I did mine forever ago and never really did any research. To get mine I made nearly every mistake that is known to dread heads. Everything but crochet. I never used a hook, not one time. I used wax, palm rolled, washed with all sorts of things I probably shouldn't have and over the years have seen major differences since I started doing nothing. How you start them depends on your hair type and preference. I used back combing and wax for about a year. It hurt my progress in the long run. If I were to do it again I would rip and tare after letting my hair section naturally. All you need to do is wash with residue free cleaner, stop brushing, let it section, t n r if you choose or be patient and enjoy the ride. Yours will be completely unique and patients is the key. I am almost 14 years in so don't compare your new locks to anybody elses. It is your journey, enjoy it.
Thanks josh I really appreciate it!
I did mine forever ago and never really did any research. To get mine I made nearly every mistake that is known to dread heads. Everything but crochet. I never used a hook, not one time. I used wax, palm rolled, washed with all sorts of things I probably shouldn't have and over the years have seen major differences since I started doing nothing. How you start them depends on your hair type and preference. I used back combing and wax for about a year. It hurt my progress in the long run. If I were to do it again I would rip and tare after letting my hair section naturally. All you need to do is wash with residue free cleaner, stop brushing, let it section, t n r if you choose or be patient and enjoy the ride. Yours will be completely unique and patients is the key. I am almost 14 years in so don't compare your new locks to anybody elses. It is your journey, enjoy it.
welcome
start off by reading the dreaducation page
the best way to start dreads is to stop preventing dreads ..just stop combing and condtioning and let them happen