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Everything your dreadlocks need, in one place.
Honest advice for every stage, from your first backcomb to mature locs, plus the products and locticians to back it up.
Searches our guides and the shop at once.
What do you need help with?
Each one takes you to the right guide, with products and next steps.
I’m starting dreads
Methods for every hair type, starter tools, and what to expect month by month.
Smelly or damp dreads
Spot dread rot early, deep clean with an ACV rinse, and dry properly.
Dry, stiff or loose dreads
Moisture that won’t cause build-up, and ways to tighten loose roots.
Swimming & sleeping
Swim caps sized for locs, and satin caps and pillowcases that keep lint out.
Find a loctician
Browse locticians for starting locs, retwists, repairs and removal.
Find a loctician near you
A growing directory of locticians. See what they specialise in and contact them directly. More cities are being added.
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Shop by need
Starting dreads
Sponges, tools and starter essentials
Washing & detox
Residue-free shampoo for clean locs
Moisture & scalp
Oils and moisturisers for dry locs
Sleep & protection
Swim caps, satin caps and shower caps
Styling & accessories
Wraps, bandanas and accessories
Hats & headwear
Beanies and hats that suit locs
Find your dread care routine
How old are your dreads? Pick one and we’ll take you to the routine that fits.