Helpful Resources

Dreads by Francesco Mastalia, Alfonse Pagano, and Alice Walker

Hairlocking: Everything You Need to Know : African, Dread and Nubian Locks by Nekhena Evans

Locs for Life: The Root to Well Being for African-American Women by Kalimah Johnson

Nice Dreads: Hair Care Basics and Inspiration for Colored Girls Who've Considered Locking Their Hair by Lonnice Brittenum Bonner

Textured Tresses: The Ultimate Guide to Maintaining and Styling Natural Hair by Diane Da Costa

No Lye: The African American Woman's Guide To Natural Hair Care by Tulani Kinard

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