Learning how to detox dreads properly will help maintain the appearance and overall health. And add shine and bounce. Locs can’t be washed and maintain like loose natural hair. Since dreadlocks are matted hair that is tightly locked, they easily trap odors, dirt particles and refuse to come out with usual cleaning and head washing methods. Therefore, detoxing is the part of the journey that results in good care of the dreads and is an essential component for dreadlocks maintenance. Detoxing removes toxins and impurities. Deep cleaning that targets the buildup of product residue, dirt and other impurities that tend to get trapped within the locs overtime.
When first starting lock journey phase three is when detoxing can start as needed. Shampoos, conditioners and serums leave residue on dreads accumulation over time can give you an oily scalp. Also, sebum builds up, deeply cleansing your dreads removes oil build up. Additionally, wax and gels can build up on your locks. Cleansing shampoos prevent buildup unless you have considerable amount of buildup. Furthermore, doing treatment too much strip your hair and scalp of its natural oils.
Detox
Remember to listen to your hair and scalp. Because detox factors include your hair type, lifestyle and environment. Signs your hair is in need a deep clean include
- Dull lifeless apperance
- Heavy-weighed down feeling
- Unpleasant ordor
- Itchy, irritated scalp
- Slow or stagnant hair growth
- Excessive flaking or dandruff
Watch for these signs and detox as needed. Also, there are two methods. Apple Cider Vinegar rinse or/and Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda Detox. Your loctician can give you an idea of dreads deep cleaning. So, visits to your loctician or stylist should be a part of your loc regime to help maintain healthy locks and detox needs.
Ingredients
Apple Cider Vinegar – Common household product that can deeply clean hair. A healthy scalp range between 4.5 and 5.5 on the PH scale. ACV restores your scalp PH level. However undiluted ACV can be too acidic and cause irritation, dryness and breakage. Benefits of cleansing with apple cider vinegar rinse or detox are
- Removes buildup
- Rebalances PH level
- Kills bacteria and fungus
- Softens
- Tames frizz
- Improve luster
- Removes dirt and impurities from dreads
- Remove some of the weight from your head
Baking Soda – Deeply cleans and removes product and sebum residue.
Lavender is one of the few essential oils that can be used directly on the skin.
Lemon Juice – Natural grease remover that can help soften the hair, balance oils on the scalp, strengthen the hair follicles and promote growth
Clarifying Shampoo – Cut through product buildup and oil while cleansing the hair
Since everyone hair is unique you would need to find a dilution and frequency that works best for your hair type. Finally, breathe new life into your locs and keep them healthy, light and beautiful with a deep clean.
