Teasing your hair, also known as backcombing, is a technique used to add volume and texture. Here's how to do it properly, incorporating the advice from the provided YouTube video transcript:
Steps to Tease Your Hair
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Section Your Hair: Separate the section of hair you want to tease from the rest.
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Hold the Section Upright: Hold the section straight up.
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Backcomb: According to the reference, instead of aggressively pushing the brush all the way down, which can damage your hair, push the hair down a little, then take the brush out. Repeat this motion. In essence, you are pushing the hair down taking the brush out. This creates volume without causing as much damage.
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Create Texture: Continue this process to create the desired level of volume. This should create the base, and give you the lift and volume that you are looking for.
Important Considerations
- Damage: Aggressively pushing the hair all the way down when teasing can lead to damage. Be gentle, and use the method of pushing down a little and removing the brush.
- Removal: When you want to remove the teasing, be gentle to avoid breakage. Use a wide-tooth comb and plenty of conditioner to gently work out the knots.
