Now that you’ve found a good moisturizing conditioner that offers your hair some much needed slip, let’s talk about the types of tools that work best for detangling and styling those precious curls. After years of incoherent sobs and nearly fainting at the thought of detangling, I’ve finally found three noteworthy tools that help me during my knot-out sessions.

Denman Brush

Cost: $10
Benefit: Many naturals rave about this brush because it can shorten the length of time it takes to detangle hair. The plastic bristles don’t have sharp edges that poke your scalp (winning!). After a few uses, I realized that I needed to remove every other row so that my hair could glide through easier.

Tool Structure Jumbo Rake Comb

Cost: $2
Benefit: This comb boasts about its durability and how it won’t snag your hair. I can truly attest to the resilience of this comb. I’ve had mine for well over two years and all teeth are present and accounted for. I noticed that the rounded edges of the teeth helped the comb glide through my coils with ease.

10 Little Fingers

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Cost: Priceless
Benefit: Your fingers are by far the most gentle and effective detangling tool. What’s more, this tool won’t cost you one red cent! Those 10 digits of yours cause the least amount of damage during the detangling process. The fingers offer more control and a better handle on identifying knots. Be certain to keep the nails filed so that they do not pull on your hair. Finger combing takes patience and is time consuming. Remember to be kind to your hair. If you are short on time, reschedule your detangling session for another day.

Tip: Whatever tools you decide to use for detangling, try to detangle your hair while wet and heavily coated with conditioner. Hair is more elastic when wet therefore making it easier to remove knots. I prefer detangling while taking a shower (I guess it’s the mult-itasker in me). Remember to work from the bottom of your hair to the roots; the reverse will lead to frustration and tears. If this method alone doesn’t work for you, dry detangling before washing your hair might be your best bet. This process is done by applying a combination of oil and conditioner to the hair then detangling it.

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