I love the way you talk about dreads as if they were alive - you say 'grow' a lot, and 'decide to live together' - it's so cute. A great look for you in this video; the headband works well and the colours are all in harmony.
@davethorn64968 жыл бұрын
the women in that salon who dreaded your hair were monsters! i've dreaded dozens of heads including my own and the only time it should hurt is when fixing up dreads that have formed together... if someone has to ask them to stop, they need to sort themselves out!
@donnae97845 жыл бұрын
I believe that she is doing free form dreads so that is why her hair looks like that
@inkpearls33644 жыл бұрын
Mine hurt like HELL!!!!! I could barely make it thru it!!! Worse than my tats and almost as bad as childbirth!
@DabbaHashery3 жыл бұрын
@@inkpearls3364 I had absolutely zero issues with pain. My loctician started my dreads tight enough to swim and not come undone but left a little loose root as to not cause traction alopecia. I'm no professional but I'm sure pain and pulling is a recipe for irreversible hair loss.
@vanessakdavis9520 Жыл бұрын
I did mine and my husbands. Noether of us herat. Mine are more freeform sectioning. And I laid his out by plan. I maintain both of ours
@diminishingerica87338 жыл бұрын
You are right about washing them. Squeaky clean dreadlocks will dread up and mature a LOT faster than dirty, greasy/lubricated ones! I can attest to that first hand!
@davidbilton42337 жыл бұрын
I got told not to wash my hair for a month, been 3 weeks now and I'm gonna wash em after watching this video! Thanks for all the advice 😆
@klarissao93678 жыл бұрын
It made me really sad to hear that you're getting hate for your pronunciation of "back comb" and "crochet." My boyfriend and I love your voice and your accent, and your English is incredible. I've seem some other people comment that your videos are calming, and it's true. Your voice and pronunciations just have a soothing quality that I love. Ignore those jerks! Haters gon' hate.
@lauriemrdjan4 жыл бұрын
Those people making those comments, I will guarantee, they only speak one language. When you speak more than one language your pronunciation will likely be different from a native speaker and with English there are so many different dialects and ways to say the same word. Ignorant people will pick on small things like that.
@rarad.37937 жыл бұрын
wired and stoned, they have good tips and essential oils for dreads and scalp. just discovered them myself as I'm venturing into dreads myself. :)
@StarryEyesShesAlive8 жыл бұрын
Ever since seeing other girls have hair wraps in high school I've thought they were magical and very pretty. I was never confident enough or wanted to do that to my hair at the time so I never did it. But I've been watching so many videos online for quite awhile now about dreads. And today I put two baby dread in my hair. One on each side. Using the twist and rip method, I think it's called. Plan on getting a crochet hook to tighten them and tidy them a bit. I'm excited to wrap them and decorate them. Btw I think your dreads are so beautiful!
@MakalasVedas3 жыл бұрын
I know this video is old, but I just wanted to add something! :) there’s a certain method of creating dreadlocks where tiny rubber bands are used at the scalp to hold parts and portions in place for sectioning. If you use this method, it is really important to remember to cut or take the rubber bands off within the first 24-48 hours so the dreads can naturally form their roots. If they’re left in, the roots can be very thin, or the dreadlocks can eat the rubber bands!
@toxiknao88269 ай бұрын
No dont use rubber bands at all. Just trust the process people of mixed race dont really need rubber bands. Nothing beats patience in my opinion
@monicamcgarrigle95578 жыл бұрын
♥️ I love this! I've had my dreads almost as long and I would give all the same advice 😊 I'd like to add a #9 (for anyone who doesn't have them yet and is still considering) that when your dreads get more mature they are basically like hard little tubes which can sometimes be weird to lay on or arrange comfortably to sleep, I love my locks just the same but it's not something I see these kind of videos ever mention 👍
@mrsc69178 жыл бұрын
Monica McGarrigle I've had dreads about four times (some partial) I always have issues with super loose roots and my scalp goes insane. I want my dreads again but I don't know how to cope with mine
@RamonaLeigh3 жыл бұрын
For 3 months I stopped brushing my hair. Keeping it clean washing with natural shampoo and spraying occasionally with sea salt water then switching it up with essential oils like patchouli etc. My hair started naturally separating by itself so by the 3rd month I was ready to create individual dreads with twist rip back combing and crocheting just around a few locs to prevent congos later on. The next month, I’m gonna neglect my hair just washing and spraying it to keep it healthy. Cheers!!!
@vanessakdavis9520 Жыл бұрын
I think so too. I make soap so I use my own soap bars. But. I wash my hair same as I had before. Like every other day or something. I use a terry cloth wrap and dry. Even a hair dryer closet to the end of my drying time. And roll. N touch them up next day or so. 🤷🏼♀️. I've had mine almost a yr and they are sooo good. I do stay with a sea salt water spray . Scrunch n roll. N air dry. Separation once or twice a day depending on length. Agree with a lot of her suggestions.
@EllesseCheale8 жыл бұрын
Love your mandala tapestry behind you! SO BOHEMIAN
@leonidagabriel3205 жыл бұрын
Ellesse Cheale 💕💕
@tez40666 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this! I had my dreads started a month ago. I was freeforming but wasn't trusting the process so had them crocheted. I have been worried about them since, but this is some great advice. I feel more confident about looking after them now. Thankyou.
@cider14447 жыл бұрын
you're so gorgeous! thank you I've been considering getting one or two dreads in my hair. this was very helpful!
@maggiehernandez68277 жыл бұрын
I'm going to get dreads for the first time on the 23rd!!! I'm nervous but so excited!! Getting a few put in and going to have her walk me through it, then the rest will be up to me. Thanks for all your tips and tricks 😁😙✌
@MoonGloww8 жыл бұрын
I've had all these things told to me! The one I hate most is "you need to use wax!" People need to calm, there are many ways to lock k
@hummerklein49022 жыл бұрын
Your adorable I’m a 73 years young and going to try synthetic dreads in my hair I love them lots . Thanks for sharing
@meemzlynne35237 жыл бұрын
Im starting my new dreadlocks and i love them... Its a journey!!! Thank you for the advice
@TheDharma348 жыл бұрын
I love your accent and the way you pronounce words
@ginahowey10923 жыл бұрын
I so needed this. I overthink a lot and dont know much about dreads. I always wanted them but was scared of opinions. Now I know my worth I'm so excited but I have been freaking out about hair products, washing and things so thankyou so much
@kathleenmackie65504 жыл бұрын
I love washing my hair with my dreads, I have an oily scalp and I know they say my scalp will adjust if I just don't wash it, but I just can't. I love my squeaky clean scalp and I haven't had any negative effects. I do have to pay extra attention to drying and never being tempted to drip dry, but it's so worth it to me.
@BobJoushaSmith6 жыл бұрын
I got mine and it felt like I was getting my heat tattooed but then eventually you will go for retwist and you will get used to it over time
@gypsyfreedom97 жыл бұрын
I just started by dread journey and they are about 2 weeks old now. I have gotten all kinds of comments like "how are you going to wash your hair?" to, "It just looks messy" to the whole clutural appropration issue as well. just remember its a journey and people are gonna make comments, if someone asks why they look loose or someone who has seen them before asks why they look different. You can explain the process and how they lock up. I also learned from a KZbin video you can vigorously rub the root of your dreadlocks when they are dry, this helps the roots lock up, works great if you just washed them. I am in the baby stages, I wash my hair once a week or once every two weeks. I also use a locking spray. And yes try not to worry.
@johnknuckles92505 жыл бұрын
you are so beautiful, youre one of the reasons im getting dreads tomorrow x
@ryznnash84254 жыл бұрын
Oh my... wow... I don’t recall a more serene and pleasant mood than that which I am stoned in atm. you are amazing.
@setphaser5 жыл бұрын
i love the scarf in your head it must be silk it’s so light and beautiful, the background is lovely too. thank you for these helpful tips
@mtebraak12 жыл бұрын
Thats what i think too. I love it.
@madelynb.68078 жыл бұрын
You are so sweet and adorable. I find your voice very calming and sweet so when I do homework I can listen to you. (cause I can't focus on one thing) I love your vlogs and your fashion sense. :)
@TrailerParkPolak6 жыл бұрын
I got mine 10 days ago in a afro shop ..it was painful but I slept fine after..after first wash of them day 7 a lot of my hair showed...today even worse...on my way way for check up/fix now...wish me luck..♡
@The13moonchild133 жыл бұрын
Thankyou. I’m about to get dreads in a few weeks
@tatianaorozco73987 жыл бұрын
This was so nice to hear! I been wanting dreads for a while but I heard that I shouldn't be washing my hair too often with dreads and that freaked me out. My scalp is sensitive when it comes to hygiene and if I don't wash it enough I get itchy and dandruff. Obviously don't want dandruff in dreads
@randawilson69168 жыл бұрын
your flawless in this video
@user-qb8ji4ww4p8 жыл бұрын
you're 💩😬
@ChristiT6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I’ve been so scared to wash my dreads because I’ve been getting them in stages...so right now some are one week old and some are one day old. I couldn’t imagine going two weeks or more without washing my hair. Now I’m not scared to wash them!!! Thanks!!!
@krikon5756 жыл бұрын
My top advice is use "Lock peppa" when palm rolling them, it helps bigtime and doesn't mess with your hair like wax does
@kimokaeo28714 жыл бұрын
I’m about to go on my dreadlock journey been wanting&thinkin about it for a longgggggtime! Preciate da tips& advice it was really insightful & will definitely use your tips. Luv ya dreads. Al💙ha from da lone 💫state 🤙🏽
@michellecarpentera313 жыл бұрын
Where did you get yours done? A salon? What do you suggest?
@puisakura7 жыл бұрын
This is so so so freaking helpful Elise, I really appreciate you making this video.
@toyaschuenke45024 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video! You are spot on with this advice! Ps- your dreads are beautiful!
@marissaroberts99248 жыл бұрын
It just began my dreadlocks yesterday, and I was wondering when I can start decorating them?
@colleenmckernan54267 жыл бұрын
Marissa Roberts 6 months
@ayanvlirick76883 жыл бұрын
I had a hair stylist put a small brass wrap & a few wire wraps when I went in for a tighten been 2 weeks she did a tighten where need ed I am a disabled senior with MS and I choose way for me for many reasons, I choose to continue to look as good as humanly possible with what I have to work with. SIMPLE that is the name of the game and you have to break things down it do able segments. Thank you Elise
@christinebuckley4518 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!!!!! You are the sweetest! I love your videos and your beautiful dreads! I've been doing my research on dreads before I go for it, myself! You have been so helpful! Hugs to you beautiful soul!! ❤😉😎 ~Christine
@taylorfleming48666 жыл бұрын
You are amazing ! Extremely helpful ! I admire you ! Bless you ! Bless you.
@dreadheadtattooartsy6645 жыл бұрын
I left a comment on another video of yours,I thought y said u didn't wash yours. I misunderstood. I knew they looked amazingly clean.luv ur videos
@audreannethivierge98295 жыл бұрын
I’m getting mine tomorrow :D
@lilkidyamixoxo32426 жыл бұрын
Thx 4 the info now ik wht to do when i get mine this saterday 🙌 exited!!
@Hisgirl2227 жыл бұрын
You are so cute! I love your accent and love how you pronounce words. Thank you for the advice. My dreads are a few months old, and I really appreciate the advice.
@aselangami12456 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Its really helping me a lot and your hair is beautiful.
@thatclover1237 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! I have baby locks
@jaydelong24675 жыл бұрын
Thank you dread goddess! I think you're dreads are lovely! I thought you're info was useful and informative. T.y again Jaydel
@coast2coastdogz3702 жыл бұрын
In regards to beads or wraps of yarn on your locks. That should be taken out at every shower and not put back in until the hair is completely dry, and not in the same place 🤙
@fallenangel726able7 жыл бұрын
You R Beautiful! Love your eye makeup! If you don't mind me asking...What is the name of your eye liner? I have been having trouble finding one that doesn't smear all over the place throughout the day. Thank you in advance. Love your videos.
@SelfPoisonBand2 жыл бұрын
How did you tie your hair like that? And what inspired tour bangs pattern?
@linelladevlin770129 күн бұрын
Is the not so dready top part of your hair a choice or are they in the process of locking? Ty for this vlog
@jackiewilliams21782 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your advice 🙏 😊
@bethmillican952 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video.. iv had mine a day now and I have also got to the messy stage. I’m worried that when I wet them in the shower for the first time my hair will go back to normal and il lose the locks😢
@elizabethstrathman94266 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@monty_sultana2 жыл бұрын
I got dreads on sunday it dont hurt
@zackfrm3302 жыл бұрын
lmfao fuck yea bro
@BreeAnnaPike6 жыл бұрын
I make my dreadlocks with palm rolling. I cant figure out the interlocking hook But palm rolling works amazingly!!!!
@nicnac19988 жыл бұрын
What natural shampoo do you use?
@rachelcarrion5747 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I love your video. How do you sleep with them, is it necessary to tie them up in a silk scarf?
@MARYANNE2694 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very helpful.. Im fungi g out as much as I can.. those 8 tips Wer very good advice X 👌
@Leighton_Trew7 жыл бұрын
Don't worry about your pronunciation, you can just call it a back comb, it's a verb and a noun! You are adorable xx
@swissdreadhead23918 жыл бұрын
i do my dreads by my self - all fine, but what do you make with the roots?
@ewanjones63312 жыл бұрын
Getting my dreads done in 5 days
@taniamichellemurphy25882 жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine for nearly two weeks and my head was never painful… I don’t think it’s nessessary to start them so tight that it hurts … some were a bit painful as they were being crochet …
@Zijwh8 жыл бұрын
I love your deadlock videos! :D I was wondering tho, what do you use as background? I adore it! :D
@mnshorten8 жыл бұрын
Very helpful information! Thank you for sharing! :)
@nuriam15078 жыл бұрын
Hi beautiful Elise! I had my dreads done some DAYS ago, and I happen to be experiencing exactly what you did: it hurts, it´s very itchy, I have washed them twice already (although I have been told not to do it),but I have a question: when will they start to soften? they are really hard, it actually feels like rope .-) HELP!! (I really found your advice very helpful for me, thanks!).
@nuriam15078 жыл бұрын
That´s great to know! Thanks :-)
@duende8973 жыл бұрын
Love yours locs..
@juliegervais82782 жыл бұрын
I was told you need to put castro oil in them? I'm vegan so that won't work for me. Still no dreads yet... but seriously thinking 🤔 Oil in the hair? True or false?
@zackfrm3302 жыл бұрын
yo love from akron ohio goodyear heights area, im 21 and me and my twin are growing our hair out for dreads right now lol! but yea u only want essential oils and put them into distilled water to make a spray (rosemary, lavender, peppermint, tea tree etc.) and like 4 to 6 drops each is what ive heard :D kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIPPYomap6mcb9U
@FluXxxie7 жыл бұрын
the bottom half of her dreads are very well done, but the top part looks like it's not dreaded at all. anyone knows why? is this what's naturally happens when dreads grow?
@EliseBuch7 жыл бұрын
+Loser it looks like it, but it's just because I've brushed out 12 of my front dreadlocks. The rest of them are dreaded from the roots and all the way out 😊
@angelageier46816 жыл бұрын
I back comb every month and then always keep a needle on me. I do constant maintenance and take care of fuzzies.
@lucyshepherd73967 жыл бұрын
hey your dreads are awesome btw don't let anyone tell u different. I just had my dreads done a week ago I was wandering when I can start tidyin them with a crochet hook or shall I just leave them for a bit longer as some strands of hair have come out?
@flamingflower35847 жыл бұрын
Lucy Shepherd Wait a bit for your hair grow out then tidy them
@crisparadis80228 жыл бұрын
I really like this background music it makes me happy. Does anybody know what it is?
@raynedrop7l4078 жыл бұрын
Hello! I see that you have had dreads for a while and they are quite long. But then you have also had extensions. My hair is wavy and mid-back long, yet i have loops galore even after i do maintenance after my showers. Do you have any advice for that or did you not get any due to your extensions?
@evebernard8 жыл бұрын
+Lluvia Ramos I am in the process of new dreads. I have SO MANY LOOPS! I have been doing maintenance with back combing and the super tiny crochet hooks to tighten and work the loops in. Before doing that I would I hold the base of the dread near the scalp and pull the bottom, it will work some of the loops in, follow with palm roll. Now that they are a month and a half that technique is not working as well, but still helps. I will say even with the crochet technique you will still get some loops. All part of the process. :) Best of luck on your baby dreads!
@maryrainbolt-young5918 жыл бұрын
I just love listening to you. Every one of you're videos are flawless. Even when you lose count of your hairdo's lol 💩👍🏻😂😉
@maryrainbolt-young5918 жыл бұрын
Damn, *your...
@skyyleigh23647 жыл бұрын
thinkin about getting dreads, just a bit scared about school. just need to find someone who can help me.
@alaasaber47038 жыл бұрын
she is so hippie 😍
@melaninwarrior64207 жыл бұрын
Great help for me,thank u very much.
@rebeccawoolrich35257 жыл бұрын
hi, how early on can i add beads, or cuffs etc to my new dreadlocks? will a cuff put on not to tight be ok? Im eager to decorate them a little. Ok they only a day old, i can wait a bit, as im still palm rolling them but i really want to attach things.
@MiguelAl29376 жыл бұрын
I love your accent!! I think your SO cute!! ♡
@cypressmoon50907 жыл бұрын
Thank you this video was very helpful. 😁
@georgiamcbride86516 жыл бұрын
i have had my dread for about a month and i can’t get them to look really neat how do you keep them all together and not look “hairy” ???
@ayanvlirick76883 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree & loose? How to tighten
@laurennicole51287 жыл бұрын
I created a dread in my hair and did it super tight to my scalp. (Basically as tight as I could do it) I used the twist and rip method and then I slept and took a shower the next morning and the whole top half knots moved down and so the bottom half is dreaded and the top half isn't at all and I don't know what to do.
@77seconds778 жыл бұрын
I have a ton of loose hair. I've had dreads about 8 weeks now and I'm not sure if I should just let them be for awhile and let them knot naturally or if I should be redreading all the time?
@ambercalhounmusic8 жыл бұрын
they will make their way into the dread eventually or you can get a crochet hook or go somewhere to crochet them in.
@ambercalhounmusic8 жыл бұрын
i like natural looking dreads. not too messy but not tight. i leave mine be
@77seconds778 жыл бұрын
amber leigh: even the long hairs will eventually knot themselves inside the dreads?
@eva-pl9vx8 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Could you please tell me where did you get your background? I'm in love with it. You're so cute btw
@lucashilton33645 жыл бұрын
A beautiful dreadhead 😶😍
@courtneylynn85687 жыл бұрын
I got mine done in a salon 2 days ago and they don't hurt, she didn't do them very tight and some are falling apart/splitting. They were back combed and she also used SOOO MUCH WAX :/ I'm confused and worried, help?
@Manifestwit5 жыл бұрын
She did them wrong, my mom did that to me the first time i got my done. We had to brush them out, took us about 6 hours. They arent suppose to have hair falll out like a ton. :(
@charleyturner76545 жыл бұрын
are there any natural shampoos that you’d recommend for dreadlocks and are there any specific products or ingredients to avoid/look out for
@judasthesaint89995 жыл бұрын
it helped me a lot, thank you
@hollysoakell85498 жыл бұрын
The title should be '8 Pieces of Advice for New Dreadlocks' instead, but great video x
@ellinlouisemillersnoxell71707 жыл бұрын
Holly Soakell it's called that isn't it?
@sidneyvistro52266 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips
@eleanaangelin86387 жыл бұрын
Havde aldrig troet du var dansk, hvis ikke det var fordi jeg læste din tekst! Haha .. Tusinde tak for denne video 💙
@mildredmoglinson65968 жыл бұрын
hi I wondered what you know about dying dreads. my hairdresser has never done it before and is quote "dreading it" (which totally had me in stitches when she said it!) my hair is already dyed, so it's just the roots, any suggestions?
@lauriemrdjan4 жыл бұрын
I colored mine myself, have been coloring my own hair for years, and I had them professionally colored once. Its no big deal. Start at the bottom and work your way up as you don't want your roots/virgin hair to get too light. Got around the loc and remeber that they are 3D then paint the roots. Good luck!
@fossa62168 жыл бұрын
What method did you use ??? can you show a good crochet method plz plz plz . I love your videos they are so beautiful
@sierrascott20448 жыл бұрын
She back combs and I'm pretty sure she doesn't crochet them because of the damage it causes
@MrLeftyFlight6 жыл бұрын
I love your accent ❤️ haters gonna hate
@alex-jj2fk8 жыл бұрын
i made myself 7 dreadlocks but i thinks its better to get them done... they are SO loose... :(
@MoonGloww8 жыл бұрын
That's normal! They will tighten up. No worries... All 55 of mine are home made
@alex-jj2fk8 жыл бұрын
+Moon Glow that motivated me to go on doing them myself :D thank you!
@MoonGloww8 жыл бұрын
+alex you can look at my early dread videos and see for yourself if you want. Mine weren't always pretty lol. I'm glad to help!!
@jennybean1818 жыл бұрын
+alex I'm letting mine naturally lock together, I have about 12 that have formed now.. the first few that formed are nice and tight now, but the others are still a bit loose! it all takes time :)
@alex-jj2fk8 жыл бұрын
its hard to wait that long but i'll have patience! thank you!
@beckychaney84348 жыл бұрын
tysm yes
@ajcochon8 жыл бұрын
You're Beautiful❤
@dallasof20096 жыл бұрын
How do you maintain your roots?
@domiassleto31658 жыл бұрын
I don't know if know about this, but i'm going to dye my blonde dreadlocks with henna and I'm really interested in your opinion, do you think it would be dangerous for my dreads?
@xburningindigo8 жыл бұрын
No. Just make sure it is washed out COMPLETELY. Water should run clear. -someone with dreads and someone who has dyed their hair with henna.
@domiassleto31658 жыл бұрын
+xburningindigo Thanks :) One thing... a part of my hair is synthetic can I dye it?
@xburningindigo8 жыл бұрын
I have no experience with that, but i'm assuming that it will be affected by the henna. It could possibly end up holding less or more color than your natural hair.
@mattcouch78365 жыл бұрын
Can you use a hemp shampoo?
@angiekolwyck94554 жыл бұрын
I have dreaded my hair 3 weeks ago and put in a few extension dreads and I keep thinking I did it wrong ... and Is it ok that they r soft at first ??
@lauriemrdjan4 жыл бұрын
New dreads are always soft. They will harden as they loc up. They will also shrink when that happens, that will be your clue that they are maturing.