Everything You Need to Know About Human Hair Dreads

Dreadlocks can be created in a variety of sizes and shapes, depending on the desired look and hair type. They can also be decorated with beads, shells, or other adornments.

Dreadlock extensions can also be added to existing dreadlocks to create length or volume, or to cover areas of hair loss. These extensions are typically made from human hair that has been tightly woven or crocheted into the existing dreadlocks.

Creating Dreadloks and Dreadlock Extensions

This course is designed for individuals interested in learning the art of starting and maintaining human hair dreadlocks, as well as creating and applying synthetic or human hair dread extensions. Students will gain an understanding of the history and cultural significance of dreadlocks and learn how to properly section and prepare the hair for a natural-looking dreadlock installation.

In addition, students will learn various techniques for starting and maintaining dreadlocks, including backcombing, twist and rip, and freeform methods. 

Human Hair Permanent Dreadlocks

• Preparation and techniques to ensure that the dreads form properly and last for a long time. 
• Take the natural hair, create your partings and take sections of hair to start the locking process.

Washing and Maintenance for Dreads

• Learn about the importance of proper maintenance for both dreadlocks and extensions, as well as how to troubleshoot common issues such as unraveling and breakage.
• Cleansing is important, learn what shampoo and conditioners to prevent buildup.
• Fix loose hair using a crochet hook. 

Attach Permanent Dreadlock Extensions

• Creating and applying handmade human hair dread extensions permanently.
• Preparing the hair and installing extensions using various methods such as crochet and braiding.

Synthetic Dreads with Extensions

• Add synthetic extensions for temporary color and texture to existing dreads.
• Lengthen, add thickness and volume. 

Temporary Human Hair Loc Extensions Installation

• DIY create and install human hair dread extensions.
• Backcombed with a comb and crochet method with a crochet hook for dread hair extensions. 

Locs and Human Hair Loc Extensions

By the end of the course, students will have the skills and knowledge necessary to confidently start and maintain human hair dreadlocks, as well as create and apply human hair dreadlock extensions for their clients.