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Knotty Boy FAQs
.: Knotty Boy Product Questions
.: Knotty Boy Dread Wax
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Knotty Boy Dread Wax
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Can wax damage your hair and make it fall out?
Definitely not, losing hair has more to do with
lifestyle and genetics. We do know people have been using beeswax and
beeswax-based products on their dreads for decades and we've never heard back
from a single one of our own Knotty Boy customers that our product caused
their hair to fall out. If you have a strong, healthy noggin of locks, you don't
have too much to worry about.
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Does your product attract dust and particles because it is mainly a beeswax product?
Although it is beeswax-based, Knotty Boy Dread Wax does not attract any more
dust or lint than any other hair product. It is slightly tacky when it is first
used, for the first day or so, but it quickly absorbs and binds the dreadlock
from the inside. Knotty Boy does not attract lint or dust, UNLESS you have
over-waxed, or are doing something excessively dirty and not wearing a hat to
keep them clean. Otherwise, the wax doesn't attract anything not associated with
normal,...
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How long should I keep using the wax?
We really recommend the wax for up to the first 6 months, or however long it takes for your locks to fully knot up. With consistent backcombing of the ends and palmrolling, most people are off the wax and using Tightening Gel by about 3 months. You can continue to use the wax sparingly for mostly cosmetic reasons as it makes all those fuzzies lie flat on the dread and moisturizes your locks, too.
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How many jars is enough to start a beginner Knotty Kid?
One jar will definitely lock up the average user's hair to start, and have
enough left to maintain it for a few weeks at least after. If you have super
long and thick hair, or are wanting to do a lot of tiny dreads, think about
grabbing a second jar. Or if you want, order two jars even if you don't have
long or thick hair, just so that when you run out, you don't need to order
online and wait again for it to arrive.
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I have really puffy hair, but regular pomades just make it look greasy. Can I use your wax to tame my undreaded hair?
Actually, we have TONS of people that do not have locks, but use Knotty Boy Dread Wax for their every styling need. We often hear that people have thrown out their gels and sprays and only use Knotty Boy for their frizzy, fly-away hair because it leaves their hair with a soft, thicker texture, rather than a crispy one... So just go ahead with it and see what happens with your hair. Again, use it sparingly, especially because it contains beeswax and not the easiest thing to remove from soft...
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I have sensitive skin - will Knotty Boy wax make my skin break out in zits or an allergic reaction?
There are no chemicals or perfumes in the wax. All ingredients are totally non-allergenic and natural. Although the Kukui is classified as a nut, like Coconut, there are very few, if any, documented cases of allergic reactions to this nut. Having said this, it is always good to exercise extreme caution if you have severe nut allergies and discuss usage of this product with your doctor. Please see http://www.knottyboy.com/learn/ingredients/ for more information on the health benefits of...
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If I use Knotty Boy Dread Wax, can I turn my braids into dreads?
Yes, you can start dreads from braids, BUT they will always kind of look like
braids. Now if you don't mind that, then by all means go for it, but people
often braid their hair and leave it expecting that one day they will have nice
fat Marley locks, but that rarely is the case. Your dread braids will always
look very thin and kinky like braids, which can be a very cool look, just
different. And definitely get a good shampoo like our Shampoo Bar which has NO
conditioners in it and...
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Should I re-wax after washing?
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use wax on DRY hair – EVER. Phewf! Now that’s outta the way: yes, you’ll re-wax
after shampooing, once your hair is 100% dry, all the way through. Applying wax
to hair that is at all still damp will trap moisture leading to a mildewy
smell. Eew!
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Should I use the light or dark wax?
If you have blond, red or light brown hair you’ll probably want to use
the colourless formula. The dark wax is best for people with brown to
black hair. The lighter wax is clear, not “light coloured”. It will be a
little cloudy at first on darker hair, but once it’s absorbed you won’t
see it.
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Wax or Tightening Gel for starting my dreads?
Either product is great for starting locks, but wax does have one huge advantage in
that it’s NOT water soluble. What that means for you is that you can wash your
hair (after the initial 2 week wait) and the wax will hold those knots
together. The Tightening Gel is great for starting locks too, but you will have
to reapply every time you wet your hair, and backcomb and palmroll after every
wash, without fail. We recommend using the wax to start for the first couple of
months, then...
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Why is the wax so clumpy?
The large amount of natural beeswax in the KB Wax means that it’s quite stiff. The oils in the formula will help it smooth like buttah when you work it in with your fingers, or by palmrolling.
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You say the wax isn't water soluble. Does that mean it won't wash out?
The KB Wax has a leg up on just plain ol’ beeswax because while it isn’t water soluble it IS shampoo soluble. KB Wax will wash out, but not in just one wash (which is why it’s so great for starting locks.) when you stop using the wax, it will gradually wash out over time leaving you with perfectly formed, soft-to-the-touch dreads.
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Knotty Boy Product Questions
Knotty Boy Dread Wax