elemental extensions

If you are new to dreadlock hair extensions, here is some basic info you may be wondering. Also, see links for color options, picture gallery, and tips/tricks.

1. What are they made of?

They are handmade from a soft synthetic blend of kanekalon and afrelle fiber. Much like high quality wigs. They are hypoallergenic as well as flame resistant.

2. How are they made?

I personally have been making them for 15+ years and wear them as well. They are made with a 5 step method which includes crocheting and heat sealing with slick tapered pointy bottoms.

3. How are they put into my hair?

They are braided into your natural hair in sections about the size of a dime each. They are non damaging and can be worn over and over again.

Clip ins are easy put in like you would other clip in extensions and they have a soft silicone strip to secure in place easier.

4. How long can I leave them in?

When braided in, they can be left in for approx 4 to 6 weeks depending on how fast your hair grows as well as how often you tie your hair up. That will determine how snug they stay. But be assured they will NOT fall out.

5. How are they secured?

I personally prefer a braid called a blanket braid, which spirals around your natural hair and one side of the dreadlock and then it is fastened with a rubber elastic band. I only use rubber bands because plastic ones will break down quickly and snap. We don't want that.

6. How many dreads will i need?

Depending on the thickness of dreads that you want (average being 0.8cm), you'd need about 50 double ended dreads to fill your head. 60 if you have a large head.

Partial sets depend on the look you are going for of course.

7. What is the difference between double and single ended dreads?

Simply put, a single ended dread is a dread with a little loop at the top. They are best used for partial sets where you just want to add a few dreads as accents in with your natural hair.

Doubles are essentially 2 dreads in one. One extra long dread thats braided into your hair at the center point...making 2 dreads (2 ends). They are best suited for full sets because they fill in the spaces between dreads wonderfully, as well as give perfect volume.

8.What are clip in dreads?

Clip ins are single ended dreads with a professional hair clip attached to add a partial dread look or just to try them out. They are available in single, double, and quad clips.

9. Can i choose any colors i want?

Yes. I have a color chart and various colors not even on the chart. So if you have something in mind, let me know and I can do my best to make it happen.

10. How much does it cost?

Cost varies depending on the length desired and the amount of work involved. A full set starts at $300CA for 18 inches.

11. Can i put them in myself?

Absolutley. I can link you to various Youtube tutorials and you can easily use a simple common braid if that is what you are most comfortable with.

I am also available for installs if you are in my local area.

12. How do i wash them etc?

Please see my link to care and tips on this page where i go into detail on this and much more.

Hair length

•Your natural hair only needs to be a few inches long to put them in. As long as you can start a solid braid and tie it off securely you are good to go.

Installation:

Double ended dreads

1. Take a section of hair about the size of the dread.

2. Now, split that hair in half and lie the dreads center point down

on your scalp in that section.

3. Braid onto the bottom leg of the dread and tie off with an elastic.

4. Continue until your desired look is complete.

• If you make it snug, it will last longer.

(You can use a regular braid or blanket braid).

• I prefer the blanket as it's very pretty and shorter

• If you need additional video links to help feel free to

contact me at elementalextensions1111@gmail.com

Single ended dreads

1. Take a section of your hair about the size of the dread.

2. Now use a crochet hook, Bobby pin etc to pull that section of your

hair through the dread loop.

3. Simply braid your hair into the dread and tie off with an elastic.

Clip In dreads

You can lightly backcomb and/or put dry conditioner in the area you are going to clip your dread into to secure it more. Place wherever you'd like.

Elastics

• I always recommend using rubber elastics over plastic as they do not

breakdown overtime and last far longer.

Wear time

• Generally 4-6 weeks. If you wear your hair up a lot or your hair grows fast,

the time difference may vary. You'll know when it's time to take them out

when they aren't as snug.

Washing

• Cleaning them is quite simple. Just keep your scalp clean and the braided natural hair. Yes, you can use your regular shampoo and conditioner.

• Let your regular shampoo/soap run down and rinse through the extensions.

•Once clean, ring out the dreads in big sections and squish/wrap them with a towel.to dry. You can also blow dry to speed up the process if needed.

• When you want to bathe/shower and not get them wet, simply use a shower cap or plastic shopping bag. Tie it over your hair to keep them out of the water.

Swimming

You can absolutely swim in pools and the ocean etc with these dreads. They will not change color or become damaged. Simply dry as you normally would post shower.

Sleeping

• You may sleep as you normally do, or wrap them up with fabric out of the way or put into a couple of braids. I haven’t found it makes much of a difference.

Removal

• Carefully cut the elastic and undo the braid. Your hair will be very very curly.

• Add a lot of conditioner and rinse well.

Tips and Tricks

Creating extra length and layers

• You can actually braid onto double ended dreads at any point. There are no rules.

By having a longer and shorter end you can create various looks.

Turning a double into a looped dread

• Hold the folded dread at the center point and add an elastic creating a loop.

Refreshing

If after wearing them you'd like them to be like new again you can refresh them.

*Please be VERY careful if doing this.*