In our daily life, almost everyone encounters the trouble of tangled hair. Whether you are an elegant lady with long hair or a lively teenager with short hair, hair knots seem unavoidable. Especially after shampooing or after a long period without combing, the hair is more likely to form tangles that are difficult to untangle. These tangles make our hair look messy and can lead to hair breakage and damage during combing. So how to untangle hair from a comb?
Prepare the right tools
1. Choose the right tool
Wide-toothed comb, fine-toothed comb, hair clips, etc. These suitable tools are crucial.
- Wide tooth combs: Wide tooth combs have a wider spacing, making them ideal for combing hair with less pulling, especially for wet hair or hair that tends to get tangled. Use a wide-toothed comb to start at the ends of the hair and comb gently to avoid over-pulling which can cause hair breakage.
- Fine tooth combs: Fine tooth combs are narrowly spaced to help pinpoint and detangle small bumps or more delicate tangles. When using a fine-toothed comb, start at the outer layers of the hair and gradually work your way down to the center of the knot, detangling it bit by bit.
- Hair clips: When encountering larger clumps or complex knots that are difficult to untangle in one go, use hair clips to hold the hair in place first and comb through it in sections. This makes it easier to manage the hair and gradually untangle the knot.
Correct selection and use of these tools can make the process of detangling knots smoother while reducing damage to the hair.
2. Conditioners, hair masks, essential oils
The role of auxiliary products in the process of detangling knots should not be underestimated. They can help lubricate the hair and reduce friction and damage when combing.
- Conditioner: Conditioner is a common hair care product that provides a protective film for the hair after shampooing, helping to close the scales and make the hair smoother and easier to comb. Before detangling, conditioner can be applied evenly to knotted hair to soften it and reduce resistance when combing.
- Hair masks: Hair masks are deep conditioning products that contain more nourishing ingredients that penetrate deep into the hair to repair and nourish it. For particularly dry and difficult-to-comb hair, use a hair mask to deep condition first before attempting to detangle.
- Essential oils: Hair essential oils contain natural plant extracts that can help nourish hair and improve shine and smoothness. Before combing, please take a few drops of essential oil in your palm, gently rub it together, and apply it to your hair, especially the knotted parts, to effectively reduce pain and damage when combing.
These auxiliary products should be chosen according to individual hair types and needs, and their proper use can greatly improve the efficiency of detangling and the health of the hair.
How to untangle hair from a comb?
1. Start at the ends and comb through gently
The first step in detangling is to start at the ends of your hair, as they are more fragile and prone to tangling than the roots.
- First, use a wide tooth comb or your hands to gently grab the ends to avoid breaking them.
- Then, start at the ends and work your way up. The purpose of using a wide-toothed comb is to open up larger clumps without pulling too much.
- During the combing process, if you encounter a knot that is difficult to pass through, do not pull hard, but gently shake the comb or gently separate the knots with your hands so that the comb can pass through smoothly.
- Once the knots at the ends of the hair are untangled, gradually move upwards and continue combing the middle and root sections of the hair.
By doing this, you can minimize damage to the hair and detangle the knots more effectively.
2. When you come across a knot, gently separate it with a tooth comb or your hands.
When combing your hair, the right way to deal with knots is key.
- When the wide-toothed comb encounters resistance, it indicates that a knot may have been reached. At this point, the combing force should be reduced immediately to avoid breaking the hair with too much force.
- You can insert the wide-toothed comb into the knotted hair and gently move the comb to the side to try to untangle the knot from the side, rather than combing straight down.
- If the comb is difficult to insert, use your fingers to gently separate the hair at the knot so that the teeth can get into the center of the knot.
- Gently rub the knotted section with your fingers to help loosen the knot. Sometimes, gently shaking the hair can also make the knot easier to untangle.
- Remain patient and don’t rush when dealing with knots. If the knots are too tight, repeat the application of some conditioner or essential oil to increase the lubrication of the hair before trying to detangle.
3. Use a fine tooth comb to detangle small knots one by one
After the initial detangling of large tangles with a wide-toothed comb, there are usually many small tangles left in the hair. This is where a fine-toothed comb comes in handy.
- Starting at the outer layers of the hair, gently work through the hair with the fine-toothed comb, listening for a change in the sound of the comb as it touches the hair, which will help you to spot the location of the small bumps.
- When the fine-toothed comb encounters a small bump, don’t rush to push through it; instead, gently place the comb over the bump and press down on the back of the comb with your fingers, allowing the teeth to slowly penetrate the hair.
- If the bumps are stubborn, try dividing the hair into smaller sections, gently wrapping the hair around your fingers, and then slowly loosening them, which can help detangle the bumps.
- During the detangling process, apply conditioner or essential oils at appropriate times to improve lubrication and minimize friction damage to the hair.
- Keep patiently detangling the bumps one by one until the entire head of hair is smooth.
- This meticulous treatment ensures that the hair is thoroughly detangled and smoothed without damage.
4. For larger clumps, use hair clips to hold them in place before combing gradually
Large tangles can be a challenge when combing hair as they are not only difficult to detangle in one go, but can also cause damage to the hair during the process.
- When encountering a large knot, first judge its size and complexity. If the clump is too large or too complex to be combed through directly with a comb, then you will need to use bobby pins.
- Separate the hair into smaller sections and use bobby pins to secure these sections to the crown of the head or another location that will not interfere with combing. The purpose of this is to break up large tangles into smaller sections, making combing more manageable.
- Starting with the outermost layer of hair, use a wide-toothed comb to gently comb through those that are not secured, gradually working your way to the inner layers.
- Remove the clips one by one from each section and comb through with a wide-toothed comb or fine-toothed comb, starting at the ends of the hair and working your way up to the roots. If resistance is encountered during combing, stop, gently separate the clumps with your fingers, and continue combing.
- It may be necessary to repeat the steps of securing with bobby pins and combing during the process of detangling large clumps until the entire clump is completely detangled.
5. Reduce hair damage by using complementary products at the right time during the combing process
Reducing damage is a primary concern when combing tangled hair. Auxiliary products can play a vital role in this process.
- Before you start combing, apply some conditioner or a hair mask, especially to those areas that are prone to tangling. These products provide lubrication to the hair, reducing friction and resistance when combing.
- When it comes to difficult-to-detangle bumps or large knots, you can always supplement with the application of some conditioner or essential oils. These products help to soften the hair and make the knots easier to detangle.
- When using bobby pins to hold your hair in place, you can also apply a small amount of supplemental product to the area that the pins are touching, which will prevent the pins from causing additional damage to your hair.
- Keep an eye on your hair’s reaction throughout the brushing process. If you notice that your hair is becoming dry or static is forming, you should stop combing immediately and apply the product again.
- Once combing is complete, apply a layer of conditioning oil to provide extra protection and add shine and smoothness to the hair.
Precautions for detangling hair
1. Be gentle and avoid excessive pulling of the hair
During the process of detangling and combing your hair, it is vital to move gently.
- When you start combing, keep your arms and wrists relaxed and avoid using excessive force. Using too much force will not only damage your hair but may also cause scalp discomfort.
- As soon as the comb meets resistance, slow down and reduce the force. Use a wide-toothed comb to gently vibrate or oscillate the comb to try and untangle the clumps from different angles, rather than just brushing down hard.
- If you encounter particularly stubborn tangles, don’t rush the process. You can start by dividing the hair into smaller sections, gently wrapping the hair around your fingers, and then slowly loosening them, which will help the knots to loosen gradually.
- Check the condition of your hair frequently throughout the combing process, and if you see any signs of breakage or damage, you should adjust the method and strength of combing immediately.
- The use of complementary products such as conditioners or oils can help to reduce friction when combing, thus reducing the risk of pulling on the hair.
2. Avoid blow-drying at high temperatures with hair dryers to prevent hair damage
Hair dryers are commonly used in daily life, but improper use can lead to hair damage.
- After shampooing, try to let your hair dry naturally. If you need to use a hair dryer, gently pat your hair with a towel first to absorb most of the moisture.
- When using a hair dryer, set it to a low or medium temperature setting. High temperatures can quickly evaporate the moisture in your hair, causing it to become dry and brittle.
- During the blow-drying process, the mouthpiece of the hair dryer should be kept at a certain distance from the hair, usually 10-15 centimeters. Too close a distance increases the risk of hair damage.
- Avoid blow-drying the same area at high temperatures for long periods. You should keep moving the position of the hair dryer to dry the hair evenly.
- A diffuser attachment can be used to disperse the airflow of the hair dryer and reduce the direct thermal impact on the hair.
- Before blow-drying your hair, you can apply a heat protection product, such as a heat protection spray, which helps to minimize heat damage to your hair.
3. Learn ways to prevent hair tangles
Preventing tangles is an important part of maintaining healthy hair.
- Regular trimming: Hair grows with split ends and dryness due to the external environment and internal factors. Regular trimming removes these damaged ends and prevents them from spreading upwards and causing tangles. Trimming by a professional hairdresser every 6 to 10 weeks is generally recommended.
- Use hair care products: Choosing products such as shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks that suit your hair type will nourish your hair and keep it smooth. In particular, using a conditioner after shampooing can help close the scales and reduce friction between hairs, thus reducing the risk of tangles.
- Brushing Habits: Brush your hair at least once a day, using a wide-toothed comb starting at the ends and gradually working your way up to avoid pulling your hair. Before going to bed and after waking up are the best times to brush your hair to reduce tangles caused by activities during the day.
- Avoid excessive use of hot tools: Hot tools such as hot hair dryers and curling irons can damage your hair, causing it to become dry and prone to tangles. You should control the temperature when using them and minimize the frequency of use.
- Hair care tips: For example, applying hair oil before swimming can protect your hair from chlorine water; wearing a hat can avoid damage to your hair from strong sun and sand.
Conclusion
Hair knot is a problem that many people encounter, it not only affects the beauty of hair but also may cause damage to the hair quality. Through the above introduction, we learned the correct steps and techniques, are you, ready?
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