Ok should be getting backcombed later this week (most likely friday or saturday). Just a few final questions: 1. the comb...what kind should it be... I looked at some nitcombs in boots, theyre cheap (£3) and the teeth are very close together, but not very long, I 'm wondering will this be a problem? Dreadhead make one which I would assume is very good, but is it worth spending like £4 on it if I can get a cheaper one? eg a steel dog comb... 2. I want them thin...My hair is long (past my shoulders) very straight but very thick (strange combination I know lol).... How big should the sections be in order to get thin dreads...I'm thinking no bigger than inch... is that about right?? 3. I've noticed on this website they seem to backcomb but then leave the very tips of the hair un-backcombed, which gives the dreads a very cool spiky look. eg- http://members.home.nl/romkesijtsma/RastaLove/cren.htm . I would like to get this done as it looks cool and also I would lose less length off my hair. I would just like to check that there isnt any hidden problem with doing this...eg the knots falling out easily etc... (this is the kind of thing only experience can tell lol) So there we are. Any wise words? Thanx in advance Jag
The knits combs are good for getting the dreads super tight. But jesus after using one for hours and hours you'll wish death upon yourself or whoever your backcombing! With the dog brushs they usually have a nice wooden handle that's much easier on your wrists! You'll have a bloody hard time getting rounded tips on your initial backcomb so that'll just happen without even trying! Your backcombing will fall out anyway, you can keep putting it in, eventualy it's easier just to give up and let it do what it wants.
cool thanks! Also, the soap... don't know if you have "lush" in america but they make all-natural shampoo bars... am I right in thinking these will do the job well? Ive been told theyre good as theyre residue free and all-natural etc.
Not all Lush soaps are natural (heeds the warning of someone who was caught out) Basically look at the ingredients and if it says anything like Sodium Lauryl or laureth sulfate, stay away!
Well, just cos its you I'll have a look on the lush website... http://www.lush.co.uk/products/Jumping_Juniper_Jumping_Juniper_2007.aspx That's jumping juniper, which is actually natural! Baiscally, sodium lauryl/eth sulfate is a detergent which is horrifically bad for your hair, especially dreads. Basically that one has Sodium coco sulfate which is made with coconut, so is better for you and natural! Read through the ingredients lists online before you go and search anything funny on google, and you'll see if it's natural or not.
ahhh I see so this is the dreaded SLS that everyone talks about... thank you muchly for the warning! much appreciated!
