{"id":3886,"date":"2019-02-17T14:18:16","date_gmt":"2019-02-17T14:18:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodnights.rest\/?page_id=3886"},"modified":"2019-06-23T05:48:41","modified_gmt":"2019-06-23T05:48:41","slug":"how-to-sleep-with-dreadlocks","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/goodnights.rest\/how-to-sleep-with-dreadlocks\/","title":{"rendered":"Sleeping with Dreadlocks? Tips & Must Haves Here"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Hair is an often overlooked consideration when it comes to sleeping. What do you do with it? How do you protect hair from breakage and tangles when you’re not awake?<\/p>\n
There are\u00a0people that\u00a0go to extreme measures to care for their hair!\u00a0Especially true if the\u00a0it’s\u00a0long or coiffed.\u00a0Some\u00a0may change their sleeping position entirely. Some may even use special pillows to sleep without disturbing or damaging their hair. Case in point: the Japanese takamakura<\/a>, used by geisha for centuries.<\/p>\n What about dreadlocks? What can do you to protect them while still sleeping in comfort? Do you know how to sleep with dreads on your head?<\/p>\n Let’s get a definition out of the way first, for the uninitiated.<\/p>\n Dreadlocks, sometimes called locs\/locks or dreads, are bundles of matted or braided hair. They often look like thick strands of rope and may form naturally through neglect,\u00a0or encouraged and manicured using several techniques: backcombing, rolling, etc.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Don’t think that dreadlocks are a fad, though! There is evidence of dreadlocks being common in many ancient civilizations. This method of hair maintenance has roots in everything from religious beliefs to\u00a0social stature.<\/p>\n Whatever your reasons may be for choosing to put your hair in dreadlocks, Good Night’s Rest is here to help. Dreadlocks are a commitment,\u00a0benefiting\u00a0from patience and persistence. They do require specific care if you don’t want them to look messy, or worse, dry and unhealthy.<\/p>\n Part of caring for your dreads is knowing how to sleep with dreads! Check out our tips below.<\/p>\n If your locks are “mature”—meaning you’ve had them for a while—you probably already know all about sleeping with dreads. But figuring out how to sleep with new dreads is something that\u00a0doesn’t usually come from instinct.<\/p>\n Caring for and maintaining your dreads is essential. Dreadlocks are prone to dryness and damage, and may attract dust and debris. You may feel uncomfortable and experience itchiness sometimes.\u00a0 All of these are avoidable with\u00a0a proper routine.<\/p>\n Let’s look at several\u00a0habits\u00a0that can help you manage your dreadlocks at night.<\/p>\n Do not underestimate the importance of a healthy scalp, especially if you are sporting dreadlocks. The weight and movement of your locks is different from that of free-flowing hair, and may put stress on your scalp. This can cause irritation, itchiness and general discomfort.<\/p>\n Daily scalp massages will encourage hair growth, increase blood circulation, and maintain moisture. When you massage your scalp, you aid in the even distribution of\u00a0sebum—an oily, waxy substance produced naturally by the body that works to protect and moisturize your skin. You may also use massage oils to introduce moisture and soothe an itchy or dry scalp.<\/p>\n When should you massage your scalp? Right before sleep! This is to allow the oils time to work their magic on your skin. Circular movements of your fingertips, from your hairline to right above your neck, will do wonders. It shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes, but feel free to go slow if you think your scalp needs a little more love.<\/p>\n<\/a>What Are Dreadlocks?<\/h2>\n
<\/a>How Do You Sleep with Dreadlocks?<\/h2>\n
1. Massage Your Scalp<\/h3>\n