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Snyfin
08-17-2006, 09:30 PM
How could I convince my parents to let me try dreadlocks? I am not a Rasta, but I really like them. I already know how they "are a whole lifestyle" and "they don't happen overnight". If I just washed my hair with water and nothing else, and never combed it, would I get dreads? What are some good tips and products for dreads.

And even though I am not a Rasta: "Jah Love!" hehe http://www.hipforums.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif
Morning Myst
08-18-2006, 12:22 AM
You probably would get more answers here (http://hipforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=209) . There's even a thread about parents, and everyone will be glad to help you with your questions. See you there!:)
WayfaringStranger
08-18-2006, 12:26 AM
ummm you want to use soap on your head. sorry.
wait if your 32 why do need an OK from the folks?
Snyfin
08-18-2006, 09:12 PM
ummm you want to use soap on your head. sorry.
wait if your 32 why do need an OK from the folks?Hehehe....

But seriously I just usually don't want people to know my age...
salmon4me
08-22-2006, 10:24 AM
How could I convince my parents to let me try dreadlocks? I am not a Rasta, but I really like them. I already know how they "are a whole lifestyle" and "they don't happen overnight". If I just washed my hair with water and nothing else, and never combed it, would I get dreads? What are some good tips and products for dreads.

And even though I am not a Rasta: "Jah Love!" hehe http://www.hipforums.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif
Wait until you go to college and then find someone to dread your hair for you. When you arrive back home for your first visit, make sure to have a solid report card in your hand.
Bumble
08-25-2006, 02:35 AM
just do it. that's what i did and my parents never said a word about it..
Irish Hippy
08-25-2006, 05:00 AM
Are you REALLY 32 and needing your parents permission????? :o
Snyfin
08-27-2006, 07:33 AM
Are you REALLY 32 and needing your parents permission????? :oNo, I am actually allowed on here ( the age limit is 13). It's just for safety. There are some on here who are psychotic. Hehe, you know who you are!
sun-shine
08-27-2006, 05:09 PM
You would need to find someone who could actually dread your hair for you. Natural dreads as you've talked about, can take years to form. If any of your friends or someone you know can do it, ask them. It'll take a few hours, and then there's a lot of upkeep. Dreads are quite a comitment.
And as for your parents... I would suggest sitting down and talking to them about it like adults. I don't know your parents, but as long as you show that you're ready for dreads, then I'm sure they'll be good about it.
Good luck. :)