Maintenance
Dreadlock Maintenance & Repair
$70/hour
All maintenance/repair services are charged at the hourly rate.
You can book a timeframe based on experience or budget, and I will do as much as possible within that timeframe, or you can send me some pictures of your hair and describe your goals for the appointment to get my recommendation on appointment timeframe.
Dread Maintenance Deposit $70.
DEPOSIT REQUIRED in order to SECURE appointment and will be credited towards your TOTAL. BALANCE is to be paid on the day of your appointment.
Deposits are non-refundable and non-negotiable
If you can not make it to your appointment, please notify Connie with a minimum of 48 hours in advance so that your deposit can be credited to yo
Lokktology Dreads accept Pay ID, Bank Transfers Afterpay or Cash.
My technique is simple, gentle, and natural using only a crochet hook.
No chemicals, no wax,
Terms & Conditions
Photos and videos may be taken of your dreadlocks during your appointment for the purpose of building a portfolio. These images and recordings will be shared on various social media platforms. Please advise if you are not comfortable with this.
I reserve the right to decline services to a client during their appointment if the condition of their scalp, hair, or dreadlocks is unhygienic. If you present to your appointment with hair that is wet or damp, excessively oily or dirty, have open wounds, fungal infections, lice/nits or other scalp conditions your appointment will be cancelled and your deposit will not be refunded.
Please be respectful by ensuring your dreads are clean and dry before your appointment.
Q. HOW OFTEN SHOULD I HAVE MAINTENANCE?
A. Whenever you feel like a tidy up!
Whilst baby dreads need extra maintenance to help them keep their form in the early months, mature dreads can last much longer between maintenance. Some people like 2-3-monthly maintenance appointments, others only once or twice a year.
Q. HOW LONG DOES MAINTENANCE "LAST"?
A. The nice, tight, frizz-free look will last a week or two, or until your first wash.
But the effects of professional maintenance are long-term. It helps to aerate your scalp, keeping it healthy and avoiding fungal infections or dandruff. It also helps maintain the structure of the cylindrical lengths, reducing flat spots. Maintenance also prevents matting on the scalp, which can cause discomfort, bacterial infections, and alopecia.
Q. HOW LONG DOES A MAINTENANCE APPOINTMENT TAKE?
A. 2-3 hrs for a full head, or 1-2 hours for half head is the average.
Separating, matt removal, repairs and decorating will add extra time.
Q. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MAINTENANCE?
A. Normal maintenance is usually done on the base/roots to tuck in all your regrowth. Base only maintenance.
If you prefer the uniform, straight look then you'll need base & length maintenance - this will take a longer appointment.
Q. HOW CAN I KEEP MY DREADS TIDY BETWEEN MAINTENANCE?
A. You can regularly separate them to prevent matting and conjoined dreads.
Palm rolling helps to keep the lengths tight and smooth.
Twisting your dread at the scalp gently in a clockwise direction may help contain your regrowth and keep a neat appearance.
Wash regularly, at least once a week, and dry thoroughly.
Wear a sleep bonnet or use a satin pillowcase to avoid frizz.
Q. IS MAINTENANCE PAINFUL?
A. The tightening of bases and tucking away loose hair at the scalp with a crochet hook should be done at least 1cm or half a fingernail away from your scalp for a pain-free experience. Tension, a pulling sensation and tightness is normal and will only last a day or two.
You should NOT be leaving your appointment with a super sore head or a massive headache, or if you can't lay down without pain, or if you need to take a panadol for relief, this is not normal! Super tight maintenance (especially on caucasian hair) is not necessary and does not mean that the outcome will be "better" for you and your dreads.
Q. CAN I DO DIY MAINTENANCE AT HOME?
A. Of course! I promise you won't ruin them (as long as you dont interlock/root flip). The worst that can happen is you'll mix up your section lines, not do it properly, or get a sore arm from reaching up & around. Hook stabs are also common so be careful and work slow.
Just remember, a good loctician ( ME!) can fix anything so don't be shy if you give it a go and need help.
