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Detangling gestures without breakage: the right tools and the right reflexes

Detangling is often experienced as a dreaded moment: pulling, impossible knots, hair that breaks... However, with the right gestures and a little gentleness, it can become a real care ritual . Whether straight, curly, fine or thick, all hair types deserve respectful detangling .

Why detangling weakens hair

When you detangle your hair, you put mechanical tension on the hair fiber. This is especially difficult after washing, as wet hair is 30 to 50% more fragile : its cuticle is open, its elasticity increases, and it is less resistant to traction.

Result: if they are not detangled at the right time or with the right tools, they can break, become thin, or even split. But don't panic: just adopt a few simple steps to transform this moment into a restorative treatment .

The right time to untangle

The ideal time to detangle hair is after applying a detangling or nourishing treatment , when the hair is well soaked or slightly damp depending on its texture. This helps reduce friction and helps the strands glide against each other without snagging.

For curly or frizzy hair, it is often recommended to detangle in the shower , using your fingers or a wide-toothed comb, on hair saturated with conditioner. For fine or straight hair, lightly towel drying before detangling may be sufficient.

The right actions to take

💡 Selective Home Tip : Always start at the ends , then gradually work your way up to the roots , never forcing a knot. The idea is to untie, not pull out.

Here are the fundamentals of breakage-free detangling:

• Use a detangling treatment or conditioner to facilitate glide.
  
• Choose a suitable tool : fingers, a wide-toothed comb or a soft detangler brush.
  
• Detangle in sections , holding the strand in the middle so as not to pull on the roots.
  
• Be patient, especially with knots or very tangled strands.
  
  

💡 Did you know? According to a study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science (2014), detangling from the bottom up, on damp, treated hair, reduces traction on the hair fiber by up to 70% .

In summary

Yes, you can detangle your hair every day if necessary—as long as you respect the hair fiber . The secret? Choose the right time, use the right tools, and consider detangling as a treatment in its own right , not as a hassle.

Take your time, listen to your hair's texture, and adapt your routine. Your hair will repay you a hundredfold.

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Sources :
International Journal of Cosmetic Science (2014)
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2019)
Hair and Scalp Disorders – Dr Antonella Tosti (2014)
Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (2011)