am now a semi truck driver and decided Now would be a Great time for them!! So... I am in the process of doing them myself. I have very fine and straight[most days] hair and am doing the twist and rip method while back combing the roots when I first start them and then crochet a LITTLE. The first day I got my crochet hook, I went a little crazy on my 4 dreads and was Very happy with the result! And theeeeen I watched your video on crocheting and decided maybe I should hold back on the crocheting a bit and just do it when I Really feel they need it.
Every day, I make one or two or three (However much spare time I have to do make them).
I Must say, your videos, because you have So Many on So Many subjects about dreads, have been Most helpful!!! So thank you so much!!
I think separating dreads is satisfying
I've always heard it can cause damage to seperate dreads when they're wet. I separate my dreads about once a week and that seems to be doing well enough for my hair.
Question: when superating new dreads should I be overly concerned if I actually break the hairs that’s are combined. I’m finding some in the back grabbed a few hairs while I was crocheting and I try so hard to get that few hairs out but honestly just feel like ripping it. Like what’s a few hairs?! Haha
Seriously love your videos! I've been wanting dreadlocks for at least 5 years now. I'm growing my hair out to have it longer for when I go to finally start them. Keep it up sir!
Your dreads are dope. I have young dreads had them for about 8 months and they're locking but they're flat and they feel soft. I can't wait til my dreads mature.
l separate mine after l wash them & spray them w/dollylocks tightening spray -(which was great advice from you to check out their wondrous products-thank you so much) l usually separate them at night before bed
I hate separating but its not a big deal. I'll do it when I'm like watching a movie. Ive notices lately though that its a drag to shampoo and rinse my hair "dreadlocks".
I'm sure you've heard about using aloe Vera leaf in your hair as a moisturizer considering the amount of knowledge you have on the topic of locs. I was wondering if you could provide me some advise I am currently free forming my hair and I attempted to use aloe in my hair, but didn't strain it well enough. I ended up with pulp stuck in my locs do you have any idea on how I can get it out? I appreciate any help thanks
I've been wondering about this for years! the dread beaver matting was always a huge fear of mine so I never committed fully to that style of hair.
I have young dreads (about 3 months now) and have extensions in them. My problem is part of extension dreads are almost falling off. They won't actually fall off but the part tehy are attached, is really thin :/
Thanks so much man for all your tips! I just had my dreadies put in a few days ago and spent a couple days watching all your videos :) Stress level is much lower now! Much Love! ♡
What a lovely setting for a video :) Your dreads are getting really long and awesome
this Chanel is super helpful!!! I'm planning on getting dreadlocks and I now know most of the DOS and fonts from only a few videos! thanks and keep up the content!
dos and donts*
good tip. thanks. i im slowly started my dreads, like just doing a couple every few days. right now i have 8 but ive already realized they want to join together. lol
I hate separating my dreadlocks!! But I don't want congos lol Mine are 14 months old and since about 10 months old when I go to pull them apart the hair just stretches and doesn't break anyway, so I just leave them until it turns into a problem!
When they were younger though I was having to pull them apart daily!
jess.and.company perhaps a friend could cut the hairs to separate them? it's nearly the same thing
My hair gets a little thin in the front any natural way or even product to help strengthen your hair
this only happens to me with new growth. but yea.. my I've got a fro with dreads connected to it lol
Me too🙄
Same
Do you now live in the forest?!
Rachael Hughes fuckin love this comment 😄
Rachael Hughes well be lives by a forest I would guess
Salina Cummings yes I was just being *trying to be* silly....
Can you talk about differences between thick and thin dreadlocks, pros and cons of them?
+Zsolt345346 I can, but most often your natural hair density is going to dictate how thick/thin the dreadlocks are and so it's a non-issue.
Lazy Dreads Yeah, i know this, but i thought till now that, only dense hair can be tied into dreadlocks, but if you do a video about this, i wanna know the difference and pros/cons between big dreadlock sections and small dreadlock sections. Thanks for reply.
I quite like separating my dreads, when I'm fiddling about with my dreads and I find some that need separating, I get weirdly excited and pull them apart.
i have very thick hair an I'm thinking about growing it out an starting the dread process. i don't know. but your channel is helpful✌👌
Intresting
how do you feel about getting dreads done in a shop by a cosmetologist that specializes in dreads and dreads extensions
I have another question. I've got dreads everywhere except the nap of the neck and behind my ears. It just stays fluffy. Will it lock overtime or should I go to a salon and have them fix it? I'm free forming with curly afrolike hair but not nappy. I'm 8 months into the process.
I kinda always play with my dreads...I know it's not the best thing to do, but at least I always had them separated :) today they turned 33 months and I'm really happy with them.
My dreads are 9 months old and I often find myself separating my dreads unconciously like in the train, in school, etc. Only after washing my hair I really sit down and separate them for 10 min or so because then they really start to knot together.
QUESTION: I am just starting dreads and my hair is only about 10 inches, I am a very active person. I do BMX about 5 days a week and that involves lots of spinning and jumping that throws my hair all over the place. Should I keep my hair in a hat or bandana or something while i bike or is the tossing of the hair going to benefit the knotting process? thank you
All of the movement will encourage knots to form and be good for the dreads! Just make sure that you wash them more frequently because you'll be sweating a lot and may produce more oil on your scalp which can slow down the locking process. Happy dreading! :)
Alright sweet, thanks for the help!
lol first, hey I love your videos Im currently in the process of dreading my hair and have about 2/3s of my hair done and i just wanted to say you videos are all really helpful and you're great!!
Ooookay...I've been watching your channel for a number of weeks now. I wish you'd edit all the times you've said to just leave young dreadlocks be and add in the bit about separating them daily...
dude...what can i do about the thinning roots of my dreads its about 8 months old
can you swim in lakes or creeks
Your back, where have you been !!!
I live in northern sweden, I've had dreadlocks for almost 18 months. Now in winter the air here gets very dry (it's always dry but especially in winter) do you have any tips on how to care for dreads in a very cold and dry climate? :)
So random question.... I have super thin hair and it thins out even further before thickening up due to weather changes. Knowing this, would dreading my hair at all be a good idea? I've been looking into this for about 5 years now and I want to finally just make a move on it but now I'm wondering if it's even a good idea trying.
+DaughterOfTheUniverse if you have hair, you can form dreads - thinner hair just means thinner/fewer dreads.
I've got very fine and thin hair (especially at my crown) and recently dreaded all of my hair. I have about 80 dreads and some are very thin, but I am told they will plump over time. It's a personal choice on how many dreads you would prefer to have. For me, more dreads means less scalp peeking through.
Lazy Dreads I Enjoy your knowledge bro.
Hey random question; does your arm tattoo have any symbolic meaning?
Question-- what is your opinion on using locking gels? If you have used them what is the best brand?
Love the videos!!!
You dont need ANYTHING to lock your hair. toss the brush, toss the comb, toss conditioner. The neglect method requires barely any maintenence. Only separating, and washing
Your dreads will lock without them, you can use them if you really want to but they won't encourage knots to form. It'll just stick the hairs together and can be a pain in the ass to wash out. I'd say just leave your dreads to dread naturally :)
I want to be a mermaid! if u really want to use something like that i would just get sea salt spray i use it all the time you can feel the difference after using it
Does it matter if the roots start to twist. Some of my new growth is twisting because of the way the dreads want to lay. Is this a problem if they lock up twisted?
Nope! :)
I'm sad because i used to watch every video you posted right when you post it , then I got dreads 3 months ago, and I've been looking forward to new videos , but you only put out 2 sense I've had them, but you used to do 2 sometimes 3 a month:-(
Yeah i got a friggin log on the back of my head i should have separated them more often.
0:00-0:02 Me every time i listen to Offspring
I'm 12 and want dreadlocks but I have to wait till the hair on my sides to grow longer and then I'm going to get them, I tell people but they always say mean things about wanting them.
Connor McQuillan they always will man, it's something you have to look past when you have dreads.
Gizmo 856 ok thanks man🙏🏻
Connor McQuillan the best thing I've done for all the hate was to research the history of dreadlocks and how they are cleaned etc so I can bombard them with facts when I get a stupid comment. Most people are receptive to being corrected, they're just ignorant and go "oh, really? Wow I didn't know that!" A lot. Do what you want with your hair! Happy journey 🦁
I have two underneath the rest of the others that just refuse to stay apart, so I've just let them go together, oh well lol
Question: can I strictly wash my dreads with baking soda and water or will that eventually negatively effect my dreads?
PlantifulHippie hey I've used baking soda on my dreads since the start and months before I even got them. It won't effect them negative if your hair/ scalp is used to have baking soda to cleanse it. I find it can make them feel a little dry on occasion so when they get older you may want to use both baking soda and acv. If you decide baking sodas your choice , I currently rinse 2 times a week 1 with just water, 1 with baking soda and water. I'd say that you need to see how your scalp likes it for a couple weeks, and if it does then your all good!
someone said that if you don't start your dreads near your scalp that you'll have to redo them... but wouldint it lock together anyways? please help I don't want to have to redo my dreads
Sky Lanser dude don't worry when i got my dreads done the guy left a inch off so it wouldn't hurt me your good but if u feel that the dreads are loosing at the roots get rubber bands and wrap them twice any more it will damage them
The ending !!! 😆👍👍👍
I used to have a "beaver tail" years ago and that's exactly what I called it. haha!
LOL that outro 👍 👍 👍
sound advice as per
yay new video
What a beautiful man..
Question: my dreads are two days old and one near my hairline has unravelled from the root to about the middle where it is locking... any suggestions..?
palm rolling, if that doesn't help try back combing
I've tried palm rolling, not really wanting to back comb... what about crochet hooking..?
so..?? just separate them..?
Lefty Aragon frodo is right, Its going to take a long time for your hair to be true dreads. But I found that palmrolling helped me quite a bit. it only took about 4 months for my hair to be fully dreaded and all I did was separate and palm roll (only a little) once a week after washing/drying.
I've never used crochet hooks, but i have heard from many, many people that they should be avoided because they cause 'weak spots' in the dread and can cause them to get damaged and eventually start breaking and falling out.
Lefty Aragon as long as they're still in their original sections it will be fine. When I first started dreading my hair they all came undone from the roots too. It's completely normal. Lazy dreads has a video about it, look through his page and watch everything, you'll feel a lot better. It's just a really long process and apart from separating your dreads you just have to leave them and wait.
I love seperating mine, it's so satisfying
are your dreads freeform ? Or semi free form don't hate me I've always wandered 😂
I like denzel currys dreads
Congo is lyf3
You're adorable
can you do a video on how I could possibly make my dreadlocks thicker? Like how I would make them into a chunk of a couple dreads? For example: look up Denzel Curry
Lookin health mange 👍🏼
Finally xD!
Dat beard...