Detangling should never feel like a fight with your hair. For curly textures, knots and tangles are natural, but breakage does not have to be. The right techniques protect curl integrity, reduce frizz, and keep hair healthy over time. Learning how and when to detangle is just as important as the products you use.
Detangle Only When Hair Is Wet or Damp
Curly hair is most flexible when it is hydrated. Detangling dry curls increases the risk of snapping and split ends. After cleansing, apply I Love My Curls Conditioner to create slip and soften the hair. This allows knots to release more easily and helps strands glide past one another instead of pulling.
Work in Sections for Less Stress on the Hair
Sectioning gives you control and prevents unnecessary tension. Start with small sections and work from the ends upward toward the roots. This technique protects the curl pattern and minimizes breakage. Taking your time here leads to smoother, more defined curls once hair dries.
Use the Right Tool for Curly Hair
The brush you use matters. Mirta de Perales’ professional hairbrush are designed to detangle without pulling or tearing. The scientifically designed bristles help activate blood circulation in the scalp while evenly distributing natural oils from root to end. This supports healthier curls, adds natural shine, and helps keep frizz under control.
Define and Seal After Detangling
Once curls are detangled, apply I Love My Curls Curl Defining Cream to damp hair, working section by section from roots to ends. This step defines and hydrates while blocking frizz and maintaining flexible movement. For added hold and long lasting definition, follow with I Love My Curls Curl Enhancing Gel, infused with coconut extract and shea butter. This combination enhances the natural curl pattern while locking in moisture and leaving curls soft, vibrant, and manageable.
Detangling is not about force. It is about care, technique, and trusting products that have respected natural texture and delivered real results for generations.
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