Understanding And Treating Tension Bumps

You’ve been counting down the days, picturing yourself with your new set of Wildcrafted Beauty synthetic dreadlocks. Your install day could not arrive quick enough.. 

Finally, today is the day! And as you walk out of the hair salon, you can’t help but feel like a brand new version of yourself. 

The way your dreads fall, the way they move and the way YOU feel is……

Everything you imagined and more!

Girl, we love it too! 

That night, still buzzing from all the compliments you’ve been getting on your hair, you're more than ready to crash into bed. But just as you’re getting comfortable, you feel it—the tightness creeping across your scalp.

It’s a little snug, but that’s normal, right? Everyone says that fresh installs can be a bit uncomfortable at first. So, you brush it off and fall asleep. 

But when you wake up the next morning, something feels off. 

That mild tightness has turned into a persistent itch, and as you take a look at your hairline in the mirror, you notice them—tiny red bumps, scattered like guests that you never invited over!

Your heart sinks. "What now?" you think, touching the irritated spots. 

You love your new dreads,

 but these bumps?

 Not so much.

Girl, you’re definitely not alone! This hairstyle takes a little getting used to and a whole lot of patience, but—it’s so worth it! Now, those tension bumps you’re feeling?

That can totally happen, but we wanna make them a rare thing instead of the normal! As always, We’ve got your back, and we’re going to walk you through three easy steps to calm your scalp and get you feeling comfortable again.

But first, let’s understand what tension bumps really are:

See those red spots? Those are tension bumps, which is basically your scalp’s way of saying, "Whoa, too much pull!" When a hair follicle gets pulled on too hard, it can get irritated, inflamed, and sometimes even turn into a little pimple!

They mostly happen around your hairline, don’t feel super good, itch and they hurt….a tiny little bit……. 

Step 1: Preventing them! Install Tips.
Those baby hairs on your hairline? Leave those out! That’s why tension bumps happen in the first place!  Especially if you’ve got a sensitive scalp or are new to dreadlocks. So we’re here from the future with two tips that will save you a headache (seriously!)

• Let your baby hair breathe! 
• Do not install your dreads in too tight.
• Do not leave them in for too long (if they are, they spin on your hair and pull on it!) 
• Start with loose tension at the root, but once you’ve started braiding, tighten your natural hair around the dread. Medium tension is key!

Many women make these common mistakes that put unnecessary strain on their hair: the install is too tight and their delicate baby hairs can’t handle the pressure. 

The result? Tension bumps

And nobody wants that!

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Step 2: Show Your Scalp Some TLC: Bye Bumps!

• Hop in the shower! No matter what’s going wrong, a good shower can always make things right….. and when it comes to these dreadlocks, it’s no different! The warm water, the steam, a residue-free shampoo with an aroma that washes you with a soothing feeling of hey, everything is gonna be okay……..Yup, That is most definitely a job for our ​​divinity shampoo bar. As the water flows through your braids, your scalp and hair soak in a moisture you’ve never felt before!
• You reach for your shampoo bar, tucked inside the anti-frizz shampoo bag, and as the water hits it, the cooling, refreshing scent of rosemary bursts into your senses. Soon, the divine geranium oils fill the air, ready to work their magic on your hormones, giving you the perfect balance.
• With tiny circles, you gently massage the shampoo bar onto your scalp, feeling the hydration being pulled into your skin. The apple cider vinegar works like a reset button, bringing your skin’s pH back into alignment.

Sighhhh This is the relief you’ve been longing for.

• For the ultimate TLC move, grab your scalp massager and give your roots some extra love while you wash your dreadlocks. This is next-level relaxation! The bristles work wonders, stimulating your scalp, loosens up your braids, improves circulation, and just gives you that amazing "aaaah" feeling. 

Now that your scalp is refreshed from that shower, we want it to know that it is loved and cared for—- for that, you will need Cooling Veil —a deep breath of relief for your itchy, irritated scalp. 

In about 5 minutes, a cooling sensation takes over, easing the itch and hydrating the dryness. 

What does it feel like?

Basically like your scalp just drank a tall glass of refreshing water! As the coolness fades, you notice your scalp feels calmer.

That’s all because of these two: 

• Aloe vera (has a cooling effect that instantly soothes an itchy, irritated scalp, while also helping to reduce inflammation.)

Is that really all I can do to feel better?

Did we mention that we crafted a product specifically for this issue? No? Well, meet the Rescue Anti Blemish Serum—this tiny bottle is magical! and is your go-to for calming down tension bumps and blemishes. 

It’s loaded with:

• Colloidal silver, a natural antibiotic, promotes wound healing and reduces inflammation, aiding in the treatment of various skin conditions.
•  Tamanu oil that carries a green hue and works to not only restore and repair the skin, but to encourage redness to blend out and encourage your skin back to its natural hair.  

Roll it over the irritated spots, and watch the redness and swelling start to disappear. The roller makes it easy to sneak it right into those tricky areas and tackle them! 

In just a day or two, those bumps will be long gone!

And before you even ask…. Yes! These can be used pretty much anywhere. 

So, not just on your scalp? 

Girl! You can roll that Rescue Serum on any spot on your body where you’ve got a blemish or breakout. It’s your all-in-one skin saver!

We’re talking….

• Indulging in a cheesy dip a couple of nights before your big photoshoot, and now a breakout has appeared out of nowhere. No need to panic! just grab your Rescue Serum!
• It’s that time of the month, and PMS strikes again—those pesky pimples show up right before your date night. Rescue Serum to the……. rescue!
• The weather is changing, and now your skin is acting up in full force. Roll on some Rescue Serum!

Step 3: Loosen Up (Seriously, it Helps!)

So you’ve pretty much tried everything mentioned above but you’re still feeling uncomfortable. Here’s what we suggest: you will have to do a quick do-over on the strands where the tension bumps seem to be popping up from.

It can really be as simple as that!

 Unbraiding and braiding again…. Except this time it’s a more relaxed braid. 

If you go through these three steps, we’re pretty sure tension bumps won’t bother you again! But if they do, now you know exactly what to do.

 Remember, this hairstyle is all about making you feel confident and happy, and we’re here to help with any bumps along the way. Your scalp is just getting used to its new look, so patience is key! 

The more you rock those dreadlocks, the smoother it’ll feel. You've got this, Wildcrafted Woman!

See what women who have tried rescue serum are saying about it:

“Where do I start? This stuff is amazing! I try to have it on hand all the time. I have used this for tension bumps, I had what seemed to be a boil in my armpit and used it there also! Gone in TWO DAYS. My daughter who has VERY sensitive skin has used it for her pimples right before bed and it would be gone in morning! Sometimes, the stubborn ones take a few days but it at least keeps them at bay in size and redness.”  — Margaret A 

“This is GOLD!----I've been wearing dreadlock extensions for over a year now and I've gotten certain spots that get tension bumps. No matter how tight or how loose. Ordered and tried this miracle right here. TWO DAYS. Swelling and irritation was gone in TWO DAYS ladies!” — Samantha R

“Miracle!! So I was excited to get this in and let me just say two days later my neck breakouts are almost completely gone…” —- Amanda T. 

P.S. We made Rescue Serum the perfect size to pop in your bag, so you’re always ready whenever something unexpected shows up. 

No stress, no cover-ups—-just healthy, glowing skin on the go!