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hey there! I, like you, was also unable to go the natural method due to working in the school system. I decided to use the back combing method. looking back, i would of done some things differently: i think that sectioning (if you want a more clean look) is VERY important. the girl (at a salon) who did mine didn't take her time and section them correctly, now i have one right above my ear that sometimes bothers my ear when not pulled back. Also if you are going to do the back comb make sure you do them TIGHT! mine were not very tight and the next day they puffed out soooo big. it's been 7mnths and my dreads have went through so many stages so having patience is important. before you make a decision, do your research!!! i wish that i would of done them myself or got my mom to help. i think my sections would of turned out better. Also i went to a guy who said he could help "fix" them and i didn't want him to use anythign and he used hair glue...big mistake. do your research and how you feel comfortable. for the first few weeks, i used wax...only a pea size amount but stopped..now i'm all natural. i know everyone says go natural, neglect, but if you do your research, ask questions, do what you feel is best for you and your situation. also, my hair was down to the middle of my back and the backcomb method took them a little past my shoulders. good luck and just keep asking!!!