{"id":1246194,"date":"2025-12-26T10:57:26","date_gmt":"2025-12-26T07:57:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1246194"},"modified":"2025-12-26T10:57:26","modified_gmt":"2025-12-26T07:57:26","slug":"how-to-detangle-fine-hair-like-a-total-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1246194","title":{"rendered":"How to Detangle Fine Hair Like a Total Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"
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How to Detangle Fine Hair Like a Total Pro<\/h1>\n
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\nYsabella Monton is a Brooklyn-based editor, music journalist, and digital illustrator.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Published on July 22, 2022 09:46AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    \nSky Kim is a hairstylist with over a decade of experience. She currently works at Serge Normant at John Frieda in New York City.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Mile-long, silky smooth locks appear effortless and are the envy of many. But if you\u2019ve got lengthy, fine hair, you\u2019ll know that achieving this look is much easier said than done. A simple ponytail or bun can go from tousled to tangled in mere seconds, not to mention accidental snags on zippers and buttons. The mere thought of detangling unlocks some repressed ’90s memories of my mom combing through my knots, armed with sickly-sweet kids\u2019 detangling spray and a dream\u2014and lots <\/em>of force. I can still feel the tugging now.\n<\/p>\n

    But we\u2019ve come a long way since then, and with the right tools, getting those knots out of your hair doesn\u2019t have to be as daunting or painful as it once was. Below, hairstylists Adam Maclay and Devin Toth weigh in on the best damage-free methods for detangling your fine hair once and for all.\u00a0Read on for what they had to say.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Meet the Experts<\/p>\n

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    • Adam Maclay is a New York City-based celebrity hairstylist and master stylist at The Salon Project by Joel Warren.<\/li>\n
    • Devin Toth is a hairstylist at Salon SCK in New York City.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

      What You\u2019ll Need <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      • Wide tooth comb\u00a0<\/li>\n
      • Paddle brush\u00a0<\/li>\n
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        Prep Your Hair in the Shower <\/span><\/h2>\n

        \u201cWhile washing your hair, use shampoo only on your scalp,\u201d says Toth. \u201cBe sure to brush or comb your conditioner all the way through your ends and then let it stay on for about a minute. When towel drying your hair, avoid any friction by gently and firmly patting it dry.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

        Toth recommends adding a product like Righteous Roots’ Rx growth serum to your regular conditioner. Not only will its blend of essential oils help prevent frizz and detangle, but it will also help thicken your fine locks.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        Use a Detangling Primer <\/span><\/h2>\n

        \u201cI recommend applying a primer spray that will help your comb or brush glide through the hair with ease,\u201d says Maclay.\n<\/p>\n

        The Original Sprout Miracle Detangler ($8) is great for fine hair, but if your hair is damaged or you tend to use heat, opt for Living Proof’s Restore Protecting Spray, which also provides heat and UV protection.\u00a0\u201cA little goes a long way, so don\u2019t use too much if you\u2019re worried about making your hair greasy,” says Tooth. “Focus [the product] primarily on the ends of your hair, I\u2019d say the bottom 2 to 4 inches.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

        Once your hair is prepped, use a wide tooth comb like The Comb No. 002 by Crown Affair to do a quick run-through (with no force) to loosen up the tangles.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        Comb (or Brush) Out the Tangles, Starting From the Bottom <\/span><\/h2>\n

        \u201cGently start combing or brushing out the tangles from the tips of your hair and slowly work your way up toward the roots,\u201d advises Toth.\u00a0Maclay adds: “Always<\/em> work from the ends of the hair strands to the scalp. Grab your paddle brush and work from ends to the scalp, repeating the process to gently remove the knots.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

        You should work through the bottom 6 inches, then once this section is smooth, work on the next 6 inches up until you reach your crown. The Mason Pearson Detangling Brush is a splurge loved by many pro stylists, both Toth and Maclay included, but you can also opt for a budget-friendly option, like the tried-and-true Tangle Teezer or Wet Brush.\n<\/p>\n

        On a day when your tangles are less intense, you can skip the brush and just work with a comb. Both tools have their benefits: \u201cBrushes have bristles and more give,\u201d says Toth, which makes them more effective on tougher knots. \u201cCombs are great for detangling clumpy hair, but not for detangling tight, tiny tangles.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        Pump Up the Volume <\/span><\/h2>\n

        \u201cOnce those knots are out your hair, it may be a bit flat,\u201d says Maclay. \u201cI love bumping the hair back with Klorane’s Dry Shampoo With Organic Flax to add a soft texture and volume.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        • You can start with dry hair:<\/strong> Though Toth feels that working with wet hair is a bit easier, it is possible to detangle fine dry hair without damage. With dry hair, you’ll have better control over primers and other hair products if you apply them to your brush or comb first, as opposed to directly onto the hair. “On dry hair, brush out tangles in a sideways motion,” he advises. “Sometimes detangling dry hair in a downward motion can make it worse and combine tangles.\u201d\u00a0<\/li>\n
        • Be gentle: <\/strong>\u201cYou should not hear a ripping sound,\u201d says Maclay. \u201cMany of my clients (you know who you are) love to be in a hurry and just brush from the scalp down. The sound is awful to others and causes so much hair damage.\u201d<\/li>\n
        • Detangle regularly: <\/strong>\u201cMarcia Brady brushed her hair every night,\u201d notes Maclay\u2014100 times on each side, to be exact. \u201cSo should you, to keep the knots to a minimum.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
          How to Detangle Bleached or Balayaged Hair Without Any Damage<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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          • Hair<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Hair Type<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Thin & Fine Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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