How To Make Dreadlocks - Twist & Rip Method!

How to make dreadlocks / How to start dreadlocks using the 'Twist and Rip' method.
T&R Information: • TWIST & RIP DREADLOCKS...
Twist and rip, rip and twist, twist and pull, twist and tear... it goes by many names and despite the name, there is no ripping or tearing in involved (thankfully). Twist and rip (or T&R) is becoming one of the most popular methods for starting dreadlocks. It's low on cost, low on difficulty and low on damage to the hair.
You will need:
Hands
Clean, unconditioned hair.
Sectioning & Thickness: • DREADLOCKS SECTIONING ...
Salon Vs DIY: • Salon Vs Homemade Drea...
Sectioned Vs Unsectioned: • SECTIONED VS UNSECTION...
Required Hair Length: • Hair Length For Dreadl...
Considering Dreadlocks: • Considering Starting D...
Preparing for Dreadlocks: • Prepare For Starting D...
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[@idkkimberlyanne]

I've been over thinking dreads for a long time. A lot of videos you see talk about how the roots need to be super tight, the ends should be tight, etc. I unfortunately brushed out my first set of dreads for fear of them 'not being right'. Thank you for your videos, they're very informative.

[@LazyDreads]

They tighten over time :) they're no instant thing. The best thing to do is just not worry and let them do their thing. Hair knots whether you want it to or not... which is annoying for people with regular long hair - great for dreadheads :)

[@idkkimberlyanne]

Thank you, sir, I look forward to starting them again!

[@markhaley100]

Myself back in 1990 I braided my hair and back combed it then got a hard block of bees wax and worked real well I just had a problem when my hair grew at the root i found it hard to dread up, back in those days no white dude would have there dreaded but glad people caught on cos it looks Kool, Peace out

[@panfriedgoblins]

Marko Haley damn what a bop

[@brotherxela5085]

White dudes have had dreds from the begining of time my friend

[@jacobinfante375]

Mark Haley wax isn’t meant for dreads cuz you can’t wash wax out

[@coolkapri]

@@jacobinfante375 you can its just need to shampoo your hair without water and massage the waxed area, then rinse

[@thomasanguita6568]

0:58 I thought it was a bag of meth

[@Federik.]

same

[@LilSenyo]

Thomas Anguita haha same I thought coke

[@camrentavares6468]

Thomas Anguita i had to pause and replay just to hear him say they were rubber bands lol

[@dakota69355]

Thomas Anguita same

[@blakegere9747]

same dude

[@SWWyant]

omg thats awesome. thank you so much. im caucasian spaniard and i ve been wanting dreads for a few years. Ive lived mostly with a shaved head but ive been looking for a change up and after a years research, youve simplified it in literally only a few minutes. Kick ass man

[@Bishwheremawafflefries]

I find a really good way to start dreads is to braid the hair at the roots then twist and rip and backcomb abit. It worked for me.

[@jessiejackson1712]

Man!! I've been doing the same but mine ended up getting really loose and I thought I did it wrong I haven't tried back combing though

[@LazyDreads]

Simple and effective method of starting #dreadlocks yourself.

[@littleisaacr]

can u dreadlock my hair call me 408 4693858

[@allexojeda91]

+fix team710 haha i stay in tha 408 too

[@LJTEDDIB34R]

Lazy Dreads who is this woman?

[@ShellBellzIncTV]

Lazy Dreads new subbie

[@fionamatalla264]

Lazy Dreads and how do I remove them if I don't like them anymore?

[@dianalundjrgensen6601]

I just want to say thanks for all your great videos. I have learned so many new things about dreadlocks. On Tuesday I get my hair divided into sections by a hairdresser and then I'll go myself in the process of making dreadlocks throughout my long hair. Thanks to you I will not commit any silly mistakes as others try to lure me into. You do it all so simple and I am looking forward to get dreadlocks for the first time in my 41 years old life. Thank you from Denmark

[@kriss12loverap]

Norsk?

[@theacecilie1728]

Diana Lund Jørgensen hahahah jeg er også fra Danmark

[@xanman6717]

Diana Lund Jørgensen I hope they didn't charge you to section off you're hair that would be ridiculous now if they section and dread it then ya it's reasonable to pay

[@stephenweisser7357]

deiced to make a single T&R dread to go under the rest of my hair. found this very informative and reassuring. THANK YOU

[@theasian98]

I am so glad I found this channel. My boyfriend wants dreadlocks and asked if I could do it lol. (big sigh) Wish me luck!!

[@prezdevil5519]

Amanda L. This maybe late but did you accomplish this?

[@morenofinessin2951]

prz gurung no😂

[@unky5724]

Might be a little bit late bit how did it go

[@fyecofi]

Amanda might be late but how did it go

[@shttnmoney9434]

Might be a little late but how did i go?

[@LazyDreads]

[@privatejoker6940]

@@MyKrazyKK legend say u wont respond

[@alishajade9196]

I have really been considering creating a few dreadlocks myself, your videos are so much help!

[@JodBless]

Yesss I use this method for the ends of my braids! I don't want to use a shitton of tiny rubber bands so I lock the ends of my braids with the twist & rip, works perfectly :)

[@Daron_static]

I love your videos! I've been watching them for about a year now. I'm gonna be 18 in November of next year and hopefully I'll be sharing an apartment with my best friend (I know it sounds childish) and I'll finally be able to get dreadlocks. My parents never let me get them, but I am slowly persuading them. So I might actually start my dreadlocks before then. I just want to thank you for posting these videos because they really taught me a lot. :3

[@abigailcosay30]

This seems the easiest and simplest! I like your enthusiasm! My boyfriend wants ME to do his hair and he doesn't want giant dreads as well. Thanks!

[@MysticPrairie]

I have been watching KZbin video's on dreads forever now, finally found you! Someone I enjoy watching :)

[@empathbeauty9403]

Yeyyyy finally i found the right video!!! Have not comb my hair in about 2 weeks my hair already has seccions sibce i have losse hair i tryed 2 parts AND IT WORKED!!!! THANK YOU!!!!

[@GravensMetalVaultYT]

By watching ur videos, ur not telling me anything I don't know lol. Ur videos have given me a ton of confidence :). Even my co workers have noticed them getting shorter and thicker and think they r looking really good and a lot better. At first they called me weird, but now they think the dreads look cool lol.

[@GravensMetalVaultYT]

Talk about a throw back. I remember a few yrs ago when I decided to do my dreads and did MASSIVE research and found ur channel on KZbin and decided twist and rip was how I wanted to go. However I twisted tighter and ripped harder to the point to where after I was finished with one section, my scalp was indeed very tender. Took me about 2.5 weeks to do it all. I did every part of the process on my own. I'm finiky when it comes to my hair. I can only be mad at myself if I don't do it correctly.

[@ancientgypsy3014]

I appreciate how you go the extra mile to inform and cover all bases. Thank you.

[@keepinganonymous5772]

First little baby dreadlock complete :) quite a few more to go... And then to watch them grow. Thanks for all the information dude!

[@sarahwilliams1949]

Wow i am so happy to come across you...im starting my dread journey with rip and twirl method now and you have helped me so much!!! Your videos are so clear and easy to understand.

[@wastelandgodgaming7618]

That's slot more gentle than I thought it was gonna be

[@LJTEDDIB34R]

I've had my dreadlocks for 30 days and I've been washing them weekly when should I start washing them every 3 days?

[@drowsingdaisy6640]

I've been using this method but using the flea comb just to push the knots up tighter every inch or so. I stick it into the mat where it feels too loose and push the knots upward toward the good knotted matted area. I hope i don't regret that. Also I notice you're leaving like 2 inches of space or more at the top. Do I need that much room? I've got about that much room but I've put a rubber band at the top where it felt too loose. Bad idea? It's close to my skull but not squeezed tight against it- maybe a centimeter ish of room between band and skull

[@mollysternhell]

WOOOOOOOOOOO!!! yesss!! this worked soooo well for me!! thanks heaps!!! your dreds are awesome!!!

[@santioro1663]

After you twist and rip what about the the section of the hair closes to the root? How do you get that to dread since it dosent dread all the way to the root??

[@thunderstormparkour2102]

Also would like to know this!!

[@kellidawn8288]

Twist them to tighten the locks up. Twist and leave them twisted for a few days if you have a bunch use one of your locks to keep them pulled back after you twist them.

[@brittanywells2707]

He states in the video you can twist it closer to the root if you’d like to.

[@TheLMMCProgram]

Its not supposed to be

[@jacobinfante375]

Patrick Dominguez as it grows it’ll lock up

[@madisonbrooke5710]

I used the twist and rip method and backcombing together & mine came out really good.

[@GravensMetalVaultYT]

I'll be posting a pic soon to the Facebook page (and emailing one for an entry for dreads of the day). The only ones that look braided are a few in the back. Just washed my dreads last night and they r full of loops and lumps and bumps, and more defined...they look really good at just 4 mos.

[@LazyDreads]

At 4 months you've got nothing to worry about :) They've held up fine and now it's just a waiting game :)

[@LazyDreads]

How To Make Dreadlocks - Twist And Rip Method

[@harleysalt9440]

Ive done this before but I back combed every now and then as I went along and it made the dread form fast and hold its shape better

[@meaganroberts7191]

I just used the twist and rip to dread my hair this past Thursday. I haven't been able to find a lot of information for maintaining it though. Am I supposed to do anything besides wash it?

[@lawrenlove9109]

Could you make a video on how to twist and rip on short hair

[@sinkincones8130]

Lawren Love grow it

[@zaidayeeyedee7591]

@@sinkincones8130 boiii

[@sinkincones8130]

Zaid aye eye dee it true do

[@sn08.026]

@@sinkincones8130 he probably has. Its been 6 years

[@demimimimi]

Steven Naylor LMFAO

[@jessiejackson1712]

Man I dreaded my hair with this method. Loved them. But they started getting really loose 👀 at the base so I just started taking them out to redo them because I thought I did it wrong ! So... its normal for them to get loose ?

[@littlerooster99]

1 dislike they must have had no hands lol

[@CagBurns]

..then how would they dislike it?

[@littlerooster99]

pen in mouth lol

[@madelinebridges9882]

*dislikes with nose*

[@xanman6717]

littlerooster99 💀🤣

[@iler859]

@@madelinebridges9882 I sometimes pause a video with my nose whilst holding my phone with two hands or when I am holding a cup or similar. I found this random comment would fit here thank you

[@TheSanityEmporium]

Thanks dude, really nice clear and informative video. Finally I feel I understand fully, rather than a general understanding ;)

[@jenniferfielding5542]

Thank you! Unbelievably overdone by so many others! Just straight forward good info :)

[@pouuutin3]

HANDS! But indeed they need to work.. haha :P I did my dreadlocks solo and my thumbs were a little gimp for a couple of days after.

[@Romance4855-x4r]

I did mine myself too. My thumb nail hurt for days. Why the nail specifically, I have no idea. LOL

[@Secretariat1950]

Is it possible to “undread “ your reads at that maturity and length, or will you have to simply cut it all?

[@LJTEDDIB34R]

I got my twist and rip dreadlocks yesterday any tips?

[@ChaseThePinballWizard]

Don't wash em.

[@vilmarodriguez5148]

hi. I am considering starting dreads but am wondering if I do the twist and rip method, how do I maintain (in the initial process as well as when they have matured) the new hair that grows? thanks (:

[@kingcapo1821]

Vilma Rodriguez dont worry about the roots they will lock on their own

[@xanman6717]

king capo what about the tips

[@1ztype343]

I thought this method was bullshit, but wow! Thanks brotha. Now my dreads can form with confidence

[@aericaloveless6729]

Im pretty sure i just love you.. lol your videos are pretty great nd the way you like talk to people haha if ya know what i mean... explaining different things.. im thinking of dreading a few bits of my hair but im not sure just yet. i dont think i want a full head.. maybe just a few different peices.. haha idk..

[@OFSHORE]

how can I make my hair like $carecrow ? From $uicideboy$ !?!?!?

[@C4PTNBALL4RMS]

back comb duh... lol

[@chrisperez4592]

C4PTNBALL4RMS what about lil pump dreads

[@zanearmstrong5545]

Jessy Valles that what im trying to do

[@C4PTNBALL4RMS]

Chris Perez not sure sadly

[@lilschoolboi2896]

freeform dreads

[@anaclaudiaxavier5511]

This was so informative! And I love your vibe. Thanks for the vídeo. Will help me a lot!

[@lmrij6]

I love your videos! I watch them over and over because you're so awesome! ^.^

[@LazyDreads]

Excellent! :D glad you enjoy them!

[@Lintlikr1]

i think loose tips look ok. almost makes the dreads look more natural if they are frayed on the end. im going to have to grow my hair quite a bit before i can start mine

[@fu.yo.pa.4454]

I just tried this, and i had one dread half finished, as it wasn't knotting up anymore. I was trying for about an hour, but the dreaded and fine part was still the same length. I got it out for now (which really did hurt) and i will try again with a friend.

[@goodghoul2277]

I just say its a way of helping your hair dread. :) I do it here and there with different bits. Rubbing them too. But not so much..

[@raulmagallanes4305]

I’m really looking into getting dreads myself but I have semi medium long straight hair, sort of like an emo cut lmfao what method would you recommend? And any tips on sectioning hair on your own? Like how to keep sections separated? Anything would really help, love the dreads bro!

[@premyoga6117]

I am getting ready to put dreads in using this method. My hair is very long and very thick. Should I use thinner sections of hair so that drying the dreads is easier? Also, I have been prepping my hair by going longer between washes with just a regular shampoo bar, should it be ok to go ahead? Thanks! Love your videos :)

[@itsDavidHarvey]

My sons hair isn't that long but I'm going to give it a try. Thanks.

[@bodylasku]

so i made two dreads with the T&R method,and it was quite good. I mean i tried the backcomb method but the knots where not that strong and weak.With the T&R method there where strong and it didn't shrink my hair at all.Well okay i know that it needs more time for the dreads to tighten and shrink.So i'd say the T&R method work quite good.Should I keep using this method or should i use the Backcomb method?

[@AnnaBurdal]

@junginj this dread is still in my hair and is tightening up nicely. I prefer dreads not to be started off as tight, since my scalp is aldready sore from the dreading.

[@ericdabest1742]

I have mixed African hair so this isn’t going to be an option for me. I just like watching this guy cuz he seems cool

[@Roots_and_Harmony]

I have spoken with people who had dreads made with this method and they ended up loosing around 70% of the hair lenght. Would like to hear your insights about that? :)

[@onlinewritingcourse]

problem here with locks. I ripped and twisted locks a little bigger than the ones in your video. 5 months later my locks feel stiff when dry, and don't lay down. they sit up in the air. the parts were done square by a licensed professional. why isn't my hair laying down and sitting outward? I don't palm roll, could that be the reason. my hair also looks like thick ropes, not a single thick Strand of hair like one of your locks do. what can I do to get them lay down and fall like yours. they do when wet but when dry they don't. could it be there is still gel in your hair from 3 months ago though it was washed thoroughly several twice til none came out. thank u for all your help

[@carol1swag]

I feel this guy is legitimate

[@motherofbones]

you made me instantly happy because I have the same Ghost shirt! from their show in Calgary ahhh

[@LazyDreads]

Madeline Jean Shirt buddies! ^^

[@chrisnock728]

Ur video was a god send nice and clear instructions thx 4 takin the time to make this video. Will my locks be alright under a wool hat? Scared ov them comin inraveled while at work lol

[@karliraaga9178]

I have had twist and rip dreads for a month now, but for now I have just hair between dreads, what should I do?

[@yesman3854]

Your accent is calming

[@zdgzgcgxc]

I just started my dreadlock journey please help me I watched your videos but how do I wash them and how often I want to use as less product as possible because I don't want them to get gross...please help!!!

[@hamwalletable]

Hey lazydreads, could you do a video on how to do the sectioning as I struggle with this part. Thank you plez

[@LazyDreads]

I section a layer, make the dreads and then section the next layer, make the dreads. I couldn't show how to do it unless I was creating a whole head of dreadlocks. If at some point I do have to section a whole head of dreadlocks, I'll show it, but it's unlikely to happen anytime soon.

[@MonoxideChild1992]

I have had both twist and rip method and the back comb done. The end result is the same but the twist and rip method locked up way faster

[@davybrazell5895]

I started one of my dreads today to see really how it's gonna go. No rubber bands tho

[@FuturesTraderMorales]

Yeah man I have really curly hair that is rough textured and jet black in color. What should I do? My hair is long

[@matthewgurule6832]

I started doing this and a lot of hair came out but I do have what looks like a dread but in the middle of it looks like a small gap, is this normal?

[@pumpernickelgang2447]

When I try this method instead of creating knots it just twists around what can I do to fix this?

[@henryjones4735]

so , i am african american lol my hair is nappy to an extent but i have wet it and comb it completely so no knots. any extra advice on my hair per say?

[@mirandaboone6813]

I have been thinking about it but will they fall out sometimes I only won't to put two in my hair?

[@amberlehayes543]

lovin the ghost tee and dreads

[@jordanduncan8382]

I have a question do hair in the back grows slower the the hair on the top because I feel like its not growing or it is very slowly I need help

[@haydenholdiman6171]

Ok so i just want 1 singular infront of my ear dont ask me why its personal but can i wash this daily my hair is very thick and curley some refer to it as a mop top

[@chrisperez4592]

Should I use this method if I want to get dreads like lil pump

[@kristahayden6177]

Thank you so much for this video! I just made my first dread and I've always wanted them! Exciting! How do you make sure it doesn't come out and how long should you wait to wash it?

[@misstinwhistle1]

I'm curious about dreading grey hair and if it works as easily. Also, is there such a thing as dreading beards?

[@shmud5528]

Im a boy, my hair is about 15 cm long so i dont know if its too short or something but i cant seem to get my tips knotted

[@masonmcgeath6638]

What is the best method in your opinion

[@KyddBurton]

I did this method a little differently. I made sure to create knots but I twisted the hair as it was separated into two strands, grabbing two of different sizes each time. Will my hair still lock?

[@oakadi9745]

Question... You may have answers already somewhere... Should your hair be freshly washed? Or like not washed for awhile? Or does it matter.... 😬

[@lwls4646]

Mine look kinda plaited or twisted but I did the twist and rip method will it still work

[@maryammalek92]

i have coarse curly hair and started freeform dreadlocks almost 4 months ago. but now i'm considering brushing my hair out in some places and choosing another method because my hair keeps clumping together. what do you suggest?

[@Hixor]

I want dreads not too long but I also don't want them to bunch together when they mature plz help

[@darklengend44]

arent you suppose to crotchet hook after you twist and rip to get all those loose hairs in? i dont get how the crotchet hook method is different way to get dreads, shouldnt it be like just the next phase of twist and rip?

[@theiswilborg8579]

mainly i would say twist mothod works best in african hair teksture. i know this method as gather and rip mothod and i have seen it mostly in caucasian hair

[@spookybuzzy]

That helps so much. Considering starting a few dreads but not super sure yet. And I love your band shirts.

[@LazyDreads]

+Broken As I Am Love Always happy to be able to help! :)

[@jamaicanaturekitchen]

How would you twist in new growth

[@slimbean12]

How does your dread loc up to your scalp? Does it eventually loc up at the scalp?

[@arinkay2946]

Once u do this do this does the hair grow like this???????

[@iaintevengonholdyou]

What do you do during the following months

[@insertnamehere4959]

Will this work on coily hair or is there a better method for me?

[@gothicaeterna3248]

Hello :) I recently got started on my dreadlock journey. I started with partial dreads (8 at the nape of my neck and 1 in front by my face) that were started by a friend if mine using a combination of twist and rip and back combing on May 5th. Then about a week ago I started the rest of my head with twist and rip and bit of back combing. I have a few questions an I don't need them answered in one of your Q&A videos but if I could get some answers here that would be much appreciated. 1) My original 10 dreads looked fluffy after using twist and rip but the rest of the dreads that I did recently look almost like braids at some parts. Is this normal and will the braided look eventually go away? 2) My hair locs up pretty fast and my 10 original dreads are pretty tight and mature and the new ones were locing up fast as well but against my better judgment I ended up crocheting several loose sections of hair into the dreads. But I didn't do it the way I've seen or heard you and others describe or demonstrate it. Rather I took long, loose pieces of hair and crocheted them back an forth into a dread all the way down the length of a particular dread down to the loose ends. This fixed the issue of loose hair therefore making my hair more presentable at work but now I'm kicking myself because this has contributed even more to the slightly braided appearance of my dreads. And that appearance is even more prominent because I have caramel and brown highlights in my black hair. My question on this one is whether or not the appearance that has been left by crocheting in these hairs will go away if I stop crocheting in the loose hairs and just maintain my dreads using palm rolling from here on out? 3) And I promise this is the last one. I have a family reunion in a week and I haven't seen my family in two years. I've had issues with some of my family because of my religion and other aspects of who I am and my lifestyle. Because of this, while I want to express who I am (kind of a "this is who I am and I respect who you are so please respect me" kind of attitude) I don't want to show up with frizzy, messy dreads and have to deal with judgment because my dreads are messy. I've heard you and others talk about using aloe like hair gel to tame loose frizzy hairs for an event. My question is will this have any negative impact on my dreads seeing as they're young? Also, we will be swimming in a salt water swimming pool and while I know salt water is good for dreads I'm wondering if I should be concerned about the aloe being more difficult to get out of my dreads if I go swimming with it in my dreads (I would be using pure aloe straight from the plant that I have stored in my fridge, without added dyes or chemicals). Sorry for the long comment with all the questions but some advice would be much appreciated. Love your videos I've been binge watching in my spare time for weeks now.

[@gothicaeterna3248]

Btw, my dreads are technical unsectioned. I went with how my hair naturally wanted to section itself since my hair is naturally a bit curly and sections itself.

[@brandyweightlossjourney9227]

I have did the twist in rip dread but some of me hair looks more of a twist. is that OK?

[@brittaniberky8485]

Hey man, I have sheep like curly hair the becomes a frizzy fro. What would b a good method to use and what is a good hair length to start. My hair is shorter atm and was wandering if they can grow into healthy dreads from it only being shoulder length.

[@tw1tch420]

I did this method (with similar length hair) and all the knots ended up towards the bottom of the hair and straight unknotted hair towards the root, about 4-5 inches of straight hair. Will the straight hair eventually lock up?

[@moussi22]

What happens when the hair starts to grow?

[@moussi22]

***** thx dude

[@iamvanixx]

YvngMarret wym by knots

[@5FOOT6WARRIOR]

LIL LVani it curls up because when you do dread in the beginning you don't need to shampoo it or comb just water so it won't stay straight or soft

[@Jatski_pelaa]

patrik männikkö suomi perkele

[@bamthepunk]

use dread shampoo though so they don't stink

[@cool258ful]

So... Lets say I want the *untangled* again, are they easy to untangled? If so, How? Any tips? -Thanks.

[@michaelt3614]

Do I have to use rubber bands after

[@CrimsonDisarray]

I am using the twist and rip method for mine rather than backcombing. I'm trying to get a thinner dread each time.

[@kieferbradley2860]

Would it be worth it to try this for a day or so or is the damage nit worth it