New to Dreadlocks?Before you start your journey...
Hey! Welcome to my corner of the world. I'm Ashli, a Dreadlock Artist. Thank you for being here. Before you jump into spending your time and money on a big change, do your research (a good start is my Instagram page @dreadfullocksct) and make sure this life style change is something you want to commit to maintaining and can afford to if you choose to have it done professionally. The average person gets their dreadlocks professionally maintained every 3 months for the first 2 years. As the dreadlocks mature in age, they usually need less regular maintenance, but it varies person to person. Some clients come in once a year after the first few years!
Dreadlocks shouldn't be wash more than 2 times a week to reduce the amount of moisture in them. I recommend only using a dreadlock safe shampoo. Dreadlock safe shampoos are residue free, as to not cause soap build up inside the dreadlock. However, improper rinsing even with safe shampoos can still cause residue build up. If you're worried you didn't rinse enough, rinse again just to be safe! I carry a few dreadlock safe products in my studio, including shampoo that you can purchase at your appointment if you'd like. At least a month prior to your scheduled appointment, you should start adjusting your scalp for dreadlocks by washing it less frequently. You will no longer be able to use traditional conditioners once you have dreadlocks. But fear not; There are great, simple ingredient products that can provide the healthy moisture needed for a happy scalp and dreadlocks. If you're ready to start your dreadlock journey, please continue to my booking site below. If you have any questions, please include them there. If will contact via text or email once I've reviewed your request. Once you have booked an appointment, you will receive an email with an invoice for the requested services deposit. The deposit goes toward the final balance and is non-refundable, nor transferable from the original date selected. Please review my policies before booking. No appointments are confirmed without a deposit. |
Dreadlock Maintenance?Whether you are looking for a new Dreadlock Artist to do your maintenance, or it's your first time in the chair, I'm Ashli and I'm here to help!
I love the challenge of a first maintenance of either homemade or natural dreadlocks, and I also love to meet seasoned maintenance clients who are just looking for some good crochet work. I have a couple of stipulations when it comes to maintenance appointments. To get the most out of your maintenance, your dreadlocks need to be clean and 100% DRY! Crochet will not take well to wet or damp hair. If you arrive with wet hair, you will be charged an extra $50 to have me dry the roots and then my focus will be only there for the remainder of your appointment. Please just come with dry hair :) About 7-14 days before your appointment, I ask clients to do a deep cleanse/detox on your dreadlocks. This removes any residue/build up/dry skin. Please then wash your dreadlocks the day or two before your scheduled appointment and come in with completely dry hair. I carry Detox Packs in my studio, shoot me a text to schedule a pick up or arrange shipping. There is also a detox recipe you can make at home; details here. I have the right to refuse any client who comes in with overly dirty hair. Please do not use any wax/gels/pomades or locking powders and if you have before, detox well and really rough up the hair on the scalp to release as much build up as possible. Squeezing the dreadlocks like a sponge to soak all the way through is a great method.
If you're ready to book your maintenance, please continue to my booking site below. If you have any questions, please include them there. If will contact via text or email once I've reviewed your request. If you have severely matted dreadlocks and need reconstruction maintenance, please email photos to [email protected] with your name and phone number. Once you have booked an appointment, you will receive an email with an invoice for the requested services deposit. The deposit goes toward the final balance and is non-refundable, nor transferable from the original date selected. Please review my policies before booking. No appointments are confirmed without a deposit. |