There is a dread extensions group I started for members who have or want them. It's new and no one has put any tips on there yet, Perhaps you can be the first, as some members make postings wondering how to do it or maintain them. Would be great if you can share any knowledge, tips, & your pics about extensions, I don't have any myself, so am unable to contribute, but just made the group for others.....thanks & peace http://www.dreadlockssite.com/group/extenstions-group
Glad I could help you Jennifer. I have very hard well water and know what can happen. If ever you think you have a residue build up in your dreads/hair you can use Neutrogena Anti Residue Shampoo to remove it, works fantastic. I find that I get a build up every few months just by rinsing with my tap water, so this removes the minerals that have built up. Rather strong stuff, so just use it 3 or 4 times a year, try not to get in on scalp if possible, just rub the dread sections, as the scalp gets dried out after using it. You can purchase the smallest bottle you can find, as it lasts a long time. The baking soda does not mix well with hard water, so that is why the jug or boiling method is recommended. Unfortunately hard water does build up over time, when the Neutrogena is used, the rinsing it out water comes out gray- all those minerals., And the hair feels so clean and lightweight!!....enjoy your journey, you will love it....peace
I now use that stuff on my daughters undreaded hair twice a year to get the minerals out.....
Welcome to the community Jennifer, It sounds like you are off to a great start. Great to hear one of your reasons you started to dread, it is true liberation! Many dread shampoo on the market do not work well in hard water, they slowly leave a residue build up...below is a map so you can see what type you have..... www.dreadlockshampoo.com works excellent in hard water, all water types and the creator of that is also a member on this site. Also, if you have hard water, you can do one of two things for your baking soda wash: purchase jug water (I use a water cooler size one, lasts forever), or you can boil your water. After it boils, just let the minerals settle to the bottom of pot and slowly pour out water, leaving the minerals behind.
You will enjoy your journey for sure, and all the freedom that comes with it.....peace
good to hear hun i agree with the lil ones not thinking is wat u need to be like perfection if apperances. societys bs WELCOME TO DREADLOCKSSITE MY DEAR may peace b with u along ur journey ahead:)
My oils cost about 15-20 for only 5mL. So it's about the same. If you want to use teatree for it's medicinal value as well, get the good stuff. Peppermint doesn't need to be the highest grade. But it's nicer to use.
Check outhttp://www.mountainroseherbs.com/ They have a great selection, for s pretty good price. I don't know how their shipping works yet. I haven't needed oils for a while.
You only need to separate when the bodies of locks start to congo together. Some people need to do this every day. Most people only need to separate once a week. I have 2 separating tutorials on my page
how much water do you use? And how many drops of oils in that amount? I use a 1 liter bottle and add about 20 drops teatree, 20 rosemary, and 15 peppermint. The scent doesn't stay strong for a long time. But the hint of it is there until my next wash
There is a dread extensions group I started for members who have or want them. It's new and no one has put any tips on there yet, Perhaps you can be the first, as some members make postings wondering how to do it or maintain them. Would be great if you can share any knowledge, tips, & your pics about extensions, I don't have any myself, so am unable to contribute, but just made the group for others.....thanks & peace http://www.dreadlockssite.com/group/extenstions-group
Velkommen to the community Michelle and to the best site on the web for healthy dreadlocks, glad you joined!. Peace
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Glad I could help you Jennifer. I have very hard well water and know what can happen. If ever you think you have a residue build up in your dreads/hair you can use Neutrogena Anti Residue Shampoo to remove it, works fantastic. I find that I get a build up every few months just by rinsing with my tap water, so this removes the minerals that have built up. Rather strong stuff, so just use it 3 or 4 times a year, try not to get in on scalp if possible, just rub the dread sections, as the scalp gets dried out after using it. You can purchase the smallest bottle you can find, as it lasts a long time. The baking soda does not mix well with hard water, so that is why the jug or boiling method is recommended. Unfortunately hard water does build up over time, when the Neutrogena is used, the rinsing it out water comes out gray- all those minerals., And the hair feels so clean and lightweight!!....enjoy your journey, you will love it....peace
I now use that stuff on my daughters undreaded hair twice a year to get the minerals out.....
Welcome to the community Jennifer, It sounds like you are off to a great start. Great to hear one of your reasons you started to dread, it is true liberation! Many dread shampoo on the market do not work well in hard water, they slowly leave a residue build up...below is a map so you can see what type you have..... www.dreadlockshampoo.com works excellent in hard water, all water types and the creator of that is also a member on this site. Also, if you have hard water, you can do one of two things for your baking soda wash: purchase jug water (I use a water cooler size one, lasts forever), or you can boil your water. After it boils, just let the minerals settle to the bottom of pot and slowly pour out water, leaving the minerals behind.
You will enjoy your journey for sure, and all the freedom that comes with it.....peace
good to hear hun
i agree with the lil ones not thinking is wat u need to be like perfection if apperances. societys bs 
WELCOME TO DREADLOCKSSITE MY DEAR may peace b with u along ur journey ahead:)
haha like that 'life doesnt have a dress code'
My oils cost about 15-20 for only 5mL. So it's about the same. If you want to use teatree for it's medicinal value as well, get the good stuff. Peppermint doesn't need to be the highest grade. But it's nicer to use.
Check out http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/ They have a great selection, for s pretty good price. I don't know how their shipping works yet. I haven't needed oils for a while.
You only need to separate when the bodies of locks start to congo together. Some people need to do this every day. Most people only need to separate once a week. I have 2 separating tutorials on my page
how much water do you use? And how many drops of oils in that amount? I use a 1 liter bottle and add about 20 drops teatree, 20 rosemary, and 15 peppermint. The scent doesn't stay strong for a long time. But the hint of it is there until my next wash