How to Care for a White Man's Dreadlocks Hairstyle

There is an old myth that only black people can wear a dreadlock hairstyle. In fact, anyone can, including caucasians. The process of turning your hair into dreadlocks is a fairly time-intensive one as it involves growing out much of your hair. And once you have achieved the dreadlock style it is of paramount importance that you care for them properly. Failure to do so can result in the dreadlocks breaking off. Does this Spark an idea?

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Instructions

- 1
  
  Tone your scalp once a day by gently massaging it with your fingertips for a few minutes. This releases natural oils from your skin and helps to prevent dry scalp.
- 2
  
  Shampoo your dreads once a week. If you are a particularly active person, shampoo your hair once every couple of days.
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  Use conditioner once a week on the tips of your dreadlocks to prevent pieces of the dreadlock from drying out and breaking off.
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  Use a latch hook to maintain the shape of the dreadlock. You can also palm roll your dreadlock, depending on your preference.