Wiz Khalifa’s Hair: Long Dreadlocks
Laid-back hip hop/rap star Wiz Khalifa’s hair is in the ultimate classic, protective style for Afro hair: long dreadlocks.
Why We Love It:
He’s had it bright purple, blonde tips, beaded tips, twist outs… but MFH is liking Wiz Khalifa’s hair in this long, classic dreadlock style.
It’s still quite versatile – he can wear it half up/half down like Lenny Kravitz had here, pull it into a ponytail, or style it into a man bun like KSI if it’s hot.
Dreadlocks take a long time to grow and to perfect, so you need to put time into keeping them clean and healthy.
You’ll need to use natural, residue-free products, and apply light, natural oils to your scalp regularly, taking the oil down from the roots to the ends of your hair. How regularly you do this depends on your hair texture and how dry your scalp feels.
At night it’s best to sleep in a durag so that you don’t damage your locs in your sleep.
What To Ask Your Barber:
- If you’re into Wiz Khalifa’s hair vibe, those long dreadlocks will require patience to develop if you’re starting out with shorter hair.
- Always speak to your barber/hairstylist about the best ways to go about getting locs.
- Also ask them how to protect your hair from damage, too.
- Remember, getting them to chest length is going to take a lot of time and your hair will look a bit messy when you start the process.
- When your locs are a bit more ‘mature’ – around a year after you first started your loc journey – you can get them trimmed.
- An ideal time to do this is when they need a ‘retwist’.
- This should be done no more than once a month – some people can go for two months – it depends how fast your hair grows.
Get The Look
- Wiz Khalifa’s hair looks great – so ensure that your hair is healthy before starting the loc process.
- This means regular conditioning and scalp care.
- There are various methods for creating dreadlocks, such as palm rolling, twist and rip, and interlocking: choose a method that suits your hair type and desired look.
- As well as getting advice from your barber, you’ll be able to find loads of tutorials on YouTube.
- Divide your hair into small, even sections. Smaller sections will result in more dreadlocks and may lead to a neater appearance.
- As clean hair dreads better, use a residue-free shampoo to wash your hair, and make sure it’s completely dry before starting the process.
- Depending on your chosen method, start working on each section to encourage the hair to lock. Be gentle to avoid causing breakage.
- Regular maintenance is crucial for healthy dreadlocks. This includes palm rolling, separating any conjoined locks, and keeping your scalp clean.
- Use products specifically designed for dreadlocks and avoid those with heavy residues. Residue can cause buildup, making it harder for the hair to form locs.
- The time it takes to achieve chest-length dreadlocks will vary as it’s dependent on your hair type, growth rate, and maintenance routine.
- Regular care and patience are key to successfully growing and maintaining your desired loc length.
