How to do a Wrapped Single Ender Dreadlock Install - DoctoredLocks.com

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This method will give you the most believable temporary dreadlock style! Learn how to create your dreads directly on your head.
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Steps:
1. Carve off a section of hair.
2. Using Jumbo Braid, create a simple extension braid with the natural hair.
3. After a few turns, split the natural hair and extension hair in two.
4. Combine one of each together and continue braiding.
5. Once the braid is slightly longer than the natural hair, backcomb a small amount of the fiber so that the braid does not unravel.
6. If you are doing a full head, braid the rest of the hair in this manner before moving onto the next step.
7. Use a latch hook to pull extension fiber through the braid at the base.
8. Put the two legs of the fiber together and add a bit of backcombing.
9. Wrap the fiber around the the braid creating a casing.
10. Once past the braid, backcomb all the fiber together so the transition is as smooth as possible.
11. Backcomb the extension fiber to the tips.
12. Starting at the base, twist and use a steam method to seal each dreadlock.
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[@doctoredlocks]

Kanekalon is manufactured to be heat set. The fiber doesn’t melt with steam. To remove them, simply cut below the wrap, unwrap the base then unbraid the hair. Really simple, actually.

[@doctoredlocks]

It really depends on how fast your hair grows. Typically they start looking a little less awesome around the 1.5 to 2 month mark - but as a general rule of thumb - no extensions should stay in longer than 3 months. After 3 months, your natural hair needs some good maintenance - but you can put them right back in after a good brush and wash of the natural hair. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, you can use a flat iron method, but wrap it with a damp towel so you don't scorch the outside of the fiber.

[@doctoredlocks]

It is a kanekalon jumbo braid. Kanekalon is the type of plastic that the hair is made from, Jumbo braid is a bulky texture braiding hair. You can find it on our website at doctoredlocks.

[@TheDayToDayLife]

I never wanted dreads because I I didn't like it but you make me love it!

[@doctoredlocks]

For synthetic dreads it will not matter your natural hair texture. There is a flat iron method, but these would be made before the installation and then attached using a different technique. The time and price will depend on your stylist.

[@doctoredlocks]

The hair used in this tutorial is synthetic kanekalon jumbo braid. This is the type of hair we highly recommend for synthetic dreadlock work. We carry many different brands of this hair, so if you have a particular favorite, call our store at [phone] or use the Live Chat on our website doctoredlocks(dot)com to see if we carry what you'd like to use! =]

[@doctoredlocks]

You would likely need about 7-10 bags for a full head. It’s not sold by length, so you’d have to adjust depending on your needs. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Super easy, actually. Just cut below the wrap, unravel the top part, then unbraid the inside. Slides right out.

[@rizucatudio6804]

Thank you so much!!!! Everyone, if you're looking for affordable hair products and styles, go to Doctored Locks!!!!! I placed an order on Monday and it came the next day! And the staff is so helpful! You can call them about anything and they will be there to assist! Don't miss out! Doctored Locks is the way to go!!!!!!

[@doctoredlocks]

We have another video that shows you how to remove these kinds of dreads on our KZbin channel! Just go to our channel and search for "How to Remove Single Ended Wrapped Synthetic Dreadlocks Tutorial," and you'll find the removal video. Thanks for watching!

[@doctoredlocks]

If you don't own a steamer, you might want to check out another video we have called "How to Cover Your Base Color on a Synthetic Dreadlock Installation Tutorial." It shows a similar process on how to hide your natural hair, but doesn't require any steaming or setting. You can find this video on our KZbin channel under "Playlists" in the Single Ended Synthetic Dreadlock Installation Tutorials playlist. Thanks for watching! :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Thanks! :) Steamers can be purchased at various places. You just want to make sure they have a high wattage and a direct steam nozzle. If the wattage is too low, they wont produce enough steam to push through the center of the dread.

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, there is no reason to cut your hair off when you are done with this style. The natural hair is safely braided inside. I wouldn't say this is the "normal" way to do dreads or extension dreads as there are lots of ways. Check out our tutorial section at our Doctoredlocks web page under Synthetic-Dreadlock-Tutorials - you will find everything you ever wanted to know about amazing looking temporary dreads that won't damage your hair. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

If you go to our KZbin channel and click the "Browse Videos" tab, you'll see a category called "Playlists." Click Playlists, and open the playlist "Synthetic Dreadlock Aftercare and Removal Tutorials." It should be the playlist on the left in the second row. The removal video is the 3rd video in that playlist. :) We would just give you a link, but KZbin won't allow us to do that. Using the playlist will be the fastest and easiest way to find the video. Thanks for watching!

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, definitely. Just cut below the wrap and unbraid them to remove.

[@doctoredlocks]

I actually got mine on ebay years ago. They last for ages! It is a Jiffy J2 with a wig handle attachment. You can usually get the base for around $200 and the attachment for around $50.

[@doctoredlocks]

There are a few other methods you could use for sealing it - look at flat iron sealing of synthetic dreads (in our other tutorials), but steaming is generally the easiest when you are creating dreadlocks on someone.

[@doctoredlocks]

We used kanekalon jumbo braid. The length is 48 inches, but you can make them shorter. In the event that you want them even longer, we do carry an extra long jumbo braid. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, you can shower and wash them like normal. Just be aware that when they are wet, they can be really heavy!

[@doctoredlocks]

Kanekalon jumbo braid. You can find it at doctoredlocks (dot) com

[@doctoredlocks]

This will vary from stylist to stylist. Most dread work is done by the hour, so we suggest calling your local salons for price quotes and how long it will take them to install.

[@doctoredlocks]

Well, there are a few tricks. Its basically just a matter of practice. Grab small sections from the top fold of the bundle, then pull down and away to separate it. Be "flowey" in your motions. Don't worry about tangles at the bottom so much. Just braid a bit and with your free hand finger comb the larger loops out and keep going.

[@doctoredlocks]

The one most professionals use is a Jiffy J2 with a wig steamer attachment. I've heard decent things about the power shark lines - though it looks like you may have to hold the entire water reservoir as you steam and that could get really heavy. I purchased my J2 off of ebay a bajillion years ago. I'd suggest checking there first. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Yeah, a full head looks amazing.

[@000senorita000]

i'm not that crazy abouth the dread,but the girl's hair looks so great!make a video showing how to get your hair done like this please!

[@doctoredlocks]

We do have a real salon. However, we are not taking new clients at this time as we are booked between regular clients and studio time. We do have several salons that we recommend, so if you let us know what area you are in and what service you are looking for we can point you in the right direction. :)

[@kaizonyan]

this is so useful if i ever have clients who wants dreads! love it!

[@doctoredlocks]

We are in Washington state. A bit far. But if you are ever in the area, you should check out our store. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Awww, that is such great feedback! :) Thanks for the love!! *blushes* -Doc

[@doctoredlocks]

Thanks for the love! We love sharing knowledge to help our fantastic viewers and custies, so thank YOU for being awesome and watching and participating! As far as what method to use to install temporary dreads into long hair, you may want to try the blanket stitch method. It's a braid method that will keep your natural hair up higher. We have a video for it called "How to Blanket Stitch for Synthetic Dreadlocks Tutorial," which you can find in our Double Ended Synthetic Dreadlock playlist!

[@doctoredlocks]

You are closest to hairpolice - though I’m not sure what methods they are using these days. They are in MN. If you are heading south, check out Dollylocks in FL. She’s the bomb diggity. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

You are very welcome!

[@emeray]

Washing is easy, and you can do as often as you like. Typically every couple weeks - the more you wash, the more frizzy hairs will be at the base - so do so sparingly. You can keep them in for up to three months, but don't keep them in any longer than that otherwise your natural hair will start to dread.

[@doctoredlocks]

You could use either, but we used Jumbo in this video.

[@doctoredlocks]

Look for a Jiffy J-2 and a wig handle attachment. I found mine nearly a decade ago on ebay for $200 and the handle I had to order straight from Jiffy at $50 a pop!

[@doctoredlocks]

Yay! Thanks for the feedback!

[@doctoredlocks]

You just cut below the natural hair, unwrap the outside casing, then unbraid the hair. I know it looks complicated, but its really easy. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

These ones are intended to look as natural as possible. You can always alter this technique to make them look poofier or add more hair to make them larger. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

It can, but it would be a lot harder. A better bet would be to look up our tutorials for blanket stitch DED installation, and then also one for covering the braid. If you can't find them in our channel, just private message me. KZbin does not allow us to post links in the comments. :(

[@doctoredlocks]

This method is not intended to be for permanent dreads. This is an extension method for use with synthetic hair. If you want to dread natural hair, check out our natural dread videos. :) Please watch "How to Start Naturally Grown Dreadlocks Tutorial" and "How to Wax and Palm Roll Human Hair Dreadlocks Tutorial" on our KZbin channel.

[@MyDecayingWonders]

Gosh just bought some from you guys, gotta say I hate how much they cost. Had to reset my dreadfalls already.

[@doctoredlocks]

You can leave them, but just know that since you are adding about double the hair using the synethics, your hair will look pretty thin at the base. Also, the bits that are braided into the synthetic dreads will be protected and will not dread up. It’s best to dread first, then do extensions over the top. That way they will be locking at the same rate. :) Check out our tutorial on human hair permanent extenders. That may be a better way for you to go.

[@doctoredlocks]

You need kanekalon jumbo braid. You can usually find it at beauty supply shops - just make sure the hair is labelled "kanekalon" or it probably isnt. If you can't find it, we have nearly every color imaginable for sale at doctoredlocks (dot) com. Just search for kanekalon jumbo braid. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

You can try it with a different steamer, but it's important to get a steamer that has a good amount of output. If it’s not strong enough it won’t seal at all and will look poofy instead. :(

[@doctoredlocks]

Check out the blanket stitch braid tutorial for DE Dreads - I think that will suit you best. If you don’t like the look of the braid down the one side, look up the video on how to cover dread bases - both of those can be found on our channel. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Not sure what you mean, but I’d be glad to help. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

7-10 bundles of Kanekalon Jumbo Braid should be good - but if your hair is that long, it might be better to do a DE Dread and Blanket Stitch combo. Look up Blanket Stitch on our channel - and if you want the braid covered, look up covering the base on our channel as well. :) Those may work better for really long hair.

[@doctoredlocks]

I would suggest a different method for a more natural look. Check out the boil seal tutorials. Twisted dreads are meant be smooth with tapered ends.

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, yes and yes - but make sure you test out your method first. I can tell you that in theory it will work, but using a flat iron is difficult to heat the center of your dread enough to create a seal. You may want to crank up the heat and use a damp towel around the dread to force steam into the core. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

You are so welcome. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

It's Kanekalon Jumbo Braid. We sell it at doctoredlocks (dot) com :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Awesome! Glad to help!

[@doctoredlocks]

Lots of practice!

[@doctoredlocks]

You can buy them through our webstore or most other beauty supply stores. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

You can get the same result by using a flat iron sealing method but it will probably take longer. :) I am wearing human hair dread extensions. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Mine are human hair extensions put in with the O-ring and thread method. You can find those videos on our channel. Be sure to subscribe. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

You are welcome! :)

[@doctoredlocks]

My dreads are so fake! Mine are human hair extensions put in with the O-ring and thread method. You can search our channel for those tutorials. :) Your hair will not be hurt in any extension procedure unless they were put in too tightly or with too much weight - and that is easily avoidable.

[@danitasdzine1]

Awesome vid! Man I wish I knew someone who could do this for me or any of my other hair styles, gets so tiring doing it all myself :-)

[@doctoredlocks]

Up to three months. After that you want to do maintenance on your natural hair so it doesn’t actually dread! :)

[@doctoredlocks]

This is one way to do it. There are other methods to install premade single ender dreads.

[@doctoredlocks]

I really like Morrocan Oil.

[@doctoredlocks]

It breaks and frizzes? If you could tell me more I might be able to help sort it out. I'm not sure I understand.

[@emeray]

Yep, this is no more damaging than regular braided extensions.

[@doctoredlocks]

Awww! *blushes* Thanks!

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, that is the downside to this method. You might like the SE Dread with blanket stitch installation, then do a base cover - we have tutorials for both of those on our channel. Let me know if you have trouble finding them. :)

[@sydneyhall7912]

how do you take them out when you want new ones or a different style ?

[@heyvalnicehair]

If you don't have a steamer, could you just spray the hair with water and go back over it with a flatiron?

[@doctoredlocks]

That really depends on the technique. These will add a bit of bulk, but anything that is parted to the scalp tends to make things look … well... scalpy. You may be better off with a DE Dread method. Check out our channel for DE Dread videos. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, but the technique is obviously slightly different so try it on one or two first to get it down. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Typically between 8 and 12, it depends on how long, how fat, and how full they will be when they are finished. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Without hurting your face? lol, what are you doing with your steamer that would hurt your face?!? :P When you want to take them out, you just cut below the wrapped part, unwrap them, then undo the braid. It doesn’t stick to your own hair. They come out really easy, actually. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

What did you buy? Kanekalon jumbo is under $3 per bag. Cheap cheap cheap. :)

[@scaleblade]

That is so awesome! It looks fantastic! How do you get them out though? Do you have to cut the dreads out?

[@doctoredlocks]

Check out our channel and look up human hair dread extensions put in with O-rings and Thread. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Just cut at the end of the braid and unwrap/unbraid and after a good wash, you are back to your normal hair. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Awww, thanks love!

[@doctoredlocks]

Yes, these are one of the most time consuming methods. Good looking though!

[@doctoredlocks]

Such is the life!

[@emeray]

Just don't point the steam directly at their face - that's when it can burn them. Steam is only hot if you are within a few mm of the concentrated direction.

[@doctoredlocks]

You just cut below the wrap, unwrap it, then unbraid it. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Awww, thank you!

[@goldensunshine8909]

How do you take it out ? And doesn't it damage your hair when steaming the Synthetic hair with your own?

[@TheYoungMariah]

So honestly I hate dreds. But this gal makes them look beautiful.

[@doctoredlocks]

You just cut the dreadlock just after the internal braid and unwind the exterior, and unbraid the interior. :)

[@doctoredlocks]

Why thank you! :)

[@tiarein]

is it possible to just leave them,if I'd want the dreads to be permanens and dream my own hair with them.And would the synthetic or woolen hair be ok to use as a permanent extentions,or would it have to be natural human hair? Cheers!

[@MrMellowyellow2011]

how did you make your dreads? the same way? cuz i love yours. I need to look professional for work but i want to get dreads and your looks really nice and clean.

[@doctoredlocks]

I'd imagine the back would be pretty difficult unless you are used to doing complex things on the back of your head. :)

[@hadiahheka]

Does steaming the dreads near the clients face not bother them? How can you steam the dread and not get it so close to their face?

[@SzophiaLeigh]

Where the hell did you get your steamer? That thing is BOSS. I need one, omg.

[@loveerica1986]

This question might have already been asked, but in case I want to do this on my own and I do not own a steamer, how would I do it without one ?

[@chrismaryflores]

I am 4'9/4'10 tall/short my hair is long past my hip its curly I want to have a dread hairstyle but I think I want it temporarily for around few months as doing the natural dread lock looks damaging when I undo the dread.I think this method looks good but the problem is its kinda hard to find long synthetic hair that is twice as long as my natural hair. I wonder if there are other neat method maybe not so neat as long as the dread is there but looks natural and I wonder how long it will last.

[@doctoredlocks]

Do it! Send us pictures!

[@rizucatudio6804]

thanks so much! I just ordered from your site and I'm excited to try this method! oh, and I love your videos and thanks so much for sharing these videos and techniques with everyone! You're awesome doc! Also, just had a quick question. I want to use this method to install temporary dreads. My hair is very long - maybe ~ 4 feet; will this method still work or what do you personally recommend? I'm looking for a temporary dreads but I still want it to look natural and fall from the top of my head.

[@blinkbarbie5342]

What kind of hair should i buy ? im confused on that part ...is it the hair they sell at beauty supply shops that are for braiding

[@DearAshes]

If I install the KANEKALON JUMBO BRAID the way you did it in this video, would it melt to my hair? I have the hair extensions but my hair dresser thinks it will melt to me hair. I want temporary dreadlocks like in this video.

[@ThickyThickums]

How would you remove the wrapped section? I'd like to do this on my own head, and I exchange colors like every 4 to 6 weeks

[@Sarahcucumber]

Can you use something else other than a steamer to seal the dread in? straightener mayb?