Combing coil curly hair requires a gentle approach to avoid damage and frizz. Instead of traditional combing, detangling usually involves finger-detangling or using a wide-tooth comb.
Detangling Coil Curly Hair
The best way to manage coil curly hair is to minimize combing altogether. Direct combing can cause breakage due to the hair's delicate structure.
Finger Detangling:
This method is the gentlest. Start at the ends and work your way up to the roots, gently separating any knots or tangles with your fingers. Use a leave-in conditioner or detangling spray to lubricate the hair and make the process easier.
Wide-Tooth Comb:
If finger detangling isn't sufficient, use a wide-tooth comb. Again, start at the ends and work your way up slowly. Be patient and gentle to avoid pulling or snapping your hair.
Sectioning:
For very thick or long hair, sectioning your hair before detangling can help make the process more manageable. This allows you to focus on smaller, less tangled areas at a time.
Creating Defined Coils (as seen in the reference video):
The provided video shows a method for creating defined coils, not necessarily for detangling existing ones. This involves using a comb to create a foundation for the coil, starting at the root and twisting. This is best done on wet hair with product to help with shaping. This technique creates coils, not combs existing ones.
- Step 1: Create a small section of hair.
- Step 2: Place the comb near the root.
- Step 3: Twist the hair around the comb to create a coil.
This method is more about styling than detangling pre-existing coils.
