So your son/daughter wants dreads and you don't feel it's in their best interest.
Well dreads, contrary to the beliefs of some are not an inherently unclean or unsanitary hair style. They are washed and cared for in much the same way that braids are. They will not make your child smelly or dirty and won't damage
their scalp or the roots of their hair. Unlike tattoos dreads can be removed quickly
and inexpensively by cutting them,
or
simply combing them out with
Dread-Zasta
(dread removal cream) when your son or daughter grows tired of them.
Most workplaces accept well maintained dreadlocks and those that don't are
usually pacified with an all black dread tam (a knit hat for holding dreads). Dreads are
not associated with any cults or gangs; however they are associated with
vegetarianism, vegan-ism and other natural and heath conscious life styles.
The process of dreadlocking forces one to look inward for strength and assurance and
promotes spiritual growth as well as pig-headedness....I mean determination. Dreads are
very inexpensive to maintain compared to normal hairstyles which require maintenance by
a salon. Pomade, mousses, gels and expensive conditioners are replaced by a completely
biodegradable, environmentally friendly wax and a residue free shampoo.
So, maintained dreadlocks are sanitary, actually healthy for the hair and scalp. And while
the dreads themselves will one day give way to a less interesting hairstyle, the learning
that took place will be permanent. And not only does the process of growing dreadlocks
build self confidence and promote spiritual growth, it allows your child a safe, natural
and non-permanent way to express themselves. It's your call.
