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How to Detangle Curly Hair: Tips and Tricks for Every Curl Type

Tangled curls can look messy and be painful to comb through. If you don’t detangle regularly, these pesky knots can become an unruly rat’s nest! Making sure you detangle curly hair isn’t just about looks, it’s also a must for keeping your ringlets healthy and defined – and not all curls are created equally. There’s a specific approach for each wavy, curly, and coily pattern. See our curly hair routine article to tailor your products and techniques by curl type.

Why Detangling Curly Hair Matters

Caring for curly hair takes a little extra love, but it’s well worth it! The overall goals are to maintain moisture and definition. That’s why detangling curly hair is a non-negotiable when it comes to curl care. Knots and tangles lead to hair breakage and uneven hydration, making curl definition virtually impossible.

Detangling Tips for Every Curl Pattern

Each curl type and texture require slightly different detangling techniques. For best results, stick to these guidelines tailored by pattern.

How to Safely Detangle Curly Hair

They say patience is a virtue, and that’s especially true when detangling curly hair. Being gentle prevents the need to painfully tug on tangles, helps ward off frizz, and greatly reduces breakage. So take your time!

Best Products for Detangling Curly Hair

In addition to detanglers for curly hair, Garnier offers products for every stage of your routine that provide slip and hydration to help prevent knotted curls.

Curly Hair FAQs

  • It’s always better to detangle curly hair when it’s wet and has been treated with a conditioner for slip. You’ll almost certainly cause breakage if you try tugging at knots when your hair is dry.
  • You can use a light oil when detangling curly hair since it helps create slip, but they are best for waves (2A-2C). A creamy conditioner is usually more effective for getting out knots and tangles.
  • The golden rule for detangling curly hair without losing definition is: less is more. You can protect your curl pattern and maintain definition by gently detangling with your fingers and minimizing the use of a comb.
  • It’s not recommended to detangle curly hair every day because it can put too much stress on your hair. If you’re experiencing daily knots, refresh with a detangling spray for curly hair or apply a leave-in. However, if you follow the tips in this article, you should remain knot-free between washes.
  • The best tools for getting through tangles are a wide-tooth comb and a specially designed detangling brush for curly hair. Do not use a fine-tooth comb because they tend to cause breakage.
  • You can detangle curly hair right in the shower. Apply conditioner to create the best slip, and then gently use your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to work through the tangles.
  • If you don’t routinely detangle curly hair and it gets severely matted, try applying a generous amount of conditioner or hair oil. Then gently and slowly work through the mat with your fingers followed by a wide-tooth comb. Some severe cases may require consulting a professional.