Dreadlock Technique

Love Locs uses Crochet Technique which is 100% Natural and requires no product (eg, wax).

This technique can be used on all hair types (straight, afro).

Kristi-Ellen has perfected her technique over the years to to keep as much length as possible. If you choose to have open end dreadlocks (loose hair on the bottom), after install you will only loose 3ish centremetress of length.

It is Love Locs highest priority to treat your hair and scalp with tender love and care. Love Locs will not leave your head hurting for days after as Kristi-Ellen values the wellbeing of your scalp and hair follicles. Improper technique over time can damage the hair follicle which can lead to loss of hair growth. You scalp/hair follicle health is important to us.

FAQs

How do I prepare for my appointment?

It is recommended to switch to a sulfate + paraben free shampoo and to refrain from conditioning up to 4 weeks before your dreadlock install if possible. This strips the chemical build up from the hair allowing for quicker dreadlocking

What is the cost dependent on?

Dreadlock Install cost is dependent on dreadlock thickness/quantity, hair texture and hair length. Hair that has texture (afro) or is damaged by bleach or the sun will dreadlock quicker/easier then virgin straight hair.

Weekdays $65/hr

Saturday $70/hr

Sunday $75/hr

Pricing

1/2 Hr Appointment

Weekdays $40

Saturday $45

Sunday $50

1+ Hr Appointment

Pricing Guide

Maintenance appointment length is dependent on the locs condition.

This includes hair quality, loc length, hair type and the frequency of crochet maintenance.

Single Locs: Approx 1/2 Hour

Single Row Underneath (4 Locs): Approx 1 hour

Partial Set Locs on Crown(20-30 Locs): Approx 4 hours

Partial Set Locs Back of Head(30ish): Approx 4 Hours

Full Head Short - Above Shoulders (50-60 Locs): 4/5 hours

Full Head Medium Length - High Chest (50-60 Locs): 7/8 hours

Full Head Long Length - Mid Chest (50-60 Locs): 10+ hours

After Hours: >6pm

Additional $10/hr

Sectioning

Love Locs will section your dreadlocks to suit the shape of your head.

This is done custom to every person with the shape of squares and triangles in a brick formation.

Brick formation allows the dreadlocks to fall in a way that covers as much scalp as possible giving you the fullest look possible. If you desire a different sectioning technique Love Locs is happy to discuss this further with you.

Dreadlock Styles

There are many style options when choosing to get dreadlocks. These include:

Dreadlock back of the head leaving the crown and face framing hair loose.

Dreadlocking the crown of the head for dreadlock top knot / mohawk.

1 row (3-4 Locs) or 2 rows (7 - 9 Locs) on the nape

Single or Feature Locs

Dreadlock Mullet

Dreadlock Beard

Full Head

Dreadlock Technique

Love Locs uses Crochet Technique which is 100% Natural and requires no product (eg, wax).

This technique can be used on all hair types (straight, afro).

Kristi-Ellen has perfected her technique over the years to to keep as much length as possible. If you choose to have open end dreadlocks (loose hair on the bottom), after install you will only loose 3ish centremetress of length.

It is Love Locs highest priority to treat your hair and scalp with tender love and care. Love Locs will not leave your head hurting for days after as Kristi-Ellen values the wellbeing of your scalp and hair follicles. Improper technique over time can damage the hair follicle which can lead to loss of hair growth. You scalp/hair follicle health is important to us.

FAQs

How do I prepare for my appointment?

It is recommended to switch to a sulfate + paraben free shampoo and to refrain from conditioning up to 4 weeks before your dreadlock install if possible. This strips the chemical build up from the hair allowing for quicker dreadlocking

What is the cost dependent on?

Dreadlock Install cost is dependent on dreadlock thickness/quantity, hair texture and hair length. Hair that has texture (afro) or is damaged by bleach or the sun will dreadlock quicker/easier then virgin straight hair.

Weekdays $65/hr

Saturday $70/hr

Sunday $75/hr

Pricing

1/2 Hr Appointment

$40

1+ Hr Appointment

Pricing Guide

Maintenance appointment length is dependent on the locs condition.

This includes hair quality, loc length, hair type and the frequency of crochet maintenance.

Single Locs: Approx 1/2 Hour

Single Row Underneath (4 Locs): Approx 1 hour

Partial Set Locs on Crown(20-30 Locs): Approx 4 hours

Partial Set Locs Back of Head(30ish): Approx 4 Hours

Full Head Short - Above Shoulders (50-60 Locs): 4/5 hours

Full Head Medium Length - High Chest (50-60 Locs): 7/8 hours

Full Head Long Length - Mid Chest (50-60 Locs): 10+ hours

After Hours: >6pm

Additional $10/hr

Sectioning

Love Locs will section your dreadlocks to suit the shape of your head.

This is done custom to every person with the shape of squares and triangles in a brick formation.

Brick formation allows the dreadlocks to fall in a way that covers as much scalp as possible giving you the fullest look possible. If you desire a different sectioning technique Love Locs is happy to discuss this further with you.

Dreadlock Styles

There are many style options when choosing to get dreadlocks. These include:

Dreadlock back of the head leaving the crown and face framing hair loose.

Dreadlocking the crown of the head for dreadlock top knot / mohawk.

1 row (3-4 Locs) or 2 rows (7 - 9 Locs) on the nape

Single or Feature Locs

Dreadlock Mullet

Dreadlock Beard

Full Head