How to Pick Combs to Detangle Hair

Detangling hair is one of the most important steps to maintaining healthy hair. Choosing the wrong tool, however, can leave you with even more tangles or damaged hair. Read the following steps to learn about detangling hair using a comb.

Instructions

1. Look for combs made from all-natural materials, such as bone or wood, as opposed to hard plastic or metal combs that can break the hair. Because artisans carve natural combs by hand using a single piece of material, these combs do not have the vertical seams located on the inside of the teeth that snag the hair shaft.

2. Purchase a comb that is right for your hair type. If you have thick or wavy hair, be sure to use a wide-toothed comb. Combs with narrow teeth work well for short or fine hair.

3. Choose a detangling comb for hair that has many small tangles. A detangling comb has wavy, wide-set teeth. Use a detangling comb when your hair is dry, or a pick to remove tangles when your hair is damp.

4. Run your fingers through your hair to remove most tangles, but for stubborn knots, use a detangling comb. Firmly grasp a section of hair and, starting from the bottom and working your way up, carefully detangle the hair.

Tips & Warnings

• There are several products on the market that you can use to help detangle your hair. Purchase a deep-conditioning crème rinse or use a detangling spray on wet hair. Additionally, apply a small amount of leave-in conditioner to the ends of wet or dry hair to prevent tangles.

• Never use a brush to detangle hair as it can stretch the hair, causing it to break.