Don’t Give Smart Grooming the Brush Off: Here Are the Basics
The simple act of brushing goes a long way to keep your hair healthy,
shiny and beautiful. But not all brush strokes are equal. Done
improperly, this grooming ritual can do much damage to delicate textured hair. Below, AOL’s Black Voices offers some brushing and combing tips to keep black tresses healthy.
DO…
Always
start combing from the bottom of the hair and then work your way up to
the roots. This strategy helps you attack tangles one at a time and
minimizes hair breakage.
Use a wide-tooth comb and add a light
product, such as leave-in conditioner or serum, to help the comb glide
more easily through your hair. (Remember: Less snags mean less split
ends.)
Separate hair into sections and comb each section. This
makes the task seem more manageable. Plus doing it this way allows hair
to rest and recuperate between combings.
“Pick” through hair instead of using the brush as a comb. Your hair will love this gentler and healthier approach.
DON’T…
Brush wet hair because that’s when it’s most fragile.
Tug
a comb through tangled hair. Instead, wet and work conditioner into
tresses first, then comb. (If you have extra tangles, be patient.)
Be
afraid to use different combs to detangle wet hair. For example, start
with a wide-tooth comb then switch to a rattail comb to accomplish your
detangling mission.
Click here for tips to keep your hair healthy and beautiful from the inside.
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