Dreadlock Style
Price: $20 – $40
15 – 30 minutes
Once you have the dreadlocks of your dreams, it can be fun to try out some different ways to style them! There are so many styles that can be done with dreadlocks, the possibilities are endless. If you’re unsure of where to start, or don’t have any hair-styling skills yourself, we can help! All the styling services that we perform are heat and product free, which means we do not use locking gels or waxes, straighteners or curling irons. This means that any style you receive from Ogden Dreads will leave your dreads clean and undamaged. Some options for styles include: a single french braid, double french braids, dutch braids, fishtail braids, full updo’s, half updo’s, buns, twists, and experimental styles. We’re happy to use any accessories that you have and involve you in the process as much as you’d like to be. When coming to a styling appointment, we recommend bringing some reference pictures that can help us understand the style that you want to have.
FAQ:
Do I have to wait to start styling my new dreads?
You don’t have to wait any period of time before you can style your dreads. Keep in mind that new dreads are very stiff and therefore they may get “stuck” in a certain style if you style them immediately after getting them. If you put your new dreads back into a ponytail, when you take the ponytail out, the dreads will hold the shape they were in. This is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. They will “forget” the shape once you sleep on them, get them wet, or wash them.
Can using hair ties damage my dreadlocks?
It is possible for hair ties to damage your dreadlocks, even though it’s not extremely common. To avoid the possibility of damage to your dreads, there are some things you may want to keep in mind. Wearing your hair up in the exact same way every day can affect the shape of your dreads. If you wear a high ponytail one day, try to adjust the position of the ponytail to be slightly lower the next day. This will keep the hair tie from squeezing the same spot on your dreads every day which can lead to kinks, breakage, and weak spots. If you use a traditional hair tie, try to find one that is wider and larger. Dreadlocks are much thicker than loose hair, so you’ll want to size up on your accessories to avoid them putting too much pressure on your dreads.