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Mario hernandez said"I just started the neglect method I was wondering how do I wash my hair. My hair hasn't dreaded or anything yet. I just started like yesyerf"
dread gurusthe Barrellady left a comment for loveleesouL
"Welcome to the community and to the best site on the web for healthy dreadlocks. Since you had your…"
dread gurusthe Barrellady left a comment for Lisa King
"Welcome to the community Lisa. If you plan on starting dreads one day, the dreaducation section at…"
Mario hernandez replied to Mario hernandez's discussion neglect method"Well not to maturity just to dread in general"
shampoo ingredients expertsHeather replied to Mario hernandez's discussion neglect method
"to maturity? i consider mine finally mature. so right around 2 1/2 years."
bands and musiciansMoorZ replied to Premo's discussion Driving with the windows down?
"This is actually a good way to dry your hair. Some times after a wash and its not sunny outside i…"
crafty craftersOliviaJonas Aley replied to Gina weber's discussion My Twist and Rip Timeline.
"They look great! I had learned about the braiding-before-tnr AFTER I started my…"
Mario hernandez replied to Mario hernandez's discussion neglect method"Alright.thanks so IM barely starting my natural dreads . Do I just rinse my hair with water when I…"
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Does Hair Always Section Itself?
Started this discussion. Last reply by ☮ soaring eagle ॐ Mar 4, 2012. 4 Replies 0 Likes
So, I have some new hair growth, and my hair is very frizzy and bushy and whatever. Will my hair still section itself as it dreads even though it's like that, or will I have to separate it myself as…Continue
Ew, Wax :(
Started this discussion. Last reply by erutxet Aug 20, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I used a small amount of wax when I first started my dreads (backcombing), but I never used it again after that. I thought I got it all out, and truth be told, I don't feel any at all in any of the…Continue
Hi Everybody
Started this discussion. Last reply by Trina Sandress Aug 12, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone, my name's Tara, I'm 19 and from England. My hair's always been bushy and wild, everyone always told me they love my hair, but it really just used to annoy me. I've always loved dreads,…Continue
Just A Few Questions?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tara C Aug 11, 2011. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Well, I had dreads done less than three days ago with the backcombing method, and I used wax. After coming across this site, I've decided not to use it anymore (only used it that one time). Anyway,…Continue
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Sussi commented on Tara C's photo
19 Months
"Tara, I think there's a big differens from your last pic. Your dreads are more defined now and they are getting long! I love that your loose hair is curly, my loose hair is just boring straight. :-)"
dread gurusTara C replied to Brett's discussion Dread of Confusion - I backcombed and it worked, waxed, locked, but now I have found this site...
"That's the thing, the wax then melts into the dread. When I learnt about doing that (I used wax the first time but found this site a few hours later and didn't use it again), I read to use a blowdryer to melt the wax so that it coats the…"
dread gurusTara C replied to Brett's discussion Dread of Confusion - I backcombed and it worked, waxed, locked, but now I have found this site...
"Washing every two to three days is good, but that in itself is another worry with the wax, because it traps water within the dreads.
Also, palm-rolling and etc. aren't advised because they can create thin, weak spots in the dreads if done too…"
dread gurusTara C replied to Alexxys Adkison's discussion Should I cut my hair to start short before I dread?
"They won't dread faster, just that there will be less hair to dread, and there will probably be less shrinking. Personally, I wouldn't see the point in cutting your hair before you start, but if you do, don't do it too short, as hair…"
dread gurusTara C left a comment for Alexxys Adkison
"Welcome :) glad you found the site before you've started dreading and can start off the healthiest (and most rewarding) way. Enjoy the journey and feel free to ask questions if you ever want to."
dread gurusTara C replied to Flightless's discussion 7month lurker dreaddie
"Welcome :) I started off backcombing too, and also wish I found this site before I started, but am glad I found it when I did."
dread gurusTara C replied to Brett's discussion Dread of Confusion - I backcombed and it worked, waxed, locked, but now I have found this site...
"Well, it's not really about whether or not we think it's worked for us. It's the fact that wax is harmful for dreads, stops them truly dreading, causes problems over time (heavy, hard, stiff dreads, increased chances of dirt and mold…"
dread gurusTara C replied to Steenvick's discussion tight dreads
"As long as they're not unhealthily tight, they'll most likely loop. I think it depends on the individual, everyone's hair is different, so their dreads act differently. I didn't have any loops except tiny ones until quite a few…"
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- How long have you been dreading?
- 6th August 2011
- Dreading methods, maintenance, and products used (if you currently have dreads)
- In my haste for dreads, I fell into the DreadHeadHQ/KnottyBoy way, so I wasted my money buying a comb and some wax and backcombed them. Found this site like 12 hours later, got the wax out and let them do their own thing :)
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A Battle With My Self-Esteem
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 2:24pm 7 Comments 1 Like
Well, dreading my hair has been the best thing I could've done in terms of my confidence as well as my outlook, patience, etc. It's such a cliche, I know, but it's true, it's helped me a lot. All in things I never expected it to make any difference with. That said, there's one thing it can't really help with, and that's feeling self-conscious over my eczema/sores. I have this huge, deep sore on my forehead at the moment, and I went out today and no-one even looked at me twice. It's a huge…
ContinueCombed Out Three of my Dreads
Posted on April 8, 2012 at 10:28pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
Most of my dreads are quite stiff, and a couple of them have hard spots. I assumed the worst: WAX. So I combed out one of the thin-ish, only half-way dreaded ones out, expecting to see the horrors of waxy remains...but no. There was literally nothing there. So I dunno why they're stiff or anything. Anyway, I decided to comb a couple more out, mostly the ones in the front/middle, because...the ones in the middle are basically forced into sections that don't feel right, and I get the feeling…
ContinueMiddle-of-the-Night Thoughts on Meat-Eating and non-Meat-Eating.
Posted on March 23, 2012 at 11:28pm 27 Comments 3 Likes
I was just thinking today about the whole meat-eating, vegetarian, vegan thing, and I had this quite interesting thought come to mind. First of all, I'm not bashing anyone's lifestyle choice or beliefs. I think it's worthy of huge respect to make a transition into something different from how you usually live. I have Coeliac disease, and even with my own well-being as motivation, the transition to a gluten-free diet has been very difficult. So...no-one reading this be offended, it's really…
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- At 2:12pm on March 20, 2013, Sussi said…
Sorry to hear that. I hope you get it sorted soon. I'm looking forward to seeing new photos when you feel up to it. :-)
- At 1:11pm on March 20, 2013, Sussi said…
So nice to see you again! Any new photos? I'd really like to see how your dreads have developed. :-)
- At 6:52pm on October 1, 2012,
Ethon O'Brien said… oh ok, i saw all the loose hair and thought they were natural haha, im sure theyll still turn out great. i love how mine are turning out, all kinda of awesome congos and loops bumps and zig zags haha.
- At 2:21pm on August 12, 2012,
crafty craftersValérie said… Oh no, I hope it's not severe health issues? At least you have a puppy to keep you company though. Animals do so much for the psyche, especially when you are having ailments. 1 of my 3 cat babies passed in June and I feel so lucky to have had the other 2 in my life to help get me past the loss and all the stress that comes to me in recent times.
Anyhoo, everything is going pretty well on my end. Just got accepted to Uni and trying to get the ball rolling on that transition. Also getting geared up for the Renaissance Faire (I work for the Northern California faire each season.) So, my plate is pretty full but I'm enjoying every bite. :D
- At 12:34am on August 10, 2012,
crafty craftersValérie said… Hey Tara! I haven't seen you on in a long time and I wanted to come over and see how you have been holding up. I hope all is going well for you across the pond and I hope to see you back here again soon, injecting the community with your wisdom and smile.
:)
- At 5:50pm on July 24, 2012,
herbalistsBaylie said… Thanks! That's so nice. :) I am wonderful, how are you?
And may I ask what shampoo you use? I still haven't looked into getting another... I think I should though...
- At 11:32pm on July 16, 2012,
herbalistsBeijaflor said… Hahaha . Thank you! Wow, that was the first for me.. it feels like they arent progressing fast enough lol. but yeas, wow 11 months is amazing I hope to get there one day. How often would you day you have to seperate your locs now?
- At 11:12pm on June 29, 2012,
herbalistsBeijaflor said… Hi Tara!! Im fine , how are you? I started my locs with a very loose twist(pratically loose hair just sectioned) and i secured the very ends by making a small braid knot so that they will not unravel. Within that same week I begin to wash my hair with besan and putting a light film of coconut oil once dried. Thats it! I also separate the roots but they are kanoodling so much together its becoming a chore. How is your journey so far? And how did you start?
- At 6:37pm on June 26, 2012,
vip supporters☮MamaKittyLove said… Yeah I have seen a few people with horribly waxy dreadlocks and I feel bad for them now that I know what I do. If I had seen this site before I would have just bought a "rat tail teaser" comb from a beauty supply, would have saved at leasy $20. Umm I literally used THE smallest amount on the dreads that I did use it on and I'm hoping it is out by now, I can't feel any wax but you never know about the inside of it. I'm just going to let them do their thing though, take comparison photos as they mature. Hopefully I won't have the end up cutting out the 4 ones I used wax on..
- At 9:10am on June 26, 2012,
vip supporters☮MamaKittyLove said… I am wonderful actually, just waking up! We actually are in the same boat with the whole "wasted money on the kit AND THEN found this site" lol! I so wish I had seen this site before I had fell into the evil clutches of Knotty Boy :P
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