After growing my locs, I thought I would miss out on the typical things that people with non locked hair would do, such as brushing my hair. Obviously, I couldn’t brush my locs in the non-matured stages, but later on, I figured out the answer to whether it’s safe to brush or not to 
brush my locs.
Brushing Locs Has Benefits
Even though your hair is locked, your scalp still needs to be taken care of, especially if you want healthier, longer dreadlocks. Brushing your locs has a lot of benefits.
Choosing The Right Brush for Locs
You can stimulate your scalp by using a soft bristle brush to brush your dreadlocks occasionally. Choosing the right brush is very critical, so that you won’t cause damage to your hair or delicate scalp.
Brushing Before Washing Your Dreads
One of the best times to brush your dreads is before you wash them. This way, if there are any lint or other debris trapped in your hair, they can be brushed out while your hair is still dry.
What Locking Stage to Brush Your Locs?
If your hair is not fully locked, don’t brush it, because you will end up unlocking your locs. Once you’re in the matured stage, where your locs are completely locked, you can go ahead and add brushing to your regular natural hair-care regime. I brush my locs, and it does me wonders.
Brushing Freefrom Dreads With Ponytail
Another way to use a hair brush to brush your locs, is when you’re trying to style your hair into a ponytail. Sometimes between washing and retwisting, I’ll wear my hair in a ponytail. To get the frizz under control, I usually smooth the semi-freeform locs back with a brush.
Brushing After Oiling Your Scalp
Brushing your locs also helps to distribute oils throughout your hair, and maintain your parts. The brushing helps to massage your scalp, preventing build-up of dead dry skin cells, while promoting a healthier scalp, which is more favorable for faster hair growth.