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Get answers to common questions about Dreading Services - Start Up.
Appointment time varies by hair length, density and desired loc size. Most start-up sessions take between two and six hours. Your stylist will assess hair during consultation and provide a personalized time estimate before beginning.
The $125 starting price includes a consultation, parting design and initial dread creation for a basic head. Final cost depends on hair length, thickness and number of locs; extensions or complex patterns are additional.
We use gentle start-up techniques and avoid excessive tension to reduce breakage risk. A professional assessment ensures your hair type is suitable; we recommend strengthening treatments or alternative methods if damage risk is high.
Arrive with clean, product-free hair; avoid heavy conditioners or oils for at least 48 hours. Lightly detangle if possible, and bring inspiration photos. We'll perform a brief consultation and scalp check before starting.
Initial tightenings are recommended every four to eight weeks while locs mature. After the first year, maintenance typically shifts to every two to three months depending on growth, lifestyle and desired neatness.
Yes — synthetic or human-hair additions can be incorporated during start-up for added length or volume. Pricing and timing vary; schedule a consultation so we can match color and plan the proper attachment method.