Wool dread: tips from a dreadmaker and stylish photos

Have you ever felt that crazy urge to radicalize the look but ended up giving up out of fear? Then you will love to know more about wool dreads, a perfect option for stylish women and chameleons! One of the great advantages of the wool dread is that it is ideal for anyone who wants a powerful but not permanent change. In addition, the price is a differential when compared to other similar techniques.

To clarify some doubts and give valuable care tips, we talked to the tracista and dreadmaker Gabriela Moura, dreads specialist at Maná Roots Hair.Check it out!

20 photos of wool dreads to rock the style

First of all, inspire with different colors and cuts in powerful looks to choose what suits you best:

The beauty of the wool dread, in addition to aesthetics, is also in the history and strong representation of this style. So don’t be afraid to dare and always focus on feeling good about yourself. Choose your color and rock! ?

How to make wool dreads

Now that you’ve checked out wonderful hair, it’s time to learn how to make wool dreads. That’s why we’ve separated some videos with practical and easy step by step!

DIY your wool dreads

In the video you can see the step by step of parting the hair and separating the wool with the ideal size and how to do it yourself. That way, you can perform the technique at home.

How to change the look with wool dreads

Another step by step for those who want to do dreadlocks at home and alone. In addition, the youtuber teaches how to apply it to just one part of the hair, which makes the process more practical and easier.

Wool dreads step by step with help

And if you find it very difficult to do this process alone, you can count on someone’s help. In the video you can see how to divide and separate hair and apply dreads with the help of someone.

It is important to point out that, if you do not have experience, trusting a professional to do this work is always the best option. That way, you guarantee a great result and still preserve the health and beauty of your natural wires!

Wool dread care

See now the wonderful tips from the trance artist and dreadmaker Gabriela Moura, an expert at Maná Roots Hair, on caring for wool dreads!

Before putting on the dread

• Right before putting on the dreadlock, Gabriela recommends washing the hair only with shampoo and conditioner, without any finishing product. In this way, it is possible to have a better adhesion of the wool, in addition to avoiding unwanted residues.

time to wash

• “Washing with dreads needs to be done with anti-residue shampoo or neutral shampoo” explains the specialist.
• Another valuable tip that Gabriela gives to her clients who have problems with dandruff is to apply apple cider vinegar with cotton wool 20 minutes before washing.

Time to sleep

• To prevent frizz and improve comfort, dreadmaker recommends wearing a satin cap to sleep. In addition, this trick also helps to avoid friction, making the dread last much longer!

When removing dreads

• Removal can be done easily and quickly at home. For this, Gabriela explains that it is enough to cut the end of the dread and undo it very carefully.

As we can see, care for this type of hairstyle is very basic and easy. So, if your concern is practicality, this is a great bet to change the look!

Tips and questions about wool dreads

To finish with a flourish, Gabriela Moura answered some frequently asked questions and curiosities about this type of dread. Check out!

1. What is the biggest difference of the wool dread? According to the specialist, the main differences are the texture and the practicality of being able to remove it at home. In addition, wool damages the hair less and is cheaper, ideal for those looking for a temporary change.

2. Can anyone do it? Gabriela recommends using it for anyone, as long as their hair is healthy. Therefore, people who have chemically elastic threads should avoid the technique.

3. What is the average price of the application? According to the specialist, the average values ​​range from R$25.00 a unit, and from R$300.00 a whole head.

4. How long does wool dread last? The duration time will depend a lot on the care of each person with the material. However, maintenance is recommended every 3 months.

5. Can wool dread damage hair? “If the maintenance is not followed and the washing is done wrongly, it can damage the threads” explains Gabriela. Therefore, it is important to follow the basic guidelines such as rinsing the shampoo well, not washing your hair more than twice a week and never sleeping with wet dreads.

6. Which products are recommended for those who wear wool dreads? “Apple cider vinegar for the scalp and saline solution are great friends with dreads”, emphasizes Gabriela.

Did you like to know more about this technique full of charm and representation? Then check out our article about the powerful black power hair too!