i've had my dreads for almost 5 years (wow, now that I think of it) and I wear mine up all the time too (for work) somedays I regret it, most days I don't care. It has definetly slowed down the knotting process (especially at the roots). I still have some hair that is undreaded after all this time. I also have super thin hair and haven't used any products. my hair is undreaded at the front and i'm debating chopping it off into bangs. your bangs look so darn cute and have inspired me.
@ KL My roots are pretty lose too but maybe its just down to the texture of our hair i.e thin so even we had our hair down all the time the result would still be the same? I dunno just a thought You should try bangs as the best thing is if you dont like it you can just grow out,also just cut bit by bit untill you get the right length.Would like to see pics of yourdreads too if you get chance pretty please