Many hair textures can be styled into dreadlocks, which form when hair mats and tangles together. To achieve dreadlocks, one can start with clean, unconditioned hair and separate it into sections, using a crochet hook or dread comb to encourage the hair to mat and tangle together. Regular maintenance, such as palm rolling and crocheting, helps the dreadlocks mature and develop their distinct cylindrical shape.
While the growth rate of dreadlocks varies depending on hair texture, thickness, and maintenance routine, certain dread styles can facilitate faster growth. Interlocking, a technique that involves crocheting two dreadlocks together, encourages even distribution of weight and promotes faster growth. Additionally, dreadlock extensions can be incorporated to add length and volume, allowing individuals to achieve longer dreadlocks in a shorter amount of time.
