Dreadlocks for men and girls. Safe artificial, short. Photos, how they do, how to wash, how much they cost

Stylish dreadlocks are pigtails that are formed during tangling. There are many variations of this hairstyle for every taste. The photographs show that they come in different structures, lengths and shades.

What is it and who is it suitable for?

Initially, the original mats were formed due to the lack of hygienic care and were fixed with wax. It was impossible to unravel them, only to cut them off. The appearance of the hair was unkempt, unkempt. In addition to Africans and Indians, dreadlocks were worn by the ancient Germans, Celts, and Aztecs.
They were also called dreadlocks - in translation "frightening curls".

The name was invented by representatives of one of the Rastafarian cultures in Jamaica in the 50s of the twentieth century. Now the dreadlocks are completely different. Stylish styling can be done on the basis of natural hair or artificial materials: felt, kanekalon. They keep the hair in good condition and protect it from damage. Hair length is not limited. Initial length - from 5 cm.

Medium and below the shoulder length is suitable for weaving dreadlocks from natural curls. The choice in favor of locks for girls is associated with an increase in hair length, a color change, and adding volume to the hair. It is better to use artificial materials for making dreadlocks. The styling will last 3-4 months.

Natural dreadlocks are always worn without shortening the length.

They only need to be rolled in the root area. Short dreadlocks are often the choice of the male. They do them on the head, beard. Dreadlocks, photos of which show that men's locks look rougher, are often made of felt, wool.

The pigtails are much thicker and more voluminous. Thin, graceful braids fit the female sex from more delicate materials. Women prefer multicolored dreadlocks, men tend to strict natural colors.

Features of the hairstyle:

• Suitable for many different styles. It goes well with street glamor, practical casual. An exception is the official style.
• There is no age limit. At the age of 18, you can go to the loki master. In adulthood, people also look stylish with this hairstyle.
• Long locks give harmony due to the combination of thick strands, flowing locks.
• Bright, multi-colored dreadlocks look better in contrasting winter and autumn. Natural, light and gradient transitions are suitable for spring and summer.
• The hairstyle is combined with a bang, you can create its various options, decorate with elements.

The cost of manufacturing in professional hairdressing salons is 2000-15000 rubles. The specific price depends on the type of hairstyle, hair length and additional services. Self-taught craftsmen can set prices at their discretion, so the exact figure is difficult to determine. The price also depends on the region providing the weaving service.

Women's and men's dreadlocks: advantages and disadvantages

Dreadlocks (photographs prove that they are great for guys and girls) should be chosen with the positive and negative aspects in mind.

Benefits

You can choose safe locks made of artificial material, of different lengths, colors:

• Dreadlocks don't need to be washed as often as regular hair.

• Dreadlocks do not need to be combed. Hair looks good even after a night's rest.
• They go under different looks, classics of informal hairstyles.
• They are worn for several months, depending on their type. Natural locks can not be removed for decades.
• You can unravel.

disadvantages

At first, there is an unpleasant sensation, skin irritation of the head:

• Natural dreadlocks make the condition of the hair worse, they are constantly corrected.
• Hairstyle is contraindicated in case of low pain threshold, diseases of the vascular system, people suffering from migraines.
• It takes a long time to weave, unravel.
• Long hair restoration after untwisting, required care.

Dreadlocks materials

The following materials are used to craft dreadlocks:

• natural hair;
• felt;
• artificial material.

Consider the pros and cons before choosing between felt and kanekalon. Felt braids allow you not to wear a scarf and a hat in winter, in summer they are hot. Felt dreadlocks have more shades, do not irritate the skin. Kanekalon braids look more natural, they hold better on small strands.

Varieties

Dreadlocks are one way of expressing yourself. The hairdresser will help you choose the right ones from the many varieties shown in the photographs.

Jah dreadlocks

Braids are made from artificial materials. Kanekalon is produced at the factory with a standard length of about 80 cm.The spectrum of the color palette is at least 40 shades, while their combination is permissible.
Ready-made ja dreadlocks are woven into the hair. Weave 100-140 braids.

They are fastened by the fast weaving method, which does not take more than 4 hours.

The required hair length is from 5 cm. The hairstyle is removed, does not affect the condition of the hair. The maximum wearing period is 2-3 months. Suitable for extraordinary youth.

De-dreadlocks

They are braids made of kanekalon, felt or wool. Made by hand weaving into the hair using the spiral technique. They are locks with double ends. 2 dreadlocks are attached to 1 strand, allowing for more volume. The difference is the fine structure. You will need 100 canelon dreadlocks. The required length is from 10-12 cm.

The procedure for creating de-dreads takes 3 hours. Colored material is used. You can interweave 2-3 colors at a time. After 4-6 weeks, dreadlocks require correction depending on the rate of root regrowth. Worn for 2 months, easy to remove. No harm to hair. De-dreadlocks are reusable. Once removed, you can weave them again.

Short DE dreadlocks

Short strands are also woven from de-dreadlocks. The same locking technique is applied. Also easily removable, do not harm hair. For short hairstyles, hair length should be no more than 5 cm.

Safe dreadlocks

They are ready-made false braids attached to the hair like a stocking. To secure, braids are created from their own hair, the end of the strand is threaded into the hole of the dreadlocks. They are made mainly from kanekalon, a material for making wigs. Safe dreadlocks protect hair from adverse environmental influences.

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Benefits:

Can always be removed, allow you to safely experiment with the look.

• The required length for braiding starts from 5-6 cm.

• You can independently weave fake dreadlocks, lengthen your hair.
• Minimal hair care.
• Large selection of colors, shades.
• No feeling of strain on your own hair.
• Reusable braiding capability.

Disadvantages:

• It is not easy to choose a color that matches the natural shade of your hair. When curls grow, it may not match the color of the invoices.
• Artificial dreadlocks are made from material that is subject to burning.
• They cannot be repainted in a different color.
• They often look unnatural.
• Do not dry them with a hairdryer. Dreadlocks deteriorate when exposed to hot air.

Nepalese dreadlocks

Dreadlocks (photographs show that they are made from felt) are made from material that is rolled on natural twisted strands, keeping their structure without harming. Such dreadlocks make the hairstyle more magnificent, pleasant to the touch. They look unnatural.

Benefits:

• Can be removed easily.
• There is an opportunity to choose bright and unusual colors.

• Lightweight, practical. There is no discomfort during sleep.
• Formation of perfect dreadlocks immediately after braiding.

Disadvantages:

• After braiding, the dreadlocks are tightly tightened, in the first days they stick out in different directions.
• They quickly lose their shape.
• They do not like thermal effects.
• The appearance of an unpleasant odor when felt dreadlocks get wet.

Dangerous dreadlocks

Represents real dreadlocks from natural hair. They were worn by Bob Marley. Before creating dangerous dreadlocks, you need to take into account the length of the hair, because in dreadlocks it will be reduced by 30-40%. The required length is at least 15 cm.

Several types of dangerous locks are used:

• Combing method... The procedure is considered unpleasant and painful. The hair must be divided into segments, alternately combed, rolled into mats. The procedure is simple, but dreadlocks come in different sizes.
• Weaving method... A braided braid is taken as the basis of the mat. It is processed, rolled, forming dreadlocks. The method will take a little time, but it will seriously harm your hair.
• Twisting method... Hair is divided into sections. Each strand is twisted in a clockwise direction. Covered with gel, knocked down with a comb. Formed dreadlocks should be kept under a hat for several days.

• Wool rubbing method... The most harmful way to form dreadlocks. Hair around the circumference of the head is rubbed with a woolen mitten or a rag until a voluminous shock appears. Then the curls are evenly divided into parts, the strands are rubbed separately with wool.

Often people increase the thickness, length of dangerous dreadlocks due to the weaving of kanekalon, felt, wool or foreign natural hair. The ends of the locks are either "live" or "sealed".

Benefits:

• Can be worn all the time, it only gets better over time.
• There is no feeling of heaviness, irritation from synthetics.
• Aesthetic beauty.

Disadvantages:

• Not suitable for every hair type. Can't be done on weak hair.
• Painful creation process that takes 1-3 days.
• Requires more care.
• It is necessary to periodically braid as the hair grows back.
• It takes a long time to untangle, shoot. The cut will be faster.

How dangerous dreadlocks differ from artificial ones

Differences between dangerous and artificial dreadlocks:

• Harmful to hair. False hair is much safer.
• Dangerous dreadlocks require long hair.

• The creation process is painful and long. Faux dreadlocks can be woven by yourself and quickly.
• Insecure locks require more maintenance than patch locks.
• Their wearing period is not limited. Safe locks are worn for several months.
• Detangling and removing natural dreadlocks is a long, painful process. Easier to cut.

Self-production

Dreadlocks (photographs of various types of weaving are presented on the Internet) from your hair can be made independently at home using different methods.

First, wash your hair with natural soap or shampoo without additives. Before making dreadlocks, you must have dry, smooth hair. They are divided into 2x2 cm sections. The strands are fixed at the roots with several elastic bands.

Braid dreadlocks

You need to do the following:

1. Make ponytails.
2. Turn each strand into a tight braid up to the ends.
3. Cover hair with wax, roll with palms until fully formed.

Dread-nap

For this method you need:

1. Start forming dreadlocks from the back of the head. After removing the elastic from the strand, you should start combing it from end to root. When combing a strand, it is necessary to perform rotational movements until a bun of hair is obtained that cannot be combed.
   
2. Roll a bun of hair with your palms like plasticine.
3. Leave a 10 mm tip. Cover it with wax, heat until the substance is absorbed.

Braided dreadlocks

Considered the most torturous method of making dreadlocks.

For him you will need:

1. Divide the hair, breaking it into equal sections with a knitting needle, fix the resulting sections with elastic bands.
2. Start with a bang, taking a strand and making a tourniquet out of it.
3. Sharply split the harness in two.
4. Divide each of the 2 parts in half, make 1 binding.
5. Continue this procedure until the strand is completely braided.
6. Cut off or weave the knocked-out strands with a crochet into the bundle.
7. Lubricate the finished strands with wax.

Dreadlocks rubbed with wool

Creation scheme:

1. The hair is rubbed in a circle with mittens or a scarf until it turns into a whole voluminous mat.
2. The Koltun is split in half.
3. Wax is added, each strand is rolled with palms for 15 minutes.
4. Each end of the flagellum is fixed with an elastic band.
5. The protruding hair is crocheted into the bundles.

Rolled dreadlocks

For people with curly hair from birth, the curling method is suitable to form dreadlocks.

Phased production:

1. Divide hair into squares 1-2 cm, fix with elastic bands.
2. Start waxing your strands. Then you need to twist them clockwise and knock off the ends with a comb.
3. Repeat the procedure regularly for several weeks.
4. Finish with wax to add shine to the hair.

Mens for short hair

With the right techniques, a brush and a comb, you can make dreadlocks from short hair that is no longer than 2.5 cm.

Combed hair

Suitable for coarse hair with a length of 2-6.5 cm. A spongy brush is used, suitable for braiding dreadlocks, curls.

Instructions:

1. Repeat circular motions with the brush. Comb in clockwise circles until tufts form.
2. Lubricate all bundles with cream or wax to moisturize and fix.
3. Fix the locks with hairpins or elastic bands in the root area.
4. Dry your hair, do not disturb it for 3 hours.

Cheat dreadlocks

The method is designed for coarse hair up to 5 cm long. A comb is used. It is best to wet your hair before starting the procedure.

Step by step scheme:

1. Divide the hair into squares of 2.5 x 2.5 cm. Take each strand and comb through the knots.
2. Comb a separate section of hair, apply moisturizer, rubbing it into each bun of hair.
3. Insert the comb into the base of the section and tighten. It is necessary to pull it towards yourself and simultaneously rotate it around the axis.
4. Continue with the procedure, braiding the remaining strands into dreadlocks.
5. Wait for the hairstyle to dry, do not disturb it for 3 hours.

How to make de dreadlocks

To create de-dreads you need:

1. Prepare blanks of artificial dreadlocks from kanekalon. Visually divide the strand into 3 sections, fix the borders with elastic bands.
2. Comb, twist and roll up the parts at the edges.
3. Bend the separate resulting strand in half. Having made the required number of blanks, start braiding them to the hair.
4. Make a pigtail out of your own hair, braid the middle smooth part of the workpiece to it. From the bottom, secure each de-dread with an elastic band.
5. Lubricate each dread with wax.

Women's hairstyles with dreadlocks

With the help of dreadlocks, you can create interesting hairstyles:

• "Malvinka"... Dreadlocks can be gathered at the back of the head. Styling looks great on long mats, suitable for many types of appearance.

• Ponytail... The most popular styling, suitable for all walks of life.
• Wide braid... Combines with colored, natural strands, lasts all day.
• Mohawk with shaved temples... Styling is suitable for young girls with an oval face shape.
• Ornament... Various threads, beads and other decorative elements are tied to dreadlocks.
• Square on one side... Short dreadlocks, pre-laid with foam on their side, look more impressive in multi-colored shades.
• Knot... Loki can be tied in all kinds of knots. The main thing is not to overdo it in order to unravel them later.

Correct care

A fashionable hairstyle needs good grooming. It is important to follow the recommendations for preserving dreadlocks, protecting hair from damage.

Care features:

• Do not use conditioners, varnishes, balms, masks.
• You can heal dreadlocks by rinsing them in a solution of water and sea salt to relieve scalp irritation.
• Use decoctions of chamomile, linden, calendula for rinsing locks.
• Massage the scalp regularly to restore blood flow, to avoid hair loss, migraine headaches.
• Wash artificial dreadlocks once a week exclusively with shampoo diluted with water.

• Do not wash dangerous mats for 1 month, rolling daily at the roots to create tight strands.
• Experts advise using tar soap for cleansing, washing your hair no more than 1 time a month.
• Apply special cosmetics for dreadlocks. Helps get rid of irritation, unpleasant odor.
• Use only lukewarm water at room temperature.
• There is no need for a comb, a hook is used for correction and braiding.
• Natural, artificial dreadlocks must not be dried or wrapped around a thermal film.
• Dreadlocks should be braided once a month due to knocking out strands.
• It is required to periodically roll the locks for better fixation in the root area.

How to weave at home

It is much easier and faster for people who wear de-dreadlocks to unravel their hair. After the expiration of 2-3 months, they must be removed. It is possible to untwist them yourself or contact a specialist.

To remove artificial locks you need:

1. Make an incision on the kanekalone along the length from the end of the strand with nail scissors. The pigtail will come loose from the fiber easily with a neat cut.
2. With repeated root correction, you will first have to untwist each strand as much as possible, then remove the kanekalon with a sewing needle.
3. Rinse your hair with shampoo and conditioner, dry it a little.
4. Comb each strand from top to bottom, going up to the hair roots.
   
5. Use strengthening hair masks.

Dreadlocks braided in any way help express your individuality, stand out from the crowd. Popular with creative people. On the Internet you can find many photos of famous people with this hairstyle.

Author: Xenia dark

Article design: Anna Vinnitskaya

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