Keisha Stone Mountain GA Dreadlock Extension Loctician
Keisha, Dreadlock loctician of Stone Mountain Ga, is a 35 year old married mother of 2. She loves doing dreadlocks and all types of natural hair. She is considered one of the most sought after natural hairstylists in Decatur Georgia. She is located in a dynamic and friendly salon 25 minutes outside of downtown Atlanta. Keisha is very knowledgeable about the natural hair business and does this as a professional, not a hobby. She specializes in an array of different hairstyles like locs and twists.
Keisha’s website quotes “Over the years I have learned while doing hair that all twist styles are the same..Regardless of all of the different twist styles out there..You either know how to twist or you don’t.All twist are basically done the same way..The only difference is in the hair required for that particular style…So ladies, If you bring me the correct hair for the twist style that you want..I can make it happen and for less 
Call or email me to inquire. I specialize in creating unique natural hairstyles for women that are transitioning over from perm to natural and even for those that are not transitioning and just want to give their hair a much needed break. I am also a certified dreadlock extension loctician. Over the years I have attended several natural hair seminars and shows and as a result I have learned many twist styles as well as learning how to make very natural looking dreadlock extensions.”
Contact Keisha: Cell (404)428-3632
HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-7:30pm
Saturday 9am-7:30pm
How to Create and Maintain Dreadlocks
How to Create and Maintain Dreadlocks
Have you ever wondered how dreadlocks are made? In this article, I will explain how dreadlocks are made the natural way. Using these instructions you will be able to achieve the look of dreadlocks in no time depending on how fast your hair grows.
A natural looking dreadlocks that is achieved by surfers, hippies, and various types of travelers have a more instinctive look. They do not look contrived or forced. This more natural looking dreadlocks is highly sought after.
Dreadlocks are not only for Rastafarians. Though this is where the name is derived from, and is a popular hair style among Rastafarians. Dreadlocks have been worn for centuries. The Celtics, Vikings, and Ancient Egyptians are just a few of the cultures that have worn dreadlocks over the years. They are not a cultural style. They have been around longer than the comb and have been worn by many cultures.
You can achieve a natural looking dreadlock in two ways. One is completely natural, and the other requires a little help.
The completely natural approach requires that you do not brush your hair. As long as your hair has a little bit of a natural curl, it will easily dread right up. If your hair is straight it may take a while for the dreadlocks to form.
Once your hair has matted up you will need to divide it into dreadlock size portions. If you do not do this you will be left with one giant dreadlock of matted hair. The hair in the back of your head will have a tendency to stay into one large lump of matted hair. You will need to separate this hair with hair ties to keep it in the smaller dreadlocks forms. These bands will eventually fall out by themselves.
Since washing your hair during this period can cause the dreadlocks to fall out it might be required to not wash your hair during this period. If this is not an option, as it can take several months to form proper dreadlocks, you may want to opt for the second approach for straight hair.
The second method to forming dreads is less natural. You need to mess up your hair. You will be making an intentional matte. Moving your hand in a circular motion against your scalp can help achieve this process.
Next you will want to tie knots into your hair. This is a rather long and time consuming process. So this is best done while enjoying your favorite shows or listening to music. Divide the hair into your preferred sized dreadlocks. Some hair will not want to be divided into these clumps. Let the hair naturally flow into the locks.
Once you have a section divided you can begin knotting. This is done by doing very bad braids. Passing the hair through each other until it is all knotted up. If you feel like you are making a mess of your hair, then the process is working.
Complete one section at a time until you are finished. This may take several days to complete as it will leave your hands aching after a few sections.
Some of your hair can be stubborn and not want to stay in the dreads. If this occurs just ignore them as they will soon dread up on their own.
After a few days or weeks your dreads will start looking like proper dreadlocks and once again you can leave your humble home.
Keeping your dreadlocks clean is a very important question that many people ask: To wash or not to wash? If you choose not to wash you will have to suffer through a few itchy weeks until your natural oils begin cleansing your hair. The hair will smell bad to others, but it should not bother you. If you choose to wash your dreads you may undo them as the shampoo has a tendency to make the dreads fall out. You can take the middle ground by only rinsing them with water. Avoid rubbing them to much while your dreads are still forming. Washing your dreads is a personal option. If they itch too much, then wash if not let them crust on up.
There are many products designed to clean your dreadlocks. But dreadlocks are a natural approach to hair care. It is designed to be a lazy hair style. Let those products go and stay on the natural look. You will have to trade your hats in for new ones, but you will save money on shampoos and conditioners.
