My Dreads

Q: What method did you use to start your locks?

              A: Backcombing and Palm Rolling


Q: How many dreadlocks do you have?

              A: 51

Q: Do you wash your hair?

              A: Yes, every 4-7 Days. When they get itchy is a good indicator

Q: How long was your hair before you dreaded it?

              A: Long, Mid-back

Q: Do you do any daily maintenance to your dreads?

              A: Usually roll them and/ or rub the roots in a clockwise motion


Q: How did everyone respond to them? 

  A: When it was just an idea I got a lot of negative feedback and some in the beginning of having them. But mostly after getting them it has been positive. It really grows on people

Q: What are some of your pet peeves that come with having dreads?

              A: People talking in a Jamaican accent to me and stereotypes


Q: Products you use?

              A: I sometimes use a little aloe vera but with that I usually just focus on my loose curls


Q: How do you normally style/wear your dreads?

A: All kinds of ways. Ponytail, bun, messy bun, bandanna, scarf, upside down bandana, flower clips, half pulled back, Headbands, Pulling them back by tying some of my dreads together.. So many possibilities.


Where are the beads from?

              A: Bead Shops, I love them, and a few from Michaels.

Are they uncomfortable?

              A: No, at first it took some getting used to. But since then they have calmed down a bit and they are a part of me now. I don’t find them to be scratchy either 

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