Canada's Only Dedicated Dreadlock Studio with an In-House Product Line

Handmade, residue-free dreadlock care — from a licensed loctician who’s been doing this for over 20 years.

Dread Love is Toronto’s first full-service dreadlock studio with its own in-house line of handmade, residue-free products made specifically for locs.

Founded by Krista — a licensed hairstylist, Certified Loctician, and Canada’s only dreadlock product maker — Dread Love has been serving the Canadian loc community since 2012.

Real credentials. Real experience. Real respect for loc culture.

Krista holds a Certificate of Qualification from Skilled Trades Ontario — a regulated license that reflects formal training and professional standards. Your hair is in the hands of someone who takes it seriously — and honors the culture it represents.

Every product is made by hand, in small batches, using natural, organic, loc-safe ingredients. No fillers. No fluff. Just real care, designed by someone who actually works with dreadlocks every day.

Whether you’re locking your hair for the first time or maintaining mature locs, you deserve products and care that are made with you in mind.

Born in the Maritimes and based in Toronto since 2004, Krista brings coast-to-coast dedication to every studio session and every product that ships across Canada.

Explore the studio. Try the products. See why Dread Love is trusted by dreadheads from Newfoundland to Vancouver Island.

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New to Dreadlocks? Start Here.

Starting your dreadlock journey can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

At Dread Love, we keep it simple. Whether you're brand new and have baby locs, or just looking for better dreadlock care, this guide walks you through the basics: how to wash, dry, and maintain your locs without buildup or confusion.

Read the Aftercare Guide and feel confident from day one.

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    Dreadlock Repair

    Revive and transform your dreadlocks with custom repair services. Whether you need to fix thinning roots, reconnect broken locs, or reshape sections, we approach every repair with care and attention to detail. We also offer dreadlock extensions and total transformations for clients seeking a bold change or a fresh start.

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  • New Dreadlocks

    Begin your dreadlock journey with precision-crafted installations designed for your hair type, lifestyle, and aesthetic. At Dread Love, we specialize in both natural and synthetic dreadlock installations using techniques that protect your scalp and support long-term loc health. Ideal for new clients looking to start fresh with confidence.

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    Dreadlock Maintenance

    Keep your dreadlocks looking clean, healthy, and professionally maintained. We offer root tightening, section reshaping, and scalp care using gentle, residue-free products. Regular maintenance helps your dreads mature properly and stay strong. Services available for all hair types and dreadlock methods.

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Canada's Leading Source for Quality Dreadlock Products.

Discover our full collection of handmade, residue-free dreadlock products - from natural shampoos and scalp oils, lightweight styling sprays to clean, residue free waxes that leave no buildup. Each item is made in Canada to help you style and maintain your dreadlocks with confidence, free from buildup and full of definition.

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“I’ve been coming to Dread Love for over 15 years. Krista is more than my loctician — she’s my sister and my friend. She respects my rasta culture, my locs, and my spirit. Nobody else is touching my crown. I love the Sea Spray and the Scalp Oil specifically because they keep my locs tight and happy, and my scalp fresh. Jah bless Dread Love, always.” — Mina 💛
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Proudly Canadian

Dread Love only currently ships to Canada. Online Gift Cards are available for purchase in the USA and can be used for in-store services or products. Shipping to USA coming soon!

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Made For You Because I Care

👑 Why I Created Dread Love Products

I created this line for the people who wear their hair with pride, for those on the journey, for anyone who's been searching for clean, honest loc care that actually works.

These products are gentle, effective, and made to support healthy scalps and strong roots — without stripping, sticking, being sticky, or pretending to be something they’re not.

And because people trust me with their crown, I don’t take shortcuts. I made these for all of you. Your hair, your needs, your journey — I remember.

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