YES. Twists are effective as a starting method for dreadlocks, but usually not for Caucasian or asian hair types. Many salons will tell you that they are, but we end up fixing a lot of these cases, so know before you go. This is different than backcomb-and-twist started locks, usually because most twists aren’t backcombed, which is the necessary step for most hair. Braids are pretty self explanatory. Again, braids can be used as a starter method, but it’s a long process, and the braided hair usually won’t ever turn into a truly knotted lock. It’s a great look to rock on its own merits, but there are way easier ways to start dreads.