How to Find Dreadlock Extensions

Synthetic dreadlock extensions are available in many wild colors.

Dreadlock extensions made of synthetic hair can give you the look of dreads without the commitment. Stylists make dread extensions by backcombing plastic hair, twisting it tightly and steaming it with a clothing steamer. The steam melts the hair into the shape of a dreadlock. Extensions are ideal for those who want brightly colored dreads, as synthetic hair is available in a wide range of shades. The Internet has made it easier than ever to locate a stylist who does dread extensions or to buy the extensions and attach them yourself.

Instructions

1. Visit hairpolice.com and click on the "affiliates" link. Hairpolice was one of the first salons to offer dread extensions and trains stylists from all over the world to perform the service. Scroll through the list of affiliates to find a Hairpolice-trained stylist near you.

2. Attend a festival for tribal-style belly dancers. Synthetic dreadlocks are almost always sold at these festivals.

3. Go to a beauty supply store in your area that sells synthetic hair and ask them for stylist recommendations.

4. Search online auction sites and etsy.com to purchase premade dreadlock extensions. There are numerous stylists who make and sell extensions and falls online. Falls are clusters of synthetic dreads attached to ponytail bands.

5. Ask other people with dreadlocks where they got their hair done. Many stylists who do natural dreads also do dreadlock extensions.

References

• Knotty Boy: Knotty Boy Lock Shop and Salon
• Hairpolice: Dreadlocks Stylists
• My Dreadlocks: Synthetic Dreadlocks

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• Quinnster: Synthetic Dreads