Hello! Yeah, using beeswax is a big no no, it creates so much build up in your locs. I had a problem with finding products to use in my hair to retwist. Even now I still debate on which products to use on my hair. Now that I switched to latching my locks I don’t have to retwist. What I can say is that staying to products that have natural ingredients in them should have decrease the amount of build up in your locks. I’ve heard of people using Aloe Vera gel to twist their locks. I have used it myself a couple of times and it does the job pretty well. If you have just gotten your locks done, perhaps you might consider redoing them if you can’t get the beeswax out. But for now, I would recommend looking into aloe vera gel, or more gels with natural ingredients you can use in your hair.

Example: “Wow, I love your dreads, it’s good that you actually keep them clean!”

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1. How old are your dreads? 3 days old

2. How many dreadlocks do you have? 102

3. How long are they? starting to sprout down to my neck

4. Why did you decide to get them? I decided to get my dread locks BACK , because I want to show my daughter what being beautiful is all about, Its not about make up and dressing up showing off your body, you can be all naturally beautiful! 

5. How did everyone respond to them? Negatively? Positively? Ive gotten good and bad, but mostly good compliments, I have even encouraged others to go natural and get locks

6. What do you LOVE  about your dreads? I love how versatile they are, how much strength and wisedom you gain from having them. They are just simply beautiful

7. What do you dislike about them?

8. What are some of your pet peeves that come with having dreads? I hate when they are all cleaned up because I love thick dreads, that have been through alot. I hate when people use dreads as a fashion statement also. 

9. Have you ever dyed them? Do you want to? If so, what colour? Not yet, but i definitely want to, and will later on 

10. Do you do any daily maintenance to your dreads? What are the steps included? I dont right now because they are fragile and I just started my journey but I do tye a satin scarf around them sometimes and use oils to help keep them moisturized.

11. What dreadlock products do you stand by and why? Rasta Lock and Twist, and Black soap, I try to use all natural products because its just betteer! 

12. Which products do you regret trying? Wax…I): 

13. What method did you use to start your locks? Comb coils

14. How much did it cost to get them done? $65.00 

15. What compliments have you ever received about your dreads? They are pretty and growing overnight! 

16. Have you Influenced anyone to start their own dread journey? Yes i have, lots of people

17. Are you happy with how your dreadlocks look? Yes, I love my dreads

18. What would you change about your locks if you could go back in time? I would have never taken the down the first time, but im glad im starting over for good this time.

19. How do you normally style/wear your dreads? Mostly down or in a curly cue style until its long enough for other sthyles

20. How do you envision you and your dreads 5 years from now? Will you still even have them? Yes, And im hoping they will be down my back and beautiful

I believe I received a message asking if interlocking thins your locs, however that message has gone missing from my inbox. To answer your question, over interlocking your locs will create thinning, much like over retwisting. Too much of any method can be hazardous for your locs. However, if done moderately and correctly, interlocking will not thin your locs. If you do notice thinning, it will be best to immediately stop the method that you are currently using, and give your hair sometime to rest.

How did you deal with this awkward situation?

Whenever I see people longer and more mature dreads, I always feel a tad envious. I constantly think to myself, “when will my dreads reach this length?”.  I know my locks will reach that length eventually, but it’s still hard not to feel a bit jealous.

girlwiththeraccooneyes answered your question: What Inspired or Convinced you to get Dreadlocks?

i just always thought they were so beautiful! finally had enough commitment to just go for it :)

I realized my love for them kinda late, I would have never thought that I would have gotten dreadlocks, I am so glad that I did.

rastagaljamaican answered your question: What Inspired or Convinced you to get Dreadlocks?

When I realized that perming my hair would just end up a bad decision sooner or later. Back to my roots.

Straightening your hair is  very damaging. Glad you went natural!