I always laugh at kids at gatherings wit waxed dreads. its all MTV lol.. just a trendy way to "get" locks quickly which is an oxymoron.
i dont do anyhting to my hair other than wash it with bronners. Im planning on having my dreads for a long time so i dont mind them looking 'bad' now. I just tie my hair back when i go out which makes it look alot more presentable. If youre planning on letting your dreads grow and caring for them and enjoying the process or whatever why risk damaging them just for the sake of loops which are actually a good thing?