You should only wash your dreadlocks in a shampoo that leaves no residue behind. I recommend DreadHead residue free shampoo. You should get in the habit of washing your dreadlocks every three days, your dreadlocks will lock up fast and they will look and smell good at the same time. As long as you wash your dreads once a week you should be fine.
No, actually you should wash your hair with residue free shampoo right before you make the dreadlocks and let you hair air dry. Yes, you need to use a shampoo that leaves no residues behind in your hair and removes residues that are in your hair.
Tip: To prevent your knots from loosening up in the first few washes, you can try this little trick. Put a stocking cap, nylon sock or pantyhose over your head cover the entire scalp , put shampoo over the sock, and gently scrub your head. Remove the sock to rinse and wring them out gently. If you exercise often, I recommend washing twice a week but no more than that.
Doing this helps to reduce the extra sweat, oil, and dirt buildup. For all my fellow sporty dreadheads, check out this article which focuses on the topic of keeping your dreadlocks fresh after workouts!
If you use regular shampoos, they will very likely leave buildup over time due to the ingredients. Always read the labels prior to purchasing a shampoo.
This article explains which ingredients to look out for in a bad shampoo! Use it as a guide to help you find your dreadlock shampoo of choice. It leaves my hair feeling super clean and soft. That shampoo always left my locs feeling dirty and sticky.
Gently squeeze out as much water as you can with a towel some of us like to alternate whipping locks around to a favorite metal tune with the towel-squeezing part, getting as much water out as possible.
Air drying your locks is fine, but if they're getting wet more than once a week, it's also worth investing in a blow dryer and using it on 'Low' to speed things along. We recommend once per week. But that doesn't mean you can't shower as often as you like. As we've seen in this Tutorial, washing your locks is a really great idea - but you, Knotty friend, may have a case of "too much of a good thing"!
Your dreads smell bad for a very simple reason: they aren't drying completely in between washings. This is especially important if they are new and you are still applying Wax, as the Wax can trap moisture inside the lock, leaving you with a nice, funky mildewy smell if they weren't dry first.
But have no fear! To banish the stink, wash your locks thoroughly one more time with Knotty Boy Dread Shampoo it's anti-fungal, antibacterial Essential Oils are very important for killing the mildew and then blow dry it on 'Low', or sit out in the sun until they are completely dry, inside and out. Normally you can simply air-dry your locks, but it will be key to get yours totally dry as quickly as possible. Then, from here on out, try to stick to a once-weekly washing schedule only.
Let the shampoo sit for minutes. Then, tilt your head downward so that the lather runs through your locks as you rinse. Gently squeeze the shampoo lather into the dreadlocks. Make sure that there's no shampoo residue remaining in your hair when you're finished washing. Just don't overdo it, or it will be more time-consuming to rinse and cause loose hairs to frizz. Dry thoroughly.
After you get out of the shower, you'll want to make sure that you let your dreadlocks dry completely. Squeeze each lock with a towel to press out the water absorbed into them. Allow your locks to air dry, or use a hair dryer on a low heat setting to speed the process along and ensure that they're not left damp.
If too much moisture remains in the locks, they can start to come unlocked and smell, or even grow mold. As your dreadlocks continue to set up and tighten, you may have to start using a hair dryer more often after washing to ensure that the hair inside the locks is getting dry.
Method 2. DO NOT mix together the baking soda and vinegar. Baking soda is a base and vinegar is an acid, mixing the two causes a chemical reaction which neutralizes any cleansing power the two substances have on their own which is a lot. It is completely safe to use on your hair and scalp. If you like using essential oils, you can add them to the cleansing solution during this step.
A tablespoon of lemon juice will help kill any odors and prevent mildew. It is recommended that you only use this method to clean your locks once every couple of weeks, as the baking soda can make your hair dry and brittle over time.
For more regular washings, use a residue-free shampoo. Soak your dreadlocks for minutes. Submerge your dreadlocks into the baking soda solution up to the roots. Soak your locks for up to 10 minutes, or longer if you're in need of a deep clean. As your dreadlocks soak, the baking soda will strip away dirt, oil, debris and other unwanted buildup. Rinse with cool water. Remove your dreadlocks from the baking soda bath and wring out the excess solution. Turn on the faucet or hop in the shower and give your locks a quick rinse to clear away any lingering traces of the baking soda solution or foreign matter.
Rinse until the water runs clear. Be sure that your scalp gets some direct exposure to the water as well. You might be surprised how much cleaner your locks will feel afterwards! Have ready a large bottle of water and vinegar, mixed at a ratio, enough to rinse over your scalp and lightly through your dreads.
Pour this through your locks after rinsing out the baking soda solution. This will neutralize any remaining baking soda, balance the pH of your scalp, and smooth loose hair frizz. You can leave this in any vinegar smell will dissipate as it dries or rinse it out. Towel or air dry. Give your dreadlocks ample time to dry.
If you're in a hurry, use a hair dryer on the ends and shafts of your locks and allow your roots to finish air drying.
Your dreadlocks should be dry before you cover them with a hat, tam or scarf. Otherwise, these items will trap remaining moisture in the locks and make it harder for it to escape. Squeeze as much water out of your locks as you can before letting them air dry or trying other drying methods.
Wrapping your dreadlocks in a dry towel can help draw water out of them at a faster rate. Method 3. Wash your dreadlocks regularly. Contrary to popular misconceptions, dreadlocks require washing just as much as other hairstyles.
You should aim to shampoo and roll your dreadlocks every three or four days when they're new. Once they've fully locked up, you can get by washing them once a week, or more often depending on your hair type and the amount of oil your scalp tends to produce.
If you have particularly oily hair, or if you exercise, work outside, get dirty or sweat a lot, you may benefit from more frequent washings. Take care of your scalp. Dreadlocks put a lot of weight on the scalp as they get heavier and pull. It's essential that you keep your scalp clean and moisturized in addition to your locks themselves. Whenever you're cleaning your locks, take a few moments to massage your scalp vigorously with your fingertips.
This promotes proper blood flow and will strengthen the follicles, meaning you won't have to worry about your locks becoming brittle or falling out. As your hair grows, keep your dreadlocks waxed and twisted to tighten up the new growth close to the scalp. Freshen your locks with essential oils.
Use a couple drops of tea tree, peppermint or rosemary oil along with your shampoo, or treat your locks with them separately.
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