How to detangle curly hair

Video: HOW I DETANGLE EXTREMELY MATTED, DRY, TANGLED HAIR // FOR NATURALLY CURLY HAIR 2020

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Steps
Method 1 of 4: Dry and Wet Hair
Method 2 of 4: Detangling Dry Hair
Method 3 of 4: Detangling Wet Hair
Method 4 of 4: Preventing Hair Tangle
Tips
Warnings
What do you need
Additional articles

Curly hair looks beautiful, but requires increased attention and careful care. Otherwise, your hair can become dry and unruly, it will constantly tangle, and you have to struggle with it on a daily basis. People with curly hair know how easy it is to tangle. However, not everyone knows that brushing your hair is not the best way to detangle it. In fact, brushing tangled hair often causes damage, as does the use of harsh chemicals and dyes. This article explains how to detangle your hair without damaging it.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Dry and Wet Hair

1 Consider detangling your hair with water and hair conditioner. This method is best for dry, coarse hair and tight curls. Hair of this type is difficult to detangle when dry. Dry hair can break, and tight and frequent curls are much easier to detangle when wet. Water weakens the grip of the hair, it glides easier and becomes more pliable.
- After loosening your braids, apply conditioner to your hair. If your hair has been braided for a while, do not brush it dry. Apply a moisturizing conditioner to your hair to keep it from pulling out when tangled.
- Brushing dry, curly hair can further curl and even tangle.
2 Consider detangling dry hair. This method works well if you have curly, but not very curly hair, or for thick, heavy hair. You can detangle the hair with your fingers, a wide-toothed comb, or a flat brush. Even if you are going to wet your hair, try to dry it out as much as possible first.
- Hair is usually easier to detangle when dry. Dry hair is stronger, so it breaks less often. If your hair is too stubborn, you can dampen the brush with an oil (such as olive oil) to make brushing easier.
3 Try different methods for your combination hair. If you are growing out your hair, you may have to try several methods of detangling your hair. Relatively short hair can be detangled dry, while longer hair may need conditioner. As your hair type changes, you may need to change the method of detangling it.

Method 2 of 4: Detangling Dry Hair

1 Choose the right tool. Dry hair can be detangled with your fingers, a wide-toothed comb, or a flat brush.
- Using your fingers, you can find and unravel small knots.
- Brushing or combing hair can damage the hair. Dry hair is not very flexible, so be careful.
- A flat brush is best for slightly curly hair. It is less suitable for hair with thick curls.
2 Divide your hair into four sections. Divide your hair into four sections and secure with pins to detangle separately. If you have very thick hair, you can divide it into more strands.
3 Lubricate your hair with oil to prevent damage. Apply some oil (like coconut oil) to your fingers. This will help reduce friction between your fingers and hair.
- Try lightly sprinkling argan oil on your hair. This will make it easier to brush your hair with a flat brush or comb. Argan oil can be purchased at a beauty supply store.
- If you're pulling your hair out with your fingers, consider wearing latex gloves. This will help keep the oil on your hands.
4 Find the knots. When brushing your hair, look for tangled spots. Unravel one knot at a time. If possible, try to separate the tangled area from other hairs. In this case, it is convenient to use a mirror.
5 Detangle your hair from roots to ends. Select a separate knot and run your hair through your fingers. Start at the roots of your hair and run your fingers towards the ends. After you have dealt with the first knot, work your way down to the ends of your hair until you unravel the entire strand.
6 Use hairpins to secure each strand of loose hair. After untangling the next strand, twist it a little and fasten it with a hair clip. This will lock your hair and prevent tangling again.
7 Continue to detangle your hair. Go through all the strands in sequence. At the same time, fasten the detangled strands with hairpins until you completely untangle the hair.

Method 3 of 4: Detangling Wet Hair

1 Use your fingers to detangle dry hair as much as possible. In many cases, dry hair cannot be completely detangled. However, try to detangle your hair where possible before applying conditioner.
2 Dampen your hair. Detangle your hair in the shower, or simply wet it with water. As a result, they will become more slippery and easier to unravel.
- Try towel drying your hair before applying the conditioner. This will leave your hair damp enough to detangle without getting too wet and holding the conditioner in place.
3 Use conditioner. Use a gentle jet of water in the shower and apply hair conditioner to a wide-toothed comb. Comb your hair. At the same time, move from the bangs to the back of the head and from the roots of the hair to their ends, gently unraveling the knots. Make sure your hair is properly lubricated with conditioner. If you have thick hair, use your fingers to help. Do not pull on your hair to avoid pulling it out.
- Apply conditioner to matted hair. Knead the knot with your fingers and try to let the air conditioner not only lubricate the outside, but also penetrate inside.
4 Rinse your hair lightly again.
5 Detangle your hair with your fingers or a wide-toothed comb. Gently run your fingers from the roots of the hair to the ends. If you come across a knot, try to unravel it with gentle movements. Do not tug on the knot with a comb or brush. Comb your hair gently in short strokes.
- When brushing your hair, hold it with one hand to avoid pulling at the roots.
- It is possible that you will pull out a few hairs - don't worry too much about this. This often happens when detangling the hair. Conditioner will help protect your hair from damage.
6 Braid your hair to protect it from soap.
7 Rinse off the conditioner immediately after showering. Once the fine-toothed comb is easy to run through your hair, rinse off the conditioner and pat dry with a towel. Use a microfiber towel or old T-shirt - regular terry towels can cause tangles in your hair.
8 Style your hair after detangling. Apply the product you are using (mousse, gel or styling cream) to your hair and wait for it to dry. You can also blow-dry your hair with a diffuser in a low temperature setting. Try not to touch your hair until it's dry to avoid tangling again.

Method 4 of 4: Preventing Hair Tangle

1 Apply conditioner to your hair daily. To help keep your hair tangle-free, brush it with a softened, conditioner, a wide-toothed comb every day. In general, combing, moisturizing and protecting your hair from factors such as sunlight and pollutants will help prevent tangling.
2 Shampoo your hair less often. It also helps to reduce hair tangling. Regardless of your hair type, do not wash it daily to prevent dry hair and scalp. Shampoo your hair no more than a few times a week.
3 Don't go to bed with wet hair. Try to shower in the morning. Wet hair is more pliable and can curl and tangle overnight. If you shower before bed, it will be difficult for you to detangle your hair the next morning. If you still want to shower in the evening, wait a few hours after showering for your hair to dry before going to bed.
4 Get rid of split ends. Trim your hair regularly to keep it healthy. Trim your hair at the very ends. Remove split ends to reduce tangles.
5 Tie your hair up before bed. Consider braiding or loosely tying your hair before bed. This way, your hair will be less tangled at night.
6 Wear a satin shawl or pillowcase at night. Your hair will slide much more easily on a satin fabric than on a cotton pillowcase.This will help prevent hair from tangling while you sleep.
7 Try a short haircut. Consider getting your hair short, especially in hot weather. Perhaps this will make you look younger. Wear a short hairstyle and wash your hair according to the type of hair. For example, if you have dry and fine hair, wash it twice a week and use an appropriate shampoo and conditioner. In the cold winter season, grow longer hair to cover the back of your head and neck.
8 Ready.

Tips

Use a moisturizing conditioner for curly, damaged, or dry hair.
Don't overuse hair conditioner. If you apply too much conditioner, your hair will look greasy and unpleasant to the touch.

Warnings

Don't cut too tangled knots. Dampen your hair and add conditioner. After a while, you should be able to gently untangle the knot.

What do you need

Brush or comb.
Shower, bath or sink.
Hair conditioner.
Try the following tools:
- Air conditioner "Kinky-Curly Knot Today". Apply this conditioner to your hair, comb through it and wait for the moisture it contains to absorb.
- "Curly Hair Solutions Slip Detangler". This product works well both after dyeing your hair and in other cases. It acts as a conditioner while detangling the hair so it doesn't need to be rinsed out.
- "Denman D3 Brush". This brush achieves two goals at once. It is great for brushing your hair with a hairdryer and diffuser, and can be used to detangle knots in your hair. Since the teeth are quite close together, apply conditioner to your hair well so as not to damage it.
- Shower comb. This is a convenient and easy way to detangle your hair. Keep a comb in the shower and remember to use it when you shower.