How to Detangle Hair

Hair prone to knots & tangles? These tips and tricks on how to detangle hair will have you saying hello to smooth, tangle free locks in no time!

Does your hair seem to be prone to pesky knots & tangles? Never fear! These tips and tricks on how to detangle hair easily will have you saying hello to smooth, tangle-free locks in no time. We’ve also included our expert advice on the best ways to detangle hair extensions, too!how to detangle

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One of the easiest and least painful ways to detangle matted hair is to do so in the shower! To tackle those knots, apply a super rich conditioner to your locks and leave on for 5-10 minutes. Then, carefully comb through before rinsing. The conditioner will aid your comb to easily glide through the hair and gently detangle. However, we DO NOT recommend detangling your extensions whilst they are wet! The hair is extremely fragile therefore this can lead to excess shedding & breakage.

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Our next tip on how to easily detangle matted hair is simply a matter of technique! Start by detangling at the ends of your hair, working your way up until all knots are gone. To make the whole ordeal a little less painful, It’s also ideal to hold the hair close to the root with one hand, while detangling with the other. This technique, along with some patience, is definitely key to reducing damage to your locks! So take your time, work in sections from the bottom up!

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When detangling your locks, it’s important to know you’re using the right tool to do so! Although most hair brushes achieve the same objective, some can be more damaging on your tresses. For dry, tangled hair, the ZALA tangle teaser is a serious essential! With soft flexible bristles, this handbag essential carefully removes knots without the damage. And it’s hair extensions safe, too!

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Our last tips aren’t focused on removing knots, but more so preventing them! If you often wake up with a serious case of bed head, braid your hair before bed to wake up with tangle free tresses! And to keep those knots under control, make sure you’re brushing through your locks & your ZALA’s 2-3 times a day.

Now it’s your turn! What are the tips for detangling matted hair that you swear by?