Washing dreads is not too different from washing undreaded hair! Despite the stereotypes of dirty dreadlocks, it is not difficult to keep dreadlocks clean and beautiful. You will need a residue-free shampoo and to remember to RINSE, RINSE, RINSE! I have had clients who use the exact same shampoo - some have clean dreads while others have soap residue buildup - the only difference was how much they were rinsing. Additionally, you only need to apply your residue-free shampoo to your scalp. As you rinse, the shampoo will naturally work its way down the bodies of your dreads!