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Dreadlocks

Learn how to make dreadlocks, care for dreads and style dreadlocks no matter what your hair type - natural black hair, curly hair, naturally straight hair, relaxed hair, etc...  Discover what dreadlocks products are best for your hair, how to keep your dreadlocks clean and how to solve common dreads issues.

Product Suggestions

As I'm sure you've learned by now, caring for dreadlocks isn't a science, but it does require finessing of your maintenance skills and techiniques.

Whether you want salon perfect dreadlocks or a maintained look with a bit of edge, your technique often dictates overall dreadlocks appearance moreso than products.

A good product will not only hold, but will add a degree of sheen that is sufficient.  Meaning, your hair won't be oily and the outer layers of your dreadlocks will look shiny and healthy.  But even the best product can't transform your hair if you're using it incorrectly.

So before you take our product suggestions, be sure to review the Dreadlocks Maintenance and Frequently Asked Questions areas.  When you know what to do and what not to do, that increases your chances of getting the dreadlocks look that you desire.

Can Lyers Love a Dread?

It seems impossible that two people with varying views could ever see eye to eye so is it possible for someone with dreadlocks or natural hair to embrace someone who rejects all things natural?

That's Rasta

I'm starting to get the impression that Jacksonville, FL's north side has more dreads per capita than any other area in the US.  What's surprising is that despite the number of people with locks, far too many of them are not properly caring for their hair.  You won't believe there reasons why.

Dreadlocks Myths and Rumors

dread mythsDreadlocks are dirty, nasty & smelly?  People who have dreadlocks never shampoo their hair?  All Dreadheads smoke marijuana?  Dreadlocks have bugs, lint and all types of critters trapped in them?  In this section, we dispel the rumors and give you the facts when we...De-Myth-ify Dreadlocks

You Nappy Headed Heffer

BLOG-OPENS IN NEW WINDOW: I must start this post by saying that I have nothing against most women with natural hair but some of you people get on my damn nerves. In comparison to some sisters with relaxed hair who may not have a clue what they’re doing to themselves, natural women can be amongst the most nappy adverse, ill-informed people on the planet.

Dreadlocks Represent Poverty

BLOG-OPENS IN NEW WINDOW: A Black couple is about to end their engagement.  When bruh is on his way out the door, he adds one parting shot.  He doesn’t like her hair which happens to be styled in dreadlocks.  "Why?" you ask.  He says, "DREADLOCKS REPRESENT POVERTY."

Rastafarian Miss Jamaica 2007

dreadlocksWas the world ready for a Miss Universe with dreadlocks? Zahra Redwood was the first Rastafarian woman to win Jamaica's Miss Universe 2007 title.

Hair Colours

Dull Hair Color?

Does weather or the elements impact hair color?

When to Use a Professional Colorist

Deciding when to use a professional.

Shopping for Hair Colour

Choosing the right hair color.

Natural Black Hair Styles

Afro

The Afro is a classic style that was popularized in the United States during the 1960's and '70's. The Afro is the ultimate expression of the strength and beauty of African or Black hair.

Bantu Knots or Zulu Knots

Bantu knots are a very simple style that be achieve with hair of just about any length. 

Braids

Braids are the cornerstone of natural hair styling.  They can be long, short, real, fake, black, white, thick, small...

Learn how to care for and create braids and braids extensions.