Towel Rub Dreads Straight Hair? 97 Most Correct Answers

Rewinding locs is one of the most important and sensitive maintenance methods when it comes to our locs.

One of the many lessons we learn with locs is the beauty of balance. Too much of anything (even the great stuff) can be harmful and harmful. We love the “middle way” and believe that all great things come in moderation. That being said, how often we rotate our locs is an important step in maintaining healthy locs as they grow. Over or under twisting our locs can damage our locs and cause some maintenance problems later. If you want to achieve the locs of your dreams, the products you use and how often you spin are everything (or almost everything).

How often should I re-twist my locs?

You won’t love this answer, but every hair is different. It’s hard for us to tell you how long your retwist should last without knowing what loc phase you are in, the style and texture of your hair, and your daily habits and lifestyle. That being said, a typical retwist should/could last anywhere from 4-6 weeks. But again, it depends on how you take care of your locos.

Your retwist can last longer, it can even last months if you take the right steps to make your retwist last longer.

This will make your retwist last longer

If you really want your retwist to last longer, there are a few steps you can take to make your retwist last beyond your average length of time.

Wear a towel and a shower cap when showering – a shower cap with material inside, rather than one that’s just plastic, will help your retwist last longer. A plastic shower cap causes hair to frizz due to steam getting into the shower cap. You want a shower cap with material in the cap to protect your locs. If you have to wash your hair frequently, you most likely need to re-twist it more often. If you shower or bathe with uncovered hair and take a really hot shower, your hair will steam, especially if your hair is very fine, your hair will fall out. Find a hair bonnet, durag, or silk scarf and wear your shower cap on the fabric to protect your locs. Always go to bed with your hair scarf if you want your hair to look beautiful and well-groomed for longer. Tie your hair up at night with a hair scarf or wrap your hair in your favorite bonnet. You can also add a silk material around your edges under your hood for extra protection. We recommend our hats, which we offer both short and long. Allow your hair to dry completely when grooming it. If we don’t rush the drying process, our hair strand will last longer. They should be under a dryer for at least an hour. Let your hair dry for about 40-50 minutes. Take your clips down and, with two braids, put them under the dryer for another 30 minutes. First let the back of your head and the outermost layers of your locs dry. Then you can even take your braids to the dryer to get into the locs. Pinch your locs to see if they are completely dry. Treat your hair as if you had a roller set. Getting your hair wet will naturally revert it to its natural curl pattern. Even if your hair is re-twisted, when it gets wet the hair will revert to its natural curl pattern. Cover up during the rain. Do not place your locos under a plastic bag, this will generate steam. Protect your hair from fog and rain with either an umbrella or a scarf.

final thoughts

Increasing the time between each retwist depends on how careful and aware we are of our locs and our habits. Some of us don’t have the time or patience to pay attention to every little detail, while others love having that kind of control over their locs and their retwists.

How long your retwist lasts is up to you and your maintenance routine. Follow a routine that best suits your dreams and your lifestyle. Sometimes we need to readjust our expectations or our habits to get the results we really want. Go with what makes you happiest, we’re big fans of self-care!

Finding the perfect drying method can be difficult for women with natural hair. Even when every step of the washing process is carefully calibrated — from water temperature to sulfate-free conditioner — improper drying can wreak havoc on the curl pattern. The solution? Microfiber towels. They’re a simple, effective way to ensure your curls dry properly.

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The problem with regular towels

Your standard bath towels are probably cotton. While cotton is undeniably durable, soft, and absorbent, the woven framework used to make traditional towels isn’t ideal for natural hair. These towels are made up of loose loops that are woven together to create the standard towel structure. While this scaffolding improves absorption and makes towels effective for drying wet skin, it also creates friction. When used to dry natural curls, this texture can cause frizz.

The difference between microfiber towels

Instead of cotton, microfiber towels are made from a mixture of polyamide and polyester. This material is even softer than cotton, minimizing the frizz-inducing friction caused by regular towels. These towels are also structurally different; They are woven together with tighter loops. When used to dry hair, they glide smoothly over curls and do not disturb the natural curl pattern.

The GSM factor

Towel quality is often measured by GSM, which measures grams per square meter. Microfiber towels tend to have more grams per square meter than cotton towels due to their tightly woven framework. The higher the GSM, the more absorbent the towel. This is beneficial for women with thick, curly hair as it can take hours for their hair to dry completely.

The main advantages of microfiber

When you choose a microfiber towel, you will immediately notice the difference. Due to the soft surface, they reduce the frizz that occurs when you rub your hair with a regular towel. They also absorb moisture better, which can significantly reduce drying time. If your current washing and drying routine is just taking too long, a microfiber towel can help cut your drying time in half.

how to use it

Immediately after washing your hair, stand over the sink or bathtub and gently squeeze your hair with your hands. This should remove some of the excess moisture. Once your hair is no longer dripping wet, grab your microfiber towel. Instead of rubbing your hair dry, just wrap it in the towel and pin it on your head. This should be enough to kickstart the drying process.

Every woman’s hair texture is different and requires different drying times. However, after a few uses, you’ll get a feel for how long your hair takes to dry when wrapped in microfiber. You’re sure to find that drying time is a lot more efficient when you swap out your standard towel for a curly towel!

This question is often asked by our buyers. We’re asked how often we should turn our engines around, do we turn around every month, and more.

These questions come from buyers and potential buyers, especially when they have just started their journey with the locomotive. There is no hard and fast rule as to how often you should re-twist your locs. It all depends on two key factors:

1. How fast does your hair grow and

2. How often do you wash it?

Answering these two questions can help you determine how often you should re-twist your locs. Let’s get into that.

HOW FAST DOES YOUR HAIR GROW?

Do you know how fast your hair grows? Knowing this will help you determine how often you should re-twist your locs. If it’s growing fast, you may need to flip faster than someone whose hair grows slower. When the new growth emerges, it tends to grow in any direction it feels like. So re-twisting it will help train the hair to locate faster and in the right direction. However, if your hair is slow growing, you won’t need to re-twist your locs as often. Slower breeders can go up to two months between repeats (waiting that long for starter locs is not recommended).

HOW OFTEN WASH IT?

How often I should wash my locos comes up a lot. Everyone has a different washing program because the scalp does not get dirty often. Some locd people don’t use a lot of products, don’t do a lot of physical activity, have product buildup, or don’t sweat much, so they don’t need to be washed weekly. Someone who exercises often, sweats a lot, or has product buildup may wash weekly or every two weeks.

Now that we’ve discussed a washing routine, the frequency of turning is closely related. The retwist frequency depends on whether you are in the starter loc phase or have mature locs. It also depends on the nature of your curls, your hair type and your back twisting method. Starter locomotives should be washed monthly or at most every six weeks. When meshing, you can go up to eight weeks between reps.

Since there is no hard and fast rule for flipping your locs other than the recommendations above, let us know in the comments how often you would like to flip your locs and use some of your favorite Peculiar Roots products.

Special Roots product recommendations

Aloe vera gel, pomade, linseed mousse & care oil