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!”

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.

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.

I have recently started to notice visible amounts of build up (ew) in my locs, stemming from the very beginning when I used to retwist my hair with dread wax. Oh, how I regret using product in my hair. I guess I learned the hard way. Now, given that some of the build up is visible, should I let my locs grow out and cut/trim down the locs with the build-up? Or, perhaps doing some sort of master cleanse to my locs once a month could enable the build-up to wash out of my hair? However, the latter my be more damaging, given that apple cidar vinegar rinse can dry out your hair immensely. Only time will tell I guess….

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They’re slightly spendy (at up to $15 per cap), but well worth the investment for something that lasts so long.

Do any of you use alternative brands or methods to keep your hair dry when showering?

When I was first considering locking my hair, I figured that I had the “ideal” hair type that would lock easy and faster, but I think I might have been mistaken. Having a 4 b/c hair type ( thick, very curly, and kinky), I thought my hair would lock fairly quickly. However, through my dread journey I’ve come to realize that when it comes to locking hair, it really depends on the individual on how fast or slow  their hair may lock.  Everything  should be taken into consideration, for example, how often the individual touches their hair, washes their hair, how healthy they eat, how much they retwist, whether they free-form, how much products they use; may all be determining factors on how rapid they may lock.

We each possess our own unique journey once we start our dreads, and although some of our experiences may be the same and alot of them will differ.

Have your expectations changed since you’ve started your dread journey?

Hello there! Yes, I’ve heard that interlocking can thin dreads, but I think that’s mostly due from either doing it to frequently or incorrectly. I do not do it often, and still want to try out it for a few more months. If I notice my hair thinning, I will stop immediately. Thanks for the advice!

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being able to wash your hair when you feel like it.

Hey there! Well the most important thing when it comes to using  anything on your dreadlocks is to remember that build up is your #1 enemy lol. Using alot of product on your hair can essentially create build up in your locs, which becomes very difficult to wash out. Stay away from waxes! In the beginning stages of my dread journey I used wax and gel to retwist my locs. However, I realized that build up was apparent in a few of my locs. I eventually stopped using heavy products in my hair. To moisturize I do a daily spritz of water from a spray bottle, and add a bit of almond oil and avocado oil. If you are experiencing itchiness you can add a few drops of tea tree oil mixed with water and spritz your hair. However, tea tree is very concentrated, so only add a very small amount to avoid rashes to the skin/scalp.  Make sure you tie your hair down with a satin or silk scarf, or try sleeping with a silk pillowcase on your pillow. Avoid cotton scarves/pillowcases, for they suck moisture out of your hair. If you do wish to use product in your hair, make sure they contain 100% natural ingredients, or very close to 100% natural.

Goodluck!

mylildreads~

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I’m actually experiencing the same dryness as well. I suffer from a very dry scalp, and it’s hard trying to avoid products that create build up in your hair, that somewhat relieve the dryness. Dry hair is also the effect of winter/cold weather. I usually follow a routine, trying to involve solely natural ingredients in order to prevent further damage. I use a spray bottle of water half way, mixed in with almond oil, and a bit of avocado oil (just a teaspoon of each or so). I found that this has helped my hair quite a lot. Whenever I feel like my hair is feeling dry I just use some of the spritz on my locs. Also, tying my hair down at night with a satin scarf, aids in keeping moisture in my hair. A cotton scarf or pillow case actually dry the hair even further. So, covering your hair is a good idea. When it comes to washing your hair, try using a shampoo that is natural, instead of the generic shampoo brands, those tend to dry out you hair as well.

Mylildreads~