Dreadlocks Ultimate Guide (Book)

 

New Book release: Dreadlocks Ultimate Guide

Get yours from Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KN4JMQL/

Yeah I released a little book, with basically the articles listed in here, so if you would like to have all the info you want without having to re-check the blog every time you could simply buy the book, or you can see it as a form of support too if you have ever found something useful on my blog.

Here is the first section of my Book:

Dreadlocks

Ultimate guide

 Published by Smail Jarrou

First Edition

 

© Copyright 2021. All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the written permission of the publisher.

The content of this book reflects the opinions and personal experience of the author and is intended to be used as an adjust to responsible behavior. The author is in no way liable for any misuse of the material.

 

INTRODUCTION

Disclaimer

The term "dreadlocks" is getting less and less popular with time, it is getting slowly replaced by other terms like "Locs" or "Locks". But you will find it all over the book for the simple reason that this book is basically made of blog articles that I wrote throughout the years when it was still ok to say dreadlocks or even just "Dreads".

I still use the word "dreadlocks" in my blog posts though, for the sake of Search Engine Optimization and algorithms.

 This book is about locs as a hairstyle and nothing else.

How to start your locs journey, how to take care of your hair... stuff like that. It is not intended to start a debate or to give answers about any cultural conflicts.

 Dreadlocks suit everyone, anyone can have them regardless of their hair texture, with the difference that with some hair types you might need some extra work and extra time. But basically any hair that was left uncombed for a while will lock itself in a natural process.

 

Welcome

If you are reading this book it's because you are interested in dreadlocks, you either have them, or you are planning to start a journey or maybe you are just curious. Welcome anyway, I will share with you the information that I gathered throughout my 10 years dreadlock Journey, about how to get them, how to maintain them.. and other related issues.

I decided to start writing because I have noticed in my humble experience that most people don't know much about dreadlocks, many are misinformed, and there are plenty of stereotypes. I felt that I needed to spread the truth about not something that I have tried but something that has become a part of me.

So here is my little contribution to the community: the story of a fellow dreadhead from Morocco - Africa.

  

Thank you for reading!

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How to wash Dreadlocks

How to wash Dreadlocks

Washing dreadlocks is the number one dreads related issue that many people are confused about. Many think that in order to have dreadlocks you should stop washing your hair, while it is actually the other way around, if you want to have healthy clean dreadlocks you must wash them on a regular basis. Clean dreadlocks mature fast while dirty hair is gross and makes your scalp itchy.

I have posted last year a whole article about the top 10 myths and facts about dreadlocks.



How long until I give my new dreads a first wash?
you do not have to wait at all, but it does help if you wait a little bit and allow your hair and scalp to get used to the new thing.
how much time you should wait depends on few factors: 
* Your hair type
* How often do you usually wash your hair
* The method you used to make dreadlocks
so no one can tell you when to wash your young dreads except yourself, I suggest that you wait until your scalp starts to get itchy, the itchyest you wan handle.

How often should I wash my dreadlocks?
Same thing we said before, only YOU can decide, you can keep the same routine as you used to do before dreads or you can change it if you want, our bodies do adapt to anything new, so your scalp will get used to the new washing routine and will produce oils just as needed. So any washing routine would work just fine as long as it's not everyday that's not good,
you can obviously shower your body without washing your dreadlocks.

Shampoo and soap
there are many shampoos and soaps available. But what works well for one may not work well for the other, that's why it's better if you read reviews, ask your dreadhead friends try many types of shampoos and soaps and see which one works best for you. As long as it's residue free. you can even make your own soap if you want.

My personal dreadlocks washing routine:
you may do just as I do or you can do your own, the keys are: residue free shampoo, good rinsing and good drying.

• I first get my hair wet and give my scalp a gentle massage
• Then I put some of my shampoo on my palms and rub it all over my scalp (I don't use it on my dreads because that will happen later, also if your dreads are new be gentle with the rubbing)
• I get under the shower, the shampoo become bubbly and I rub it all over my scalp and dreads very well (massage carefully if your dreads are new)
• once I feel that I shampooed all my hair I proceed to rinsing
• I set the shower to the strongest mode and let water run through my dreads ( the more you stay under water the better)
• I squeeze my dreads to get new clean water runing through them again
• I repeat the rinsing and squeezing until I feel it's enough
• I turn off the shower and start squeezing my dreads to get all the water out
• Once I feel that I can't get any more water out and my dreads stopped dripping I proceed to drying.

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How to make dreadlocks twist and rip method

How to make dreadlocks twist and rip method

I have already posted an article about twist and rip method for dreadlocks here but the video of how to make dreadlocks in the twist and rip method I have posted with it is kinda low quality, recently I have made a new high quality video, with more detailes on the process.

Check out and learn how to make dreads in an easy way, those are kinda skinny dreadlocks but it's not the final version, it's not how the dreads will look at the end, plus you may change the size of dreadlocks by making big sections

First thing you do is that you section your hair into square sections starting better from the bottom of your hair, use rubberbands to secure your sections then split the sectionned hair in two random parts then rip untill your reach the root, then then twist again and split the same section of hair in other two random parts and rip again untill the root, you will start to see knots forming. keep twisting and ripping the whole secion of hair untill you reach the tip of your hair.

But remember twist and rip or any other method you use does not create dreadlocks, you are just helping to define the size of your dreads by forming knots and keeping the sectionned hair together, your hair will lock itself in a natural process, but that will eventually take some time.

you might do some palmroling aswell, it doesn't do much actually, it just keeps the section tidy.

keep twisting and ripping until you reach the tip of your hair, as long as you can still hold hair between your fingers, then use a rubber band on the tip of your hair aswell.

When you finish twisting and ripping all your hair.. You do not have to do anything else, just wait for your dreads to mature.

Patience is the key to having beautiful healthy dreadlocks.

Hope this new twist and rip video was useful to you

happy journey to everyone of you

Peace and Love

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Dreadlocks Couples - Dreads Love

Dreadlocks Couples - Dreads Love

Couples with dreadlocks, are just like any other couples with the same interest or same passion, of same outlook to life.. Depends on how you see it and for what reason you are wearing dreadlocks.

But what makes dreads lovers special, is that there are few dread related activities they would be certainly doing that normal couples won't. Maintaining your dreads for instance :D it's a great thing to have someone with you who would keep an eye on your dreads, someone to be a part of your dreadlocks journey.. Someone to grow old congos with lol. They would sure have no brush at the house as well.

I have never had a dready girlfriend, but it is always a pleasure to see other dreads lovers together, and that's why I made this video.

Hope you enjoy the love and positive vibes in this beautiful dreadlock video:

I want to thank all the beautiful dread couples from facebook who shared their love with us and allowed me to use their pictures, much love to you guys you are the best <3:

Cat and Carl

Lady Reiko and Art of the Sin City Prophets

Sarah and Chris

Cait and Randy

Joanna and Huw (Instagram:joannamarieduffell)

There would sure be others, but those were the ones who read my post on dreadlocks group on facebook. But I have managed to get some very beautiful pictures of dreadlock couples.

Anyway, I hope that you like this beautiful dreadlocks video, lots of love and positive vibes

Peace and Love

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Swimming with Dreadlocks - dreads and water

Swimming with Dreadlocks - dreads and water

whenever summer approaches, there are some common questions about dreadlocks that come up, especially for new dreaded people. the most common one is about swimming with dreadlocks. here is what you should know about this issue.

you can watch the video about swimming with dreads here

1-To swim with dreadlocks is completely fine, especially in the ocean because salt water helps your dreads to mature and to tighten up. most dreadlock experts suggest swimming in the ocean for a better and faster dreading process. Thus, it is a good idea to let the salt water dry in your dreadlocks before washing them. Or you can make your own homemade salt water spray if you won't want to swim in the ocean.

2-if your dreads are less then 1 month old, it's better that you avoid swimming too often, if you can't resist the swimming temptation, you may use a swimming cap, or if you don't have one, at least use rubber bands at the root and the tip of each dread.

3-It is ok to also swim in pools. the Chlorine doesn't hurt your dreads as long as you rinse them well right after  you get out of water then wash them as soon as possible. 

Notice that in some hotel pools some ppl may jump in with sun tan oils on, that makes the water oily, it's better if you avoid swimming or use a swim cap.

4-if you're swimming with dreadlocks in their first few months, you may notice some loose hair afterwards, it's ok, it does not mean that your dreads are falling apart, just deal with it with a loose hair tool or a crochet hook

5-Make sure to dry your dreads after showering, do not sleep with them wet or put them in a hat, if you had no choice but sleeping with wet dreads, spread them along to allow them air drying.

6-it is better to not swim in lakes and rivers without a swimming cap, no matter how clean they look, or if you have to then make sure to rinse your dreads very well afterwards.

Bottom of line: swim, have fun, but wash your dreads, rinse and dry them :)

Peace and Love

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Wool method for Dreadlocks

Short Dreadlocks

Wool method for Dreadlocks

What you need to know about Wool dreading:

dreadlocks wool method is a lot similar to the neglect method, or you can say it's a neglect method with just a little help. If you are going to do this method you must be very patient, and I mean VERY patient. because it is one of the most "annoying" methods, and it takes a lot of time before you start to see real dreadlocks in your hair. You you have to live with a crazy messy hair for at least a year, plus there is physical work you have to do almost everyday.

For all those reasons, many people choose other dreading methods, but it's still one of the best and healthiest ones.

How to do the Wool dread method:

The basics of the wool method are very easy:

take a wool thing (sweater, hat or gloves or anything you have)

put it on your hair and rub it in circles for few minutes till you feel knots starting to form.

You may rip it apart later to separately form your dreadlocks.

do this wool method process everytime you have free time.

Be patient and be ready to handle the pain.

This video shows you how to do the dreadlocks wool method:

Dreadlocks wool method Advantages:

like the neglect dreadlocks, it's an all natural method, anyone can do it themselves no help needed, no tools (except a wool hat or something in wool).

Dreadlocks wool method disadvantages:

It hurts a lot while you are doing it. takes a lot of time till you start to see real dreads. You will have a crazy messy hair for at least one year. You may lose a little hair in the process but it's ok.

That was all you need to know about the Wool method to make dreadlocks, you may be interested in knowing more about other methods in this post: wich Dreadlocks method to choose?

Long Dreadlocks

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Dread Perming Method for dreadlocks

Long Dreadlocks (no perming)

Dread Perming Method for making dreadlocks

Dread perming would be the easiest way to have instant dreadlocks. Even if I am personally 100% against this method for dreadlocks, but I have to talk about it. After all, everyone is free to choose the dreading method that they want.

the dreadlocks perming method is mostly done in beauty salons, and it costs around $300 - $400. your hair will be exposed to chemical product that makes is frizzy, then bounded again and retreated with other chemical process to form the dreadlocks. 

you will for sure have nice beautiful very well shaped dreadlocks instantly.

Although it is better when it's done by professionals, dread perming can also be done at home. Home perm kit cost around $10 - $20; and give similar results.

Why people do dread perming to have dreadlocks?

mostly people who are not patient and don't want to wait to have natural dreadlocks tend to do the dread perming method. Also some celebrityies and models who want to have the "dreadlocks look" for a special occation or for a photo session sometimes. Or sometimes some people just want to change their looks without being part of the whole dreadlocks culture.

How long does the dread perming take?

the making of dread perming takes about 6 hours. And if done in a beauty salon, you will need  maintenance appointments that take about two hours and costs about $200 every six months.

Dread perming Advantages:

after going out of the salon you will have dreadlocks.

after about six months it looks just like a natural grown dreadlocks

your dreads will have perfect shape and size

works on ALL hair even Asian straight silky

Dread perming Disadvantages:

The most un-natural dreading method

your hair will be exposed to chemical products

Risks if it's not done by professionals

Costs quiet a lot of money

That was all about the dread perming method to make dreadlocks, you may be interested in knowing more about other methods in this post: 5 Methods to make Dreadlocks

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Dreadlocks Twist and rip method

Dreadlocks Twist and rip method - everything you need to know.

The twist and rip method to make dreadlocks is one of the most used methods, because it works on pretty much all type of hair and  it's also an almost all natural dreading method IF you don't use any dread wax with it. 

But you have to know that once it's done and the dreads have locked, it's hard to unlock them.. So if you choose this method, you have to know that if you changed your mind about having dreadlocks you will go throu a hard undreading process.

How to do the twist and rip method?

(full article here)

 First, you wash your hair with a residue free shampoo, then Section your hair in squares (big squares or small ones depending on the size you want for your locks). Split the sectioned part in two, hold each part in one hand, then twist clockwise, change the hands and spread the sectioned part till it get's tight by the root, repeat the twist and rip till you reach ther end of hair. you might do some palmrolling after. You may also use rubberbands to secure your sections and take them off later.

This video shows you the basic way of twist and rip:

This is a better quality video

Twist and rip dreadlocks Maintenance

The Twist and rip method just like any other dreadlocks method, there is not much to be done, just washing your hair, you may do some palmrolling if needed but you don't have to. Sometimes the twist and rip locks get unlocked at the end, you may need to re twist and rip them again.

You may also Moisturize your dreadlocks sometimes to avoid dryness, it helps keeping your hair healthy.

Twist and rip dreadlock: washing your hair

You wash your dreadlocks twice a week and that's fine. Many people wash it less (when they first twist and rip ) to speed up the locking process, but it's up to you.

But you have to avoid any shampoo that leave residue behind. Make sure you use only natural residue free dread Soap.

Twist and rip dreadlock advantages 

in the twist and rip method You control the size of your dreads. it's almost an all natural method (unless you use wax). your dreads look like real dreads the same day.

Twist and rip dreadlock disadvantages 

doesn't work very well for some straight silky smooth hair. you may lose a little bit hair in the process. Hard to get it undone. may take time doing it and might hurt a little bit aswell.

That was all about the twist and rip method for dreadlocks, you might be interested in reading more about the different dreadlocks method in this post Dreadlocks: what dreadlocks method to choose?

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Dreadlocks Journey: Backcombing method

Dreadlocks Journey: Backcombing method

Backcombing method for dreadlocks is also a natural method of dreading IF you don't use any dread wax or product with it.

Backcombing works perfectly on all kind of hair, NO EXCEPTIONS even on very straight and smooth hair.. It's the method that tells that every human can have nice dreadlocks.

How to do the backcoming method? 

First thing is that you section your hair in squares, you can choose from big or small depending on the dreads size you want, you may use rubberbands to secure your sections and take them off later.

then using a comb that has teeth close to each other like this one below:

start combing the hair backwards, you begin from to the root of the hair to the end of it.

I have Made a video of me making one dread to my little niece, and I have used the backcombing method, I didn't tighten it enough because she wasn't going to keep it, but in this video you could see how the backcombing dreadlocks are made:

How often should I wash my backcombed dreads??

Just like we said in the neglect method in a previous post. Wash your dreadlocks twice a week and that's fine. It is a good idea if wash your hair less when you first backcomb it to give your newly dreads time to lock, like once a week.

But remember.. Avoid any shampoo that leave residue behind. Make sure you use only natural residue free dread Soap.

Maintaining backcombed dreadlocks?

Just like the neglected dreadlocks method, in backcoming.. you don't have to do much, Just separating the dreads and washing your hair. And some palmrolling sometimes

You may also Moisturize your dreadlocks sometimes to avoid dryness, it helps keeping your hair healthy.

Advantages of dreadlocks backcombing method:

while backcombing, you control the size of your dreads. 

they mature faster than other methods. 

backcombing works on all kind of hair especially straight caucasion and asian hair. 

It's almost an all natural method.

Disadvantages of dreadlocks backcombing method:

The backcombing process takes few hours. 

Need someone to help you. it hurts sometimes. 

You may lose some hair in the process.

That's all about backcombing method, You might be interested in reading my post about What Dreadlocks Method to choose?

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Dreadlocks Journey: Neglect method (Natural,Organic)

Dreadlocks Journey: Neglect method (also called Natural method or Organic method) what you have to know.

First thing you must know is that this is the best way to have healthy dreadlocks, but choosing the method is a personal choice. Everyone is free in his hair, choosing a less natural dreadlocks method won't make you any less than the all natural way dreadheads.

Second thing: many people when they hear NEGLECT METHOD they think that you neglect your hair, in the way that you don't care about it or don't wash it.. WRONG. THE NEGLECT METHOD MEANS: not using any natural or chemical method to form the dreads and let the hair lock on itself with The minimum of help.

How to do the Natural/ Neglect/ Organic method?

You basically don't do anything to your hair except washing it, your hair HAS to be clean. It takes from four months to one year (depending on your hair texture) your hair will then start to lock, at that time you will have to help sectionning your locked hair by separating the dreads from the roots.

It is important that you start sectionning your hair when it just start dreading or it will form  huge congos (when two dreads or more lock together).

Do this separation regularly, anytime you feel like your hair needs it. It may sound like it's ripped, but it's normal you don't have to worry about it, the longer your dreads are growing, the less separation you will need to make.

How often should I wash my "neglect" dreads??

You wash your dreadlocks twice a week and that's fine. Many Neglect people wash their hair less, like once a week, and that helps in forming the dreads faster, washing more than twice will slow down the dreading process, but it's up to you.

But you have to avoid any shampoo that leave residue behind. Make sure you use only natural residue free dread Soap. (I will post Natural receips later on this blog).

Maintaining neglect dreadlocks?

you don't have to do much really, Just separating the dreads and washing your hair. 

But you may Moisturize your dreadlocks sometimes to avoid dryness, it helps keeping your hair healthy.

The golden word for Neglect dreadlocks is PATIENCE.

Yes, this dreading method need a lot of patience, you will not be seeing any dreadlocks in the first year, only crazy messy hair. And if you set up your mind on using the neglect method in your dreadlocks journey and you give up before you reach your goal then it's not worth it, just some wasted time. So make sure you are patient enough to go all the way in your journey. And believe me, it's really worth it.

Advantages of neclect dreadlocks.

It's an easy to do method, you don't need any help or experience, you can do it yourself. It is also the healthiest one.

I wouldn't say it's the only natural method because other than the chemical dreadlocks methods the other ones are natural too, but it's the most Natural one of them.

Disadvantages of neglect dreadlocks.

Takes a very long time so it needs a lot of patience, also the dreads are not all of the same size, and some people wouldn't like the "look" of their dreadlocks when they see diferent sizes on each dread. So if you care a lot about how your dreadlocks look, then this method is not for you.

Here is the video:

You might be interested in reading my post about What Dreadlocks Method to choose?

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Dreadlocks Journey: five Methods how to make dreadlocks

DREADLOCKS JOURNEY | HOW TO MAKE DREADLOCKS?:

Or Wich Dreadlocks Method to choose?

So your hair is long enough now to start your dreadlocks journey?.. The next step is to choose the dreading method, depending on your hair type, and the patience degree you have.

here are the different Dreading methods that exist, with advantage and disadvantage of each one. I will post an article on each method to explain in details and with videos.

1-NEGLECT METHOD:

How to do the neglect method: You don't do anything actually except washing your hair, you let it grow naturally. With time, after a year or so it will start to knot and dreads on itself, you might help it by ripping the dreads while they are growing or using rubber bands to define the sections, but the true nectlect people don't do all this.

Advantages: easy to do, no tools or products needed, no assisstance or help; It's the healthiest way to have healthy dreadlocks. No hair damages.

Disadvantages: Takes a lot of time, at least a year before the dreads start forming, or more if your hair is smooth and straight. dreads are not all of the same size, some are fat others are skinny, needs a lot of patience. read more details in this post: http://dreadlocksjourneyblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/dreadlocks-journey-neglect-method.html

2-BACKCOMBING METHOD:

How to do the backcoming method: Section your hair in squares, big or small depending on the dreads size you want, start combing the hair backwards using a dread comb, you begin from to the root of the hair to the end of it; You may use rubberbands to secure your dreads and take them off later.

Advantages: you control the size of your dreads. they mature faster than other methods. it works on all kind of hair especially straight caucasion hair. It's almost an all natural method.

Disadvantages: Takes few hours to make it. Need someone to help you. it hurts sometimes. you may lose some hair in the process.
read more details in this post: http://dreadlocksjourneyblog.blogspot.com/2014/02/dreadlocks-journey-backcombing-method.html

3-TWIST AND RIP METHOD:

How to do the twist and rip method: Section your hair in squares (depending on the size you want for your dreads). Split the sectioned part in two, hold each part in one hand, then twist clockwise, change the hands and spread the sectioned part till it get's tight by the root, repeat till you reach ther end of hair. you might do some palmrolling after.

Advantages: You control the size of your dreads. it's almost an all natural method (unless you use wax). your dreads look like real dreads the same day.

Disadvantages: doesn't work well for straight smooth hair. you may lose a little bit hair in the process. may take time doing it and might hurt a little bit aswell. Read more details in this post: http://dreadlocksjourneyblog.blogspot.com/2014/03/dreadlocks-twist-and-rip-method.html

4-DREAD PERMING METHOD:

How to do the perming method: Go to a salon that does it, and pay them to do it.

Advantages: after going out of the salon you will have dreadlocks instantly.

Disadvantages: It's a chemical process. Must be done by proffessionals. It damages the hair so.. don't do it ;) Read more details in this post: http://dreadlocksjourneyblog.blogspot.com/2014/03/dread-perming-method-for-dreadlocks.html

5-WOOL METHOD:

How to do the Wool dread method: Take a wool thing (sweater, hat or gloves) put it on your hair and rub it in circles for few minutes till you feel knots starting to form. You may rip it apart later to separately form your dreads.

Advantages: All natural method, no help needed, no tools (except wool hat).

Disadvantages: It hurts a lot. takes a lot of time till you start to see dreads(you'll have a messy hair or at least a year). May damage a little bit of your hair if you're not carefull.

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Dreadlocks: What you really need to know

Dreadlocks: What you really need to know

I have found something very interesting on wikipedia, but it was too long, I brought you only the most important things, and you can still read everything (link below)

Dreadlocks, also called locks, a ras, dreads, "rasta" or Jata (Hindi), are matted coils of hair. Dreadlocks are usually intentionally formed; because of the variety of different hair textures, various methods are used to encourage the formation of locks such as backcombing. Additionally, leaving long hair to its own devices by not brushing or cutting the hair will encourage it to tangle together as it grows, leading to twisted, matted ropes of hair known as dreadlocks. The latter method is typically referred to as the neglect method. A common misconception is that those who have dreadlocks do not wash their hair, but this is not always the case. Many dreadlock care regimens require the wearer to wash their hair up to twice a week (a normal amount for healthy, clean hair of any style).

Dreadlocks are associated most closely with the Rastafari movement, but people from many ethnic groups in history before them have worn dreadlocks, including many ancient Semitic and Indo-Aryan peoples of the Near East and Asia Minor, Sadhus of Nepal, India and the Sufi Rafaees, the Māori people of New Zealand, the Maasai and the Oromo of East Africa, and the Sufi malangs and fakirs of Pakistan, and medieval Irish Warriors.

Etymology
The word is a compound word combining the words dread and locks that dates to the time of the invasion of native peoples in the West Indies. In the 1960s the intent may have been to evoke the dread aroused in beholders of the hair; "dread" also has a sense of "fear of the Lord" in the Rastafari Movement, which can be partially expressed as alienation from contemporary society.

History
The first known examples of dreadlocks date back to East Africa and some parts of North Africa. Maasai men found in the regions of northern Tanzania and southern Kenya have been wearing dreadlocks for as long as they have survived. There hasn't been official date of the "start" of Maasai dreadlocks, but it is a tradition that has been going on for thousands of years.[citation needed] Even today, Maasai men can be found easily donning their dreadlocks, with a tint of red color from the soil.

In ancient Egypt examples of Egyptians wearing locked hairstyles and wigs have appeared on bas-reliefs, statuary and other artifacts. Mummified remains of ancient Egyptians with locks, as well as locked wigs, have also been recovered from archaeological sites.
The Hindu deity Shiva and his followers were described in the scriptures as wearing "jaTaa", meaning "twisted locks of hair", probably derived from the Dravidian word "Sadai", which means to twist or to wrap. The Greeks, the Pacific Ocean peoples, the Naga people and several ascetic groups within various major religions have at times worn their hair in locks, including the monks of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, the Nazirites of Judaism, Qalandari Sufi's the Sadhus of Hinduism, and the Dervishes of Islam among others. The very earliest Christians also may have worn this hairstyle. Particularly noteworthy are descriptions of James the Just, first Bishop of Jerusalem, who wore them to his ankles.

Pre-Columbian Aztec priests were described in Aztec codices (including the Durán Codex, the Codex Tudela and the Codex Mendoza) as wearing their hair untouched, allowing it to grow long and matted.

In Senegal, the Baye Fall, followers of the Mouride movement, a sect of Islam indigenous to the country which was founded in 1887 by Shaykh Aamadu Bàmba Mbàkke, are famous for growing locks and wearing multi-colored gowns. Cheikh Ibra Fall, founder of the Baye Fall school of the Mouride Brotherhood, popularized the style by adding a mystic touch to it, it's important to note that warriors among fullani, wolof, serer and mandika were also known to have dreadlocks when old and cornrows when young for centuries.

(Source: Wikipedia, read full article here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dreadlocks)

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Dreadlocks Journey: 6 Important questions to ask Before Starting

Dreadlocks Journey: Before Starting your journey

Now before you start your wonderful dreadlocks journey (and yes it will be wonderful I am sure). there are few things you need to know. As in starting any project in life, the first thing you do is collecting information.

Or let's say that there are few questions you need to ask yourself and find the good answers.

1-What does dreadlocks mean?

wikipedia says: "Dreadlocks, also called locks, dreads, or Jata (Hindi), are matted coils of hair." I wrote a full post about what you need to know about dreadlocks here.

2-What is the word "dreadlocks" to me?

is it just a different hairstyle or haircut that you fancy trying? is it just the look of the natty dreads that attracts you? or are you a real dreadhead willing to start a true wonderful dreadlocks journey?

3-Am I able to have dreadlocks with my hair type?

Dreadlocks are for everyone from all races, regardless to your hair type. you don't have to be a black African to have dreads like many people think. But still you have to know everything about your hair, your hair texture, your hair strenght... that will help you a lot in choosing what dreading method to use.

4-Wich dreadlocks method will work best for me?

As I said it depends a lot on your hair type, if your hair is not strong enough, some methods may damage your hair a little bit.
read about all the methods to make dreadlocks in this post:
http://dreadlocksjourneyblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/dreadlocks-journey-five-methods-how-to.html

5-Dreadlocks products??

You can find some here and there. But a personal advice I give you "NO".
 stick to natural stuff, if you want to have beautiful healthy dreadlocks avoid using any non-natural product.

6-Am I patient enough?

It's not gonna be easy, it takes time, so you must be very patient, don't give up. Everytime you feel like you're gonna give up on your dreadlocks journey, think about the result, picture yourself with nice long dreadlocks, browse the net and see other people's dreadlock journeys, it will motivate you.

Peace and Love

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Dreadlocks: Dreadlock Journey starts Now

DREADLOCKS.

If you are here it's because you are looking for some informations related to Dreadlocks, either you have them, or you are planning to start a dreadlock journey, in all ways, Welcome, along with my Dreadlock Journey pictures and videos, I will post on this blog, some informations that I could get throughout my Dread locks Journey, about how to make dreadlocks, how to maintain your dreads.. and stuff like that.

I will help you the best I could, I created this blog because I have noticed throu my dreadlocks journey that most people don't know anything about dreadlocks, rastafari, Jah... Also there are many many stereoypes, the famous one is that many people think that we don't wash our Dreads?? are you serious? o.O I mean come on, how could it even be possible? 

we really need to spread the truth about the whole Dreadlocks issue, we also need to share our experiences, and why not sharing our whole journey.

This is the trailer video of my Dreadlocks Journey youtube Channel

peace and love

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