Getting dreadlocks is a fabulous way to go from boring to hip in just a few hours, but proper care and maintenance is an absolute necessity with this hairstyle.
Getting dreadlocks is a fabulous way to go from boring to hip in just a few hours, but proper care and maintenance is an absolute necessity with this hairstyle.

Place the nylon stocking cap over your dreadlocks before getting in the shower for the first month.
Put residue-free shampoo on your head and rub it over the stocking cap. Rinse well.
Remove the nylon cap and gently squeeze the water out of each dread. Try shaking them to remove any excess water. Wrap them in a towel for a few minutes or use a hair dryer. It is very important to allow the dreads to dry thoroughly.
Do not wrap your dreads, put them in a scarf, or under a hat until they are completely dry.
Wash your dreadlocks every two to three days in order to maintain healthy, thick, and luxurious dreads.
Dreadlocks are both a philosophical statement and a reflection of Nazarite vows for many Rastafarians.