Thinning Dreadlocks | 5 Things You Should Do IMMEDIATELY!

[@Lifewithrachelsalvodon]

You just saved me from the chop. My roots are thinning and I stopped maintenance about two months ago.I don’t really know why the thinning is happening and everything I attempted seemed to not work at least fast enough to stop it. I will definitely try braiding my new growth. My stylist even gave up on my hair and suggested I do the chop and then get permanent loc installed but I don’t want to give up on my hair. You’re #Godsent

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yeah, don’t give up yet. Definitely try the braid technique first. It has helped me immensely! Let me know how it works for you 🙂🙏🏾

[@joshuahardy6294]

Most helpful video on loc repair i seen so far he breaks it down all in full detail apperciate you Brodie

[@lamarnicholson1088]

My locs are thinning a little at the root but I have a lot of new growth at the root

[@shyra6026]

You're one of my favorites! I watched all of your videos when I started. Two years in the loc gang and my hair has grown!!!

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thank you and congrats on 2 years and that growth🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@AfrinaLilmissfreens]

It's amazing how much of a change the braid technique made!

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yes ma'am! It really is mind-blowing. I'm so grateful I was paying attention to Yannie when she mentioned that technique :)

[@Loso1800]

How do I do the braiding technique?

[@AtreyuLocs]

How to do the BRAID TECHNIQUE for Hair That Grows Away From Locs (SAVE Your Thinning Locs NOW!) kzbin.infoTGnP6I8aoT8?feature=share

[@gimarionbrooks2563]

You jus made me feel a lot better cus I got a retwist and I got thin locs I was thinking why my roots a lil thin

[@AtreyuLocs]

Happy to help🙂

[@Solid4jones]

Thank you bro for the info!! I was just crying about mine but they good! Thanks for the knowledge!! And yo locs silly can’t wait from mine to get there..

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re welcome. Thanks a lot 🙏🏾✊🏾

[@markus8273]

I have had the worst luck with every single loctician I’ve gone to. Frustrating for sure lol makes me wish I knew how to do my own hair

[@henriettaidoko3989]

Me too. I used to have microlocs but the fact that I can't see the back of my head made three different locticians believe it was okay to start joining several together. Now the front and back of my hair are different sizes

[@aurelialaidley6562]

I am learning what to do. I have fine fluffy hair, my roots are fairly thin while the rest of my locs are somewhat thick. I believe I have the issue your had and I'm glad to find a way to help them. They are growing moderately fast, but I'm concerned for their health and longevity. I see now after 2 videos your on to something! I'll be binge watching this weekend💯😃😄 lol thanks again🥰

[@AtreyuLocs]

Watch today’s video!🙂🙏🏾

[@DaRealTarranceR]

Good video and topic bro u know im back in the loc journey and im now 7 months loc My Recommendation is to go at least two months without a retwist that will give time for your scalp to heal and not add stress also that can help with thickness and less thinning with alot of growth stay loc One Love

[@AtreyuLocs]

Hey DaRealTarranceR! It's nice to hear from you, sir! I'm glad you liked the topic. Thanks for watching the video. Congrats on being 7 months loc'd...again hahahaha...that's so crazy and cool @ the same time. It seems that most people who had locs at one point eventually return to them. Once a loc'er, always a loc'er! Be well, sir!

[@DaRealTarranceR]

@@AtreyuLocs Same to u bro stay safe!!!

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thanks!

[@deelewis5939]

I left my hair alone for a max of 5 months. I spray water on my hair every other day, I use a soft brush. I do interlock because my hair doesn't stay whenever I palm roll.

[@AtreyuLocs]

5 months is definitely quite respectable. Congrats on that milestone. And kudos to you for interlocking. I always have respect for loc'ers who take that route. Thanks for sharing! :)

[@TheGrossDemon]

I thought my locs were thinning, then I felt how much lose hair I had at the back of my head lol. Like my locs are like 4 years old, and there are strands of hair just out that are as long as my hair typically grows lol. I've been trying to shove those back into locs cuz I'll cry if a loc falls out lol

[@AtreyuLocs]

Braid the hair into the loc.

[@kettyndhlovu722]

My hair is thinning out from the roots and am immediately stopping maintenance but what i can do to maintain my scalp and still look clean

[@AtreyuLocs]

Maintenance doesn't include washing your locs. You can still do that to keep your scalp clean. I hope that helps!

[@kettyndhlovu722]

@@AtreyuLocs how do i keep ny scalp clean or maybe i should wash first then i start the routine

[@windex2081]

My hair still grows I just have to stop maintaining for a month in a half and let it grow back ! Thanks

[@AtreyuLocs]

Excellent! And you’re welcome!

[@Lee54.]

Good information. Do these suggestions apply for starter locs?

[@genedahgreatest]

late to this video, new to the channel... I did firstly the braiding method but then purchased a crochet set, pushed the hairs in and can see the progress after 3 months :D. Its mainly a few to the front that been thinning out and perhaps it was due to me constantly twisting and playing with those. However while going through a rough patch in life, I left it for a few months, without twisting and this made it get back it's thickness.

[@AtreyuLocs]

I responded to your comment in today’s video that will post in 5 minutes🙏🏾🙂

[@genedahgreatest]

@@AtreyuLocs word. I saw this!

[@meetingneeds53]

What do you mean by stop all maintenance? Do not put oil on the locks. And how to do the braid technique.

[@mandit38]

Brahhh,thank you,everytime I look for loc videos it's normally female. I'm a Barber and I've had my locks since 2013. I figured that I over did the Maintenance, I just assumed each new growth is supposed to be retwisted. I saw a video where it said stop retwisting, so I have stopped and I have notice some new growth. My question is i have some mild thinning on the top. I knkw how to braid ,and I have done that as well as combine,and I know how to use the crochet hook. But for the life of me I can not get the Crochet method. If I knew how,I have enough new growth on the top to re-twist. I also learned the gard way that bleaching isn't a good idea for locs,it dries your hair out,and makes the new growth brittle. I haven't bleached my hair in over 7 years. But I did use a base color to color it and it didn't dry my hair to bad after using color treated. Shampoo,and I use coconut oil and pink oil ,I regrettably started my locks with Bees Wax. It took ten years for me to get all of the bees wax out. I also learned you're not supposed to cut the ends of your locks, but I disagree,each time I would cut my ends my dread looked thicker but I could be wrong tha KS again. Sherwood,Oregon

[@AtreyuLocs]

Hey bro, thanks for writing me. You’ve been in the game longer than me, congrats!! I’m glad after 10 years you’ve finally gotten that bees wax out; that’s quite the feat to be honest. As far as the crochet hook method, yeah it takes some getting used to. I’ll look for my video on it and include it (HOW TO REPAIR A LOC WITH A WEAK BASE-how to repair your locs using a crochet hook kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKbOloSoi6lgh6s) Hopefully, it’ll help you out. I personally prefer the braid technique but maybe you’ll like the crochet hook method better. Let me know how it goes! Good luck 🙏🏾✊🏾

[@7even235]

When you say maintenance do you mean like oiling your hair? Or retwist

[@CourtneyWallice]

How do you do the braid technique?

[@ZDemBoyZ]

Lost pretty much half my length over the last 3 years. Long story short I went through some shit and just stopped taking care of my locs. 3 years ago they were at my waist now they are all different lengths due to my locs thinning. I'm want to save my locs. Please help. Can't find anyone in Jersey.

[@kellyclark7517]

Yessssssss! CEASE MAINTAINENCE!

[@AtreyuLocs]

hahahaha... :)

[@TheShift_OfEnergy]

i like to massage my scalp in morning and before sleep using pick combs can it thin out the roots? my locs are matured. but because I have long straight type hair my locs roots grow fast and like to flip / twist by itself and then mate so roots are thinner than lower locs ends as ive done some backcombing and palm rolling to help mate them in the beginning. What can I do to make roots fluffier (can look messy i dont care) and stop them flipping /twisting / crunching n looking thin, without damaging roots. THANKS

[@gauge1509]

Oh thank you soooo much I was going nuts💯💯💯🖤

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re welcome 🙏🏾🙂

[@kickinitwithtrav95]

How often should you be washing your hair when growing locks?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Only as often as needed. It varies from person to person. Be mindful of over-washing. You'll find the balance with time.

[@GhostArtoriasExtra]

Mines thinnin in the middle of dread 😭 only a couple on the back of my head

[@AtreyuLocs]

I’m sorry to hear that.

[@joleshore4818]

Go to a loctician they’ll fix it

[@naomywangari3371]

Mine are falling off due to hair colour what should I do😢😢😢

[@AtreyuLocs]

Cut off the damaged part.

[@Gibran-wd4yg]

Seborrheic dermettis is my issue

[@AtreyuLocs]

Good luck

[@deenyembe4915]

Hii. My locks are very thick by the root and going down.. But it thins by the end, it breaks alot... 😢help please???

[@AtreyuLocs]

Keep the ends moisturized. They're probably getting dry since they're the furthest away from your scalp. With dryness comes breakage.

[@minertwinsilver6185]

I have two locs that are on the bottom corners of my head, and they have somewhat weak bases. I’m scared of them not being strong, is there anything I can do to make the base more thicker?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Stay tuned for the video this coming Friday. I address your comment in it!🙂

[@korianteedwards7524]

What if you have thick locs but we you retwist it the new grow is very skinny

[@AtreyuLocs]

I don’t understand the question

[@carmelred83]

Just wait on the skinny retwisted hair to start budding . All new growth starts off thinner than the loc until it buds... Well as far as I know

[@PabloEscobar-uk9wd]

My locks are thinning in the middle

[@AtreyuLocs]

Oh no. I'm sorry to hear that. Make sure you're doing maintenance consistently.

[@favourazubuike5379]

Thank goodness I came across this🙏 The crown of my dreadlock keeps coming off ,I'm literally balld now.what do I do?

[@AtreyuLocs]

I don’t understand.

[@favourazubuike5379]

@@AtreyuLocs I mean the middle of my hair keeps coming off. My locks comes off from the root

[@AtreyuLocs]

Try doing less maintenance and or do it with less tension. Make sure those locs aren’t dry as well.

[@favourazubuike5379]

@@AtreyuLocs thank you so much

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re welcome 🙂🙏🏾

[@dondada29]

Do ponytails thin it close to the tips ?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Wherever there is tension, thinning can occur.

[@coolbreez5972]

When you say stop all maintenance does refer to retwist and styling ? Can I still oil my scalp? My hair is thinning at the crown but its also real dry itchy. What to do?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Stop anything that causes tension. Oiling should be fine unless you find that the area is inflamed. If so, seek out a dermatologist or trichologist.

[@anthonybradford545]

I twisted mines back on bro but I be nervous it mite come out 💯

[@AtreyuLocs]

I get it! Good luck ✊🏾🤞🏾

[@Savi-digital]

Great video bro 💯💯

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thank you, sir!🙏🏾🙂

[@Savi-digital]

@@AtreyuLocs Np bro 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@cassandrawilliams9754]

what's the braid technique

[@AtreyuLocs]

I have a video on it

[@lolabattle9654]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re very welcome!

[@peachy_reina]

"you could wrap some other hair around it" 😂 darn my brain. Unfortunately my peach fuzz on my upper lip is not enough. Also, do you listen to Atreyu too?

[@joleshore4818]

Sir I don’t have no new growth at all , does that mean my new growth is growing in the loc

[@AtreyuLocs]

Sounds like it.

[@OL4___]

Very informative!

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thank you! Happy to hear that. Thanks for letting me know.

[@itzphantomkid327]

I was sweating when my locked thinned out 💀

[@dreadqueen_libra6117]

Thank you for this info! 11 years in my journey and I wish Ik this before 2-3inches broke off some of my locs at the bottom (I believe this was because I had color at the tips maybe two years into their lifespan) but I threw those tips away 😔 some I see have thin spots along the loc and now I know how to repair them and combine properly. And also learned not to worry because I’m not thinning at the roots 😊 thank you 😁

[@Sapphic288]

Do you have to repair the thin loc right away? Or should ya wait until some new growth grows? I have thinning at the root.

[@AtreyuLocs]

As soon as you can repair it, you should.

[@travelwla1282]

Omg! My lovelies do the same thing, especially around the perimeter of my head. My hair is thinnest in that area, but I always see the new growth and it always looks so much thicker than the loc itself. Could you please make a video about the braiding method? I would love to give this a try, especially since I see that the crochet method works for, but in those thinning areas, I want to see if it changes up a bit

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yes, those perimeter locs can be problematic since that hair seems to be finer for a lot of people. I actually demonstrated the braid technique in my previous video. You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqDSmmqged6Uptk Good luck! Let me know how it goes. I have a feeling you will not be disappointed :)

[@travelwla1282]

@@AtreyuLocs amazing! Going to go check it out now. I will probably do a review on it next month, once my hair grows out from its 3 month crochet tightening

[@AtreyuLocs]

Okay, that sounds like a plan!

[@jordihp3139]

Question for the braid technique for dreads do I jus leave them in my hair till new growth grows ?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Have you seen my braid technique video?

[@jordihp3139]

@@AtreyuLocs yeah but the first half of the video where you talk how to braid for men would I keep those braids in my hair till new growth ?

[@AtreyuLocs]

The braiding that is done with your new growth is what is strengthening your loc. So, yes, you keep the braid in. I guess I still don’t understand your question. Braid the new growth into the loc and when more new growth comes, if it doesn’t grow into your locs, then braid it in as well. I hope that clarifies things for you.

[@annetrabowman6508]

When stopping all maintenance does that mean no washing just asking?

[@AtreyuLocs]

No. Freeformers wash their hair but do no maintenance.

[@annetrabowman6508]

@@AtreyuLocs thank you I will try it I am not an free former but will give it an try and thanks for replying

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re welcome!

[@Metalfacesiah]

I have a lot of new growth , my scalp is good and my locs aren’t thinning at the root they are towards the end / middle

[@AtreyuLocs]

Then in the grand scheme of things, you’re doing well 🙂

[@kush7138]

Noticed that one loc in the back of my head is thinning in the middle and I'm worried that it might easily pop off

[@AtreyuLocs]

If there’s loose hair at the roots, you can braid that hair into the loc to secure it.

[@cendricdore6701]

Why do u use hair cap ?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Not sure what you mean.

[@ajwatson9974]

I have had locks for over 30years.. I am now 65 my now thinning locks was thick.. Is it medication or stress?

[@AtreyuLocs]

I have no idea. I don’t know your situation personally. You should consult a doctor.

[@ajwatson9974]

@@AtreyuLocs I will thanks for the advice!

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re welcome

[@samaritanwoman7127]

I had tight braids done

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yeah, that can definitely thin out areas too. I'm sorry!

[@YoungSwaggness]

Great vid new sub 👍🏾

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thank you so much. I appreciate you!🙏🏾

[@YoungSwaggness]

@@AtreyuLocs Np my bro I appreciate you as well my g 💯🙌🏾

[@AtreyuLocs]

For sure! Thanks 🙏🏾

[@asada7972]

Thank you I was scared

[@AtreyuLocs]

You're welcome

[@Im_royalty_sweetyyy]

Do you have a video on braid technique you spoke about in this video? If so, please tag me so I can see it

[@AtreyuLocs]

BRAID TECHNIQUE FOR DREADLOCKS | HOW TO REPAIR LOCS BY BRAIDING NEW GROWTH kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKvdinxsfrB9irc

[@Blessings_HighlyFavored]

@@AtreyuLocs thank you 😊

[@AtreyuLocs]

Np

[@donnar000]

Hey you! Really enjoyed watching this. Would you give me your opinion a thinning issue that I have? My locs are semi freeform by default. I really didn't know how to retwist safely so I instinctively braided my loose hair on to the loc, then 3 years into my journey I saw a video you did and realised it was a thing! My locs are different thickness because i just grabbed sections and twisted to start - some locks have unlocked loose hair about 2 inches from the bottom. This is because I naughtily wore accessories when they were about a year old. I didn't realise that they were not ready for embellishments. Totally put me off wearing them again. I am 4 years locked and last year I cut about 2 inches off some. This was because where they had wavy parts - the thicker end of the locs were hanging off and about to snap. My locs are strong along the length but in places I have those wavy loose parts... It's quite a unique look and of course I love that. Luckily I never wanted a neat manicured loc journey. I'm not sweating over it - it is what it is. In your opinion do you think those wavy areas may lock over time? - My hair has a fine texture. PS. Thank you for your consistent content, please keep it up. x

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. To answer your question, I do think that those wavy sections might lock over time, as that seems to be what hair naturally wants to do. But I do wonder why it hasn’t so far, as in what has prevented it? But if the hair is wavy, then it simply could take longer to lock up. Honestly, it’s hard to say without seeing it but, in short, it could lock up. Either way, I’m glad you like it for its unique appearance 🙂

[@iwillargue]

Is the braid technique and interlocking one in the same?

[@AtreyuLocs]

No ma’am. You’re braiding the new growth into the loc with the braid technique.

[@iwillargue]

Thanks for clarifying. I have a few weak spots and I want to be sure That I ask my new stylist the right thing. My old stylish kept pushing me to get a style and she fixed a few of my locs with the know method. I absolutely hate both. I’m not even 6 months into my journey yet and want my foundation to be solid. :)

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yeah, I understand. It sounds like you’re on top of it though. Congrats on 6 months!

[@AtreyuLocs]

*almost 6 months 😉

[@iwillargue]

Thank you!! And also thank you for the knowledge 🥰

[@drivendreamskev]

Those knitted caps go hard! I need one for the fall/winter

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thanks!🙏🏾

[@aliasjuan_]

😂😂😂😂 the intro

[@holywaterandgreentea]

Excellent

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thanks!👌🏾🙏🏾

[@sojitomuchswag]

Peace love bro thank you

[@AtreyuLocs]

You’re very welcome! Thank you🙏🏾

[@ernesto7145]

I've got a problem with thinning locks mostly near the middle and almost ends could you do a tutorial on how to braid in that hair I usually pull it then glue it back together but I hate that

[@AtreyuLocs]

You can’t braid the new growth into the loc at that distance, unfortunately. It’s simply not long enough. You can, however, fold the weak area over itself and crochet it together to thicken that area. If I ever have a spot like that, I will definitely demonstrate.

[@ernesto7145]

@@AtreyuLocs thank you. I've got a set of needle felting tools that I haven't been able to get the hang of yet but I'll work harder on that. 🙏🏽 Thanks again for listening and your follow-up😊

[@AtreyuLocs]

No problem! Happy to try to help🙂

[@ernesto7145]

So Atreyu what I ultimately ended up doing about my thinning locks. I told you I had felting needles I just couldn't handle the finger pricks those needles are much too Sharp then I remembered my Weaving needle and so far that seems to be working👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😊

[@AtreyuLocs]

Excellent! I’m glad you found a tool that isn’t poking the crap out of your fingers. Thanks for letting me know!🙏🏾🙂

[@oddfatof527]

nice vídeo

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thanks

[@kristenlay598]

You gotta fix your subtitles for this vid, much respect

[@AtreyuLocs]

👌🏾

[@wydso2939]

idk, mine thins at the end, then after the thinning it starts getting bigger.. if that makes any sense

[@AtreyuLocs]

It almost sounds like it’s going through the budding process 😂

[@mixcjr]

i have thinning dreads but they aren’t completely thin some are thin some are not so im growing out my roots so i can get my roots re done is that a good idea or should i get a retwist?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Hard to say. There are different types of thinning, which require different approaches.

[@savage4cabbage923]

Knot it up let it knot and grow and eventually after like 3 months you crochet it I did it on like 4 of my dreads

[@t1naba1ley]

Thats whats up, thank you!

[@AtreyuLocs]

You're welcome!

[@nettarose9310]

Very informative, however, why do you continuously refer to them as “dread” they are locs nothing dreadful about them. ☝️ ❤

[@AtreyuLocs]

Thanks!

[@jamoljones1499]

What are you gonna do with the thin lock?

[@AtreyuLocs]

I honestly don’t remember which loc you’re referring to. I made this video a while back 😂

[@jamoljones1499]

Ok. So did you fix anyone of em that was thinning?

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yeah, I showed it in the video.

[@OFFICIALKB2FLY]

Story Of My Life lol

[@aurelialaidley6562]

👏🏾🥳❣️

[@AtreyuLocs]

:)

[@ritab500]

👍🏽

[@AtreyuLocs]

🙏🏾

[@royhenderson1581]

One, of my,of,my loc,fell out, because in,had,my,hands, in,it,all the time

[@AtreyuLocs]

Yeah, it’ll get you if you’re not careful.

[@OsoSadBoy]

I’m at 1 year and 5 months 🙌🏽 Edit: I am freeforming 🫡 with a little separation