Organic locking on super long hair
Dreading Methods
Hi Tia. I also had long hair when I started, now 10 months in over half have shrunk to above my shoulders. The longer the hair, the more shrinkage, so be prepared for that. May I suggest cutting a sleeve off from an extra large t shirt and slipping it over your hair, better than a pony tail or scrunchi. Free form locks are the best way for locks to form. I first let my hair separate naturally for a couple of weeks to form its own sections and than I did twist and rip. If you go this route, do NOT twist tightly, they must be able to loosen up in order to dread. You Will get a head full of the frizzes with Twisting, but it does go away. The natural route all the way does not get them. Beads will help get your hair started and keep them somewhat separated, but take them out when all the crazy loops start to form or they may get struck in there. Don't let anyone talk you into wax, gels or creams. Waxing even once will hold water inside the dread and it will mould and smell, gels & creams will build up inside the dread and do the same. Wash 2-3 times a week as hair needs to be clean in order to dread. Oily hair causes the knotting process to slip out. Enjoy your journey, have patience and strength, it certainly is a ride with a beautiful outcome.