How to make dreads stronger?

If I tug my dreads I can hear hairs ripping :x It makes me really worried I'm switching between dreadhead shampoo and pure clean by garnier frutis. I've dyed my hair a few times with the boxed stuff at the store, so I'm sure that is making my hair pretty dry. Any ideas on how to make my roots stronger?

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

updated by @tessa-smith: 01/13/15 09:10:16PM

hmm they should be pretty strong unless they are real dry then maybe aloe or jojoba is a good idea how old r they?

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Only 8 months. I have jojoba oil, maybe I can get that a try today.

8 months should be ok for an ocasional light conditioning when u really need 1


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So I can use actual conditioner on my dreads you think?

u mean store bought? u ..mayber can tho they will leave residues and are not the best idea

your better off with aloe or few drops of jojoba

i think aloe would be the best option

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