How do you use detangler on natural hair?

Using detangler effectively on natural hair requires a specific approach focused on moisture and gentle handling. Here's a breakdown of the best practices:

When to Detangle

The most crucial step is to always detangle your natural hair while it is wet or at least damp. This minimizes breakage and makes the process far less painful.

Prepping Your Hair

Before you even think about a comb, give your hair some much-needed slip!

• Hydration is Key: Keep a spray bottle of water handy to keep your hair damp throughout the detangling process.
• Add Slip: Coat your hair with a hair oil or a deep conditioning treatment. This creates a protective layer and provides the much-needed lubrication for smooth detangling. For example, using a deep conditioner like the Monoi Repairing Hair Mask can soften hair before combing.

The Detangling Process

1. Section Your Hair: Divide your hair into manageable sections. Smaller sections mean less tension and easier detangling.
2. Apply Detangler: Spray your detangler product liberally throughout the section you're working on, ensuring that every strand is coated.
3. Finger Detangle: Before using a comb or brush, gently use your fingers to loosen any large knots or tangles.
4. Use a Wide-Tooth Comb or Detangling Brush: Start from the ends and work your way up to the roots, using short, gentle strokes. Avoid forcing the comb through tough knots.
5. Re-Moisturize as Needed: As you work through each section, re-wet the hair with your spray bottle if needed.

Summary

Here's a quick recap of the steps for using detangler effectively:

Step	Description
1. Moisten	Always detangle when hair is wet or damp.
2. Add Slip	Coat hair with oil or a deep conditioner for lubrication and protection.
3. Section Hair	Divide hair into manageable sections.
4. Apply Detangler	Liberally spray detangler onto the section you are working on.
5. Finger Detangle	Gently loosen major tangles with your fingers before using a comb.
6. Comb/Brush Gently	Use a wide-tooth comb or detangling brush, starting from the ends and working to the roots.
7. Re-Moisturize	Use a spray bottle to keep hair damp throughout the process.

By following these steps, you can detangle your natural hair effectively, reducing breakage and making the process less painful.