Dreadlocks conquered the world in the 60's and today they make a lot of people's minds, whether in a temporary or definitive look. But if you have doubts about the options and want to know a little more about the necessary care for this type of hair, come with us and we'll tell you everything!
Check out types of dreads and care
needle dreads
Today, it is the most popular model as it can be done on any type of hair, even straight hair. With the help of the crochet hook, the professional creates the shape of a cylinder, embarrassing the threads to unite the locks.
wax dreads
Beeswax is used to shape and stick the rolls. But the big problem is that wax makes it difficult to deep clean the wires. Also, to get rid of the dreads, in this case just running the scissors through the hair.
Thread or wool dreads
It is the best option for those who want to use colored threads. The base of the wicks is made of wool or thread, which is attached to the wicks and finished with more wool. An advantage of the choice is that it is easy to make an extension of the threads with the wool dread. However, it is a temporary look, which lasts for about 3 months, depending on the rate of growth of your hair.
Removable dreads or dread extension
A possibility for those who want to test the style, without having to compromise the threads with the technique. It also works if your strands are short and you want to make long dreadlocks. Dreads can be synthetic or human. In this technique, the appliqué is sewn to the natural threads, at the desired length.
Necessary care for dreadlocked hair
- Wash your hair only once a week, with a neutral or anti-residue shampoo.
- Let the shampoo penetrate the roots and run through the dreadlocks. Then rinse with plenty of running water.
- Do not use products that carry oils, creams or conditioners in the wash.
- At the end of the wash, gently squeeze each dreadlock to remove excess water.
- Do not rub the hair with towels, just press the towel carefully against the locks.
- Let the strands dry naturally or use a warm dryer, without bringing the heat source too close to the hair.
How much does it cost to dread hair
The value of dreads can vary greatly according to the professional, the city you live in, the length you intend to adopt and the type of technique you want to use. But, in general, you may have to spend between 700 and 800 reais to have your hair in the form of dreadlocks.
origin of dreadlocks
Many people think that dreadlocks emerged in Jamaica, with the Rastafarian movement. However, history tells that the habit of wearing hair intertwined in cylindrical shapes comes from the pre-Biblical period, where the habit already existed in Africa and India.
However, the real popularization of dreads began in 1930, with the emergence of Rastafarians in Jamaica. Practitioners of this sect believed that hair should only be washed with purified water, so they preferred to let the strands tangle and form shapes naturally rather than washing the strands constantly.
The person largely responsible for leveraging dreadlocks in popular culture was singer Bob Marley, who in the 60s brought the habits of Rastafarian life to his songs through reggae.
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