This listing is for 10 mermaid style human hair dreadlock extensions, approximately 50cm / 20” long and 7mm wide. They feature a built-in loop at the top, allowing them to be braided in for temporary wear or they can be permanently crocheted in.
Full Description
Our gorgeous mermaid locs made from quality human hair. A loop is built into the top if you wish to braid these into undreaded hair or alternatively, the loop can be cut off if you wish to use these to lengthen existing dreadlocks.
INCLUSIONS: 10 x Individual dreadlock extensions.
SIZE/LENGTH: Approximately 50cm/20in in total length, half of which is dreaded and the other half is undreaded. 7mm in thickness.
COLOUR: Please see the colours available in the drop down box. If you want a mix of different colours, choose Blend and then leave a note in the comments box with the colours you would like and how many of each.
*A note regarding the BLONDE colour ~ It's difficult to detect but there is a very subtle colour difference between the curled mermaid tails and the dreaded part which is slightly lighter and ashier in tone. This is because the process of curling the tails does alter the colour very slightly in the blonde.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The mermaid tails feature a semi permanent wave which will straighten with each shampoo, however, they can be re curled using heat tools. Please note that like most types of human hair extensions, the long mermaid tails may be more fragile due to the chemical processing involved in lightening and colouring to achieve its final shade. In particular, the lighter colours undergo the most amount of processing. We recommend treating them with extra care and conditioning regularly to maintain the health and appearance of the mermaid tails. Dread Empire Conditioning Spray can be applied to the ends as needed to help keep them soft and tangle free. All newly dreaded hair will initially feel quite stiff and with ongoing wear, they will become a little more flexible and softer.
INSTALLATION: If braiding in, take a section of your own hair and pull it through the loop. Our Latch Hook is an excellent tool to use to pull sections of undreaded hair through the loop. Move the extension up to the scalp, split the section of your own hair in two and install with a blanket stitch braid. Secure the braid with either Nylon Extension Thread or Pro Elastics.
Click HERE for videos demonstrating installation into both undreaded and dreaded hair.
COLOURING / TONING: Being human hair, our mermaid locs can be toned, however, we caution that due to the previous processing, achieving consistent results can be challenging on all types of human hair extensions.
Purple toners and shampoos can be quite drying and whilst generally, this is not an issue for the dreaded part of the mermaid locs, the deterioration of the undreaded mermaid tails may become evident. It’s important to use a highly moistourising purple toner and if necessary, ensure further conditioning is applied after toning.
Always test any colouring or toning on one dreadlock first to ensure you are happy with the results before proceeding.
If you select Blend, please leave a comment with what colours and how many of each you would like.
QUALITY, WEAR & RETURNS/REFUNDS: Our dreadlocks are hand crocheted using hair which is on average 9-10" long. More hair is added to build the length as we work our way down the dreadlock which is a common dreadlock extension making technique. To secure the long mermaid tails we have more tightly crocheted the bottom of the dreaded part which makes it feel just a little denser towards the bottom of the dread. We have also inserted a tiny amount of wig adhesive to the centre of the dreadlock for extra security and please note, this is not visible in anyway.
Just like your own dreaded hair, they will mature in time and with wear and will become a little more flexible. Also just like your own dreads, it's normal for loose hairs to escape with wear, particularly after shampooing and occasional maintenance maybe required by using a crochet hook to pull any escapees back into the dreadlock. We recommend reviewing your dreadlocks on arrival and make sure you're happy with the colour, look and feel. You can even shampoo one dreadlock to gain a clearer understanding of how they behave and wear. Any returns must be requested within 7 days of receiving your order and only dreadlocks which are unused, unworn and in their original condition are eligible for refund.
Need help deciding on what is the best extension for you? Click HERE to see the overview of our entire extension range.
Shipping & Returns
All orders are dispatched within 24hrs of receiving payment, Monday through Friday via Australia Post.
Within Australia
Regular Post ($6.95 flat rate for any size order).
Express Post ($10.95 flat rate for any size order).
International
The shopping cart will automatically work out your shipping costs based on the weight of your order and advise you before payment is required.
New Zealand orders on average take 7-12 working days.
For all other countries, please allow approximately 10-15 working days.
Customs processing and clearance in your country may impact this timeframe by a few days.
Returns Policy - (Damaged Items / Change of Mind)
We accept returns when they are arranged within 30 days of receiving your order.
To be eligible for a return:
- Items must be in their original condition, unused, and unaltered
- Returns must be approved before being sent back
How to Arrange a Return
Please email contact@dreadlocks.com.au within 30 days of receiving your order to arrange your return. Returns sent without prior approval may not be accepted. Once your return is accepted, please ensure it it is sent back within 7 days of acceptance.
Return Shipping
Return shipping costs for 'Change of Mind' are the responsibility of the customer
If the return is due to an error on our part (e.g. faulty or incorrect item), we will cover the return shipping costs
Refunds
Once your return is received and inspected, refunds will be processed within 5 business days. Refunds will be issued to the original payment method.
Redelivery - (Incorrect Address / Non-Collection / Lost)
In the event we have been given an incorrect mailing address or the package is not collected, we are happy to resend your order to another address if/when it is returned to us. A redelivery fee will apply which will be the actual shipping cost, no admin restocking fees will be charged.
Lost in Transit
Occasionally, delays may occur. If your parcel has not arrived 10 business days after the estimated delivery date, we can escalate the matter with Australia Post for investigation. Depending on the outcome, we will either resend your order or issue a refund.
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