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Dreadlock Hairstyles
Dreadlocks or "dreads" is a style that involves coiling, tangling or "locking" the hair together. They are recognizably symbolic of Jamaican culture and certain religious beliefs, and some say this style even dates back as far as early Egypt.
Method
"How to dreadlock hair" is a commonly asked question. This style can be created naturally (by not brushing/combing or cutting the hair for long periods of time), or chemically by a professional (one method involves teasing, twisting and banding the hair with pipe cleaners).
Benefits
Dreadlocks are a really noticeable style that will certainly give your image a boost. When styled correctly they can look very sexy and appealing. Also, when dreads are natural they are very low maintenance.
Beware
Dreadlocks cannot be combed out and can only be cut off. Also, maintaining dreadlocks is very important. Chemical dreadlocks can require a lot of daily maintenance, and natural free-flowing dreadlocks may not be appropriate for some occupations.
Tip
This hairstyle is definitely one you should try on first (using TheHairStyler.com's virtual hairstyler) before committing to it. |
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Dreadlock Hairstyle
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Lauryn Hill
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Short dreadlocks are fun, and adding a golden light brown color, as Lauryn has, will enhance them even more...
Suitable for:
Face shapes: oval, oblong, square, diamond
Hair texture: medium, thick
Hair density: medium, dense
Styling:
Maintenance: medium
Time: 10-20 mins
Techniques: natural
Products: wax
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Dreadlock Hairstyle
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Whoopi Goldberg
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These cool dreadlocks look great on Whoopi and are an easy style to maintain...
Suitable for:
Face shapes: oval, oblong, square, heart, triangular
Hair texture: medium, thick
Hair density: medium, dense
Styling:
Maintenance: low
Time: 5-10 mins
Techniques: blow dry
Products: wax
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Dreadlock Hairstyle
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Lenny Kravitz
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Dreadlocks can look very sexy and appealing when styled correctly. Lenny's hair has been left at shoulder...
Suitable for:
Face shapes: oval, oblong, square, diamond, triangular
Hair texture: medium, thick
Hair density: medium, dense
Styling:
Maintenance: low
Time: 5-10 mins
Techniques: natural
Products: wax, smoothing shine
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Dreadlock Hairstyle
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Lauryn Hill
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Dreadlocks are a great look for Lauryn, especially when shaped around her face. A style like this is easy to...
Suitable for:
Face shapes: oval, oblong, square, triangular
Hair texture: medium, thick
Hair density: medium, dense
Styling:
Maintenance: low
Time: 5-10 mins
Techniques: natural
Products: wax
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Dreadlock Hairstyle
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James Blake
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Short dreadlocks are great fun and easy to achieve. With this style, the dreadlocks have been designed to...
Suitable for:
Face shapes: oval, round, oblong, heart
Hair texture: medium, thick
Hair density: medium, dense
Styling:
Maintenance: low
Time: 5-10 mins
Techniques: natural
Products: wax, moulding cream
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There are many Dreadlock hairstyles in our hairstyles library. To view a Dreadlocks demo click here.
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