Fabric of Hair Investigates: Textured Curly Hair Detanglers🧐
It is rare that any natural can comb through their curls comfortably without a product to keep things in check.
This is doubly true for those who don the wondrous crown of beauty known as Type 4 hair.
As one of the most fragile hair types, these super tight curls are usually vulnerable to damage without the right combo of water, oils, and butters to allow the hair strands to glide past one another seamlessly, instead of snagging and tearing.
While the natural hair care market is saturated with products that profess to keep detangling drama-free, not all of those products work well with kinky curls and coils.
Chances are, it requires a creamy product with a decent amount of slip order to really relax those tangles. And because we know that the world of textured hair is diverse with distinct needs for each individual head of curls.
Here is my short list of all-star detanglers along with tips on the best ways to use them proven formulas to address your specific hair concerns and eliminate the guesswork.
Best Multi-Tasking Detangler
Melanin Haircare Multi-use Softening Leave in Conditioner
Sometimes, you need your products to do more than one thing. Wash day is enough work as it is without applying one million different creams and oils. Melanin Haircare has created the perfect product that has not one or two—but seven different uses. It can be used as leave-in, a pre-poo, a conditioner, a deep conditioner, a styling cream, a rehydration product throughout the week, and a detangler.
The formula is packed with ingredients like baobab seed oil and jojoba oil which work together to promote flexibility, and soften the hair. 🤩
Best for Dry or Damaged Hair:
Shea Moisture Raw Shea ButterExtra Moisture Detangler
In addition to providing the appropriate slip to release knots, this detangler can be used to strengthen hair that’s been damaged by dyes, perms, and heat styling.
If your hair is just extremely dry or in the process of transitioning, this raw shea butter product will condition and renew your thirsty curls. 😀
Best for Dyed Hair:
Mielle Organics Detangling Co-Wash
Not only can this co-wash detangle, nourish, and cleanse your hair between washes, but your recent dye-job will be completely safe. Apply this and comb through your hair from ends to roots, then hop in the shower to rinse it all out. Because it’s made
for everyday use, you can use this in your routine as many times as you see fit. 💛💛
Best Detangling Heat Protectant:
4c only Too Soft Leave In Conditioner
As you may have guessed by the name—this 4C-centric line is here for the kinks and tight curls, and the kinks and tight curls only. After you’ve washed and conditioned, apply this silky cream from ends to roots and enjoy the softness while styling. Do yourself a favor and apply this before your next blow out, too—it works amazingly as a heat protectant.😍