How To Get Matted Dreads Out

Slowly work your way up the dreadlock until you get to your roots.

How to get matted dreads out.

It ll work against you in this process holding your strands together. Cut out mats when all else fails. While this can sometimes take days depending on the length and thickness of your dreads you can save some or all of your hair by detangling them. Not only does it give your cat a bald spot that may take months to fill in completely you run the risk of injuring your cat.

To keep your dreads wet while detangling them fill a spray bottle with hot water and conditioner. Step three wash your dreads the first step in removal is washing out any wax or build up you may have. While the most certain way to get rid of a stubborn tangle or mat cutting should usually be your last option. A citrus based shampoo helps to remove buildup.

Work 1 dread at a time slathering it with conditioner and using a rat tail comb to pick out the end of the dreadlock.