Need an Amazing Detangler

My hair is relaxed and is type 4a. It is about 4 inches above bra-strap length. My hair is EXTREMLY fragile when wet and tangles very easily.

Since my hair is so fragile, I shampoo every 5-7 days, although I would like to wash more often. I condition with each wash and use a leave-in conditioner as well.

When washing, I don’t do anything to contribute to the tangling…just water contact is enough for my hair to get tangled. I blow dry using a comb attachment because I can’t comb through my hair without the hot air and comb combination.

Once my hair is dried it is healthy looking, bouncy and easy to manage. Since I have to blow dry each time I wash: because of this tangling problem…. I tend to get spilt ends frequently. I also use the curling iron after I blow dry (no other time). I trim my ends every 6-8 weeks when I get my hair relaxed.

I am in search of products that will make my hair very silky and slippery, allowing the comb to glide through my hair when it is wet. I really would prefer to roller set it so I could stop using the blow dryer and curling iron.

Thanks,

Hi IndigoRed,

I recently tried the Sarlem Vitale hot oil treatment during my last wash and it worked wonders as far as a detangler.  I am a natural 3c/4a with a majority of 4a.  You may want to try it.

My normal regiment is to first shampoo with a very small amount of Pantene natural or relaxed (sometimes I use Optimum or another brand)  and follow it with a regular rinse out conditiner (usu. Sleek Look or Optimum) and a deep conditioner or hot oil treatment.  When I comb it out, I usually add a little Kiddie detangler or other leave-in conditioner but I did not need it when I used the Sarlem.  I then dry and style.

Hope this helps.

I use the ApHOGEE pro-vitamin Leave-in Conditioner. I find that it works great as a detangler. I use Parnevu, too. However, this I use sparingly because seems not to like this as much when too much is applied.

My normal wash regimen consist of:

1. A pre-poo using a blend of organic virgin coconut oil, EVOO and aloe vera which I mix together in spray bottle. I spray this first on my scalp and apply generously throughout my hair. I then apply a plastic cap and let sit for appx 30min-1hr w/o heat.

2. Shampoo (either Pantene ProV Full & Thick or Humectant)

3. Condition (again Pantene or Humectant cond.)

4. Apply ApHOGEE proV leave-in sprayed liberally throughout hair. It combs thru great w/o tangles. I also use Parnevu Leave-In for extra dry hair. Both are great, but I prefer the ApHOGEE. I then do a wet roller-set and with Smooth 'n Shine polishing mousse and my hair comes out with extra body and shine!

For a detangles I use a mixture of Infusium 23, Aphogee Provitamin Leave in, and Elasta Qp H2, mixed in a spray bottle with some jojoba and shea butter oils. It works pretty good. I used just that to air dr and my hair came out so soft.

I suggest: Mane & Tail Detangler provides great slip and Creme Of Nature Detangling Shampoo which works very well on my hair.

IndigoRed wrote: What is a AVC rinse?

AVC is Apple Cider Vinegar you buy it in the grocery store.  You can use it in your hair to clarify.