Masike’s dreadlocks: Culture or just a hairstyle?

YEARS ago, dreadlocks, dreads or locks, whatever term of choice for them, used to be associated most closely with Rastafarians, but now, people from different cultures are spotting them.

While dreadlocks are said to be difficult to grow as the first month is often characterised by a heavy cost, extensions are now available, without one having to wait for months or years for the hair to fully lock.

The choice to wear dreadlocks is believed to be a major decision because of the numerous connotations surrounding the style.

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