How to make dreadlocks

They knew how to make dreadlocks back in antiquity. They were worn by Indian hermits, who were always in search of enlightenment and nirvana. This was a compulsory measure for them: since they did not cut their hair, they lost their way into peculiar coils, sometimes reaching several meters.

Africans, for example, rolled their dreadlocks with wax. In Jamaica, these hair ornaments came from Ethiopia. And in the 60s of the last century they entered the world fashion thanks to the music style reggae Bob Marley.

At its core, dreadlocks are a natural state of free hair that does not know the comb, scissors and shampoo. This is a strand of hair, braided in a special way and dumped in the coils. Hairstyle is formed as they grow naturally, without shortening with scissors and combing.

Before you make dreadlocks, you need to know what their species are. And then decide on the choice. You also need to know that the well-groomed look of this hairstyle is given by a correction, which is held once a month. Then, the hair that has knocked out and grows directly from the dreadlocks is tucked into it very neatly.

So, there are two kinds of such weaving. The first is from the client's natural hair. It is very difficult to unravel them, but it is quite realistic. Such dreadlocks can, if desired, either compact or extend with artificial hair. This species is also called dangerous.

The second type is safe, because such weaving is made of artificial hair (kanekalon). The made workpieces are weaved neatly to natural strands. Dreadlocks from kanekalon join near the roots of the hair, so the original color is almost completely hidden.

First, braids are plaited with natural hair. Then this pigtail is very gently placed inside the dreadlocks from the artificial strands. When the period of socks expires, they are easy enough and, importantly, absolutely safe, detached from natural hair.

But it's worth noting that some people decide to continue wearing such safe jewelry without taking them off. Then you should know that from the status of safe dreadlocks from artificial hair become dangerous.

Present numerous admirers of Bob Marley and followers of his creativity are wondering how to make dreadlocks, so that they look more natural and have a well-groomed appearance.

Today, dreadlocks are not only a part of a certain philosophy, but also a way to stand out as something unusual among their peers, to emphasize one's own originality and individuality.

First, in order for these weaves to have a well-groomed appearance, hair is required, the length of which is not less than 13 centimeters. Initially, the hair is divided into individual small strands. Each of them is smeared with special wax. Then carefully combed and rolled.

But a more even structure is characterized by artificial dreadlocks. Mainly because they are made from non-natural fiber. To wear such a hairstyle is not recommended for more than two months, because after this time it loses its appearance.

This is due to the fact that the roots of the hair gradually begin to grow and the tourniquets become saggy because of this, acquiring a rather pathetic appearance. And there is only one option - to shave everything off. After all, in this case, even a radical dredge does not help.

In a professional beauty salon, hairdressers know how to make dreadlocks so as not to damage natural hair. Therefore, it is not necessary to carry out this procedure on your own to avoid problems with natural curls, which are very difficult to restore after incorrect manipulations.

As a rule, it is difficult to get used to dreadlocks at first. For a week there is a feeling of tightness of the scalp. After the adaptation period, a number of other problems arise. It is simply impossible to comb such jewelry and it is extremely difficult to wash it (not more than once in 3 weeks).

Unravel such strands impossible. In addition, you should use chemicals specifically designed to protect against insects.