How to Get Tangles Out of Hair

Tangles can range from mild to severe. These can be so painful and hard to manage for some people. If not cared for in a proper manner it can be down right damaging. There are some ways to decrease the pain and get rid of tangles without damaging the hair.

1. Wet hair and saturate it with a good quality conditioner. This method can be used while showering.
2. Use fingers or a wide tooth comb to ease the tangles out. Begin at the ends of the hair and work it up to the roots.
3. When all or most of the hair is tangle free, gently comb through the hair from roots to ends. To reduce the chance of hair damage and breakage it is extremely important not to force the comb.
4. Rinse away the conditioner and style as normal.
5. When tangles are not of a serious nature buy a detangler or make one. This is done by diluting conditioner with water. Put in a spray bottle for easier application and spray it directly on the hair before combing. This can be use this on damp hair prior to combing if preferred.
6. Excessive tangles might have to be cut out so it is important to treat tangles as they occur.
7. Prevent tangles by brushing hair through out the day. If the weather is going to be windy, sports are being played or anything other element that will increase the chances of tangles the hair should be worn braided.