How To Maintain Custom Colors of JumpropeWicks & Locs

How to Maintain Custom-Colored JumpropeWicks
  • Target Washing: Focus your shampoo more on the scalp rather than aggressively scrubbing the length of the wicks. This prevents the distinct color segments from bleeding or fading prematurely.
  • Thorough Drying is Critical: Wicks are much thicker than traditional dreadlocks. Because they hold onto a lot of water, you must blow-dry them completely to avoid trapped moisture, which can cause internal mildew ("dread rot").
  • Minimalist Product Routing: Avoid heavy gels, waxes, or thick creams. These products build up easily inside thick wicks and are incredibly difficult to rinse out, which ruins the clean definition of the color blocks. Moisture and Shine: Instead of heavy products, use lightweight, natural oils (like jojoba or avocado oil) and rosewater mists to keep the hair hydrated and the colors looking vibrant.
  • Night Protection: Always wrap the wicks in a large satin or silk bonnet before bed to minimize friction, protect the crochet structure, and prevent lint from getting trapped in the hair fibers.