Clip-ins VS Braid-ins

Clip-in Wool Dreadlocks

Braid-in Wool Dreadlocks

Prep:

  •  Start on freshly washed- 2 day old hair. 
  • Have the dread clips, crocodile clips and metal parting comb handy.
  • Level 3 hairspray comes in handy.

Prep:

  • Start on freshly washed, dried hair. 
  • Have the dreads, metal parting comb, elastics and crocodile clips handy.
  • A spray bottle with 1 part tea tree oil to 10 parts water helps.

Installation:

  • Installation time: 20 mins - 45 minutes.
  • Section the hair in layers, back-comb and tease the roots.
  • Clip the dreads into the teased section. 
  • If you need more hold spray  roots with hairspray then clip.

Installation:

  • Installation time: 2 hrs - 6 hrs.
  • Individual 3 strand braids to secure each dreadlock.
  • Elastic hairties to hold in place.
  • Ask a friend to help with install to make time go faster.

After Install:

  • Clip-ins must be installed and uninstalled daily.
  • Natural hair will remain loose.

After Install:

  • Braid-ins can stay in anywhere from 3 weeks to 2 months depending on install method.
  • Natural hair will be braided in. 
  • Tea tree water solution comes in handy in the first few days of install. 

Uninstall:

  • Simply un-clip the dreadlocks. 
  • Comb through your hair or keep as is for next day install.

Uninstall:

  • Takes about 45 mins - 1 hr to uninstall.
  • Snip the elastics out or unravel the elastic hairtie. 
  • Your roots will naturally dread up, so you will want to comb them out afterwards, unless you plan on starting naturals.

 

 

Benefits of Clip-in VS Braid-in:

Clip-ins are a wonderful option if you are looking for a nice hairstyle that you can just clip in fast and go. This is a great option if you work in a professional setting that does not allow un-natural or different hairstyles. These dreadlocks are designed more for those "Weekend styles" but can be worn daily if you don't mind installing and uninstalling daily. Do you go to festivals, or cosplay at all? this could be a great option for you if you only need to wear them for a short period of time. With these Clip-in Wool Dreadlocks, your natural hair will still be loose throughout them. 

 

Braid-ins are a lovely option if you are looking for a more permanent option. Although it does take a bit longer for the initial install, the finished product will last anywhere from 3 weeks to 2 months depending on the install method used. This is also a great option for someone who typically doesn't like to style their hair a lot or doesn't have the time to. Once these are installed, there are many ways to style them that take minimal effort and time. Braid-ins are also considered a "protective" style, as you will use no heat or product on your hair, letting your natural hair absorb more of the natural oils it already produces. 

 

Overall clip-ins or braid-ins can be a great option for you if you want the look and feel of real dreadlocks without having to actually dread up your hair. It is of course up to you on what option you decide to go for. Either way, you have some similar benefits to both. You can add pops of texture, color and even decorate to your personal style. You can make either of these options personal to you and your style. Try them out! These options might surprise you on how easy it can actually be!

 

 

 

 

 

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