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Shoulder-length dreadlocks, front viewCatalog example

Images are AI-generated catalog examples. Your real result depends on your stylist’s technique and your hair type.

Hairstyle · Braids

Dreadlocks

Shoulder-length locs, where the hair gradually locks together into thick, rope-like strands. A look with a strong identity and a long-term hair commitment.

Length
Medium length
Upkeep
Medium
Best textures
Coily, curly, wavy
Face shapes
Oval, square, long, heart

How would Dreadlocks look on you?

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1 credit · no credits used until you press CONFIRM · combine with a color and beard in one try

Try it with a color — still one CONFIRM

What to tell your stylist

“I’d like to start shoulder-length locs. Please make them medium thickness and even. Let’s decide together on the best method for my hair type and how often to maintain them.”

Tip: show the result you made in Mane too. A description plus a picture is the clearest brief.

Why choose it

  • A strong, personal look
  • No daily styling
  • Works with natural hair texture

Keep in mind

  • A long-term decision; very hard to undo
  • Washing and drying take long, and roots need regular maintenance

Similar styles

Colors that go well with Dreadlocks

About Dreadlocks

Locs can be started in several ways: backcombing, twisting or crochet. They mature over the first months and tighten with time. Maintenance means working new growth at the roots into each loc at regular intervals, usually every four to eight weeks.

On oval, square and long faces, shoulder-length locs create a balanced frame. They form most easily and healthily on afro-textured and curly hair. Taking locs out is difficult and time-consuming, and often means cutting the hair, which makes previewing the look especially valuable.

Can dreadlocks be taken out?

They can, but it’s very time-consuming and the hair may break. Many people choose to cut their hair when they give up locs, so it makes sense to see the look on your own photo before you start.

Can I get dreadlocks with straight hair?

Yes, but the locs take longer to form and need more frequent maintenance. On afro-textured and curly hair, locs form more easily and evenly.

How many credits does it take to try Dreadlocks in Mane?

Each CONFIRM costs 1 credit and creates one image. Picking options and browsing uses no credits; a credit is only used when you press CONFIRM, and it’s refunded automatically if the generation fails. You can combine a hairstyle, color and beard in the same CONFIRM. During the beta, credits are bought in the app and the same balance works on the web.

Try it on your own photo in 3 steps

  1. Add your photo

    Keep your face centered and well lit. Uploading a photo and picking options uses no credits.

  2. Dreadlocks is preselected

    The studio opens with this choice. Add a color, beard or smile if you like; everything is applied in the same try.

  3. Press CONFIRM

    Your result is usually ready in 10–30 seconds. Save your favorite, compare side by side or show it to your stylist.

See it before you cut or dye.

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