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Detanglers (Leave-In & Rinse out) for 4C Kinky Coily Afro Hair
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items For my fellow kinky coily sisters who need a good detangler. I try to use fragrance-free, but if I can't find one I use phthlate-free (gotta avoid the C word!)
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Detangling conditioners
Detangling combs, brushes
Detangling conditioners
I love As I Am. This detangler is phthalate-free & silicone-free among other things. Try it out!
As I Am Detangling Conditioner for Knots Tangles and Breakage Moisture Support Rinse Out 8 fl.oz. with Coconut Oil & Shea Butter
I use this all the time to detangle after washing. It says fragrance, but the site says it's phthalate-free. It doesn't make me sick.
SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Detangler 8 fl oz
Best detangler for 4C hair that I've found. I have perfume sensitivities & this doesn't bother me.
KNOT TODAY LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER - Kinky-Curly Hair Care
This detangler is a leave-in conditioner that can be used daily on clean, damp hair & is paraben-free, phthalate free & mineral oil & petrolatum free.
SheaMoisture Leave-in Conditioner Treatment for All Hair Types 100% Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Silicone Free, 8 fl oz
A leave-in conditioner by SheaMoisture that works well and has no silicones, phthalates, petrolatum, mineral oil, and other harmful ingredients.
Shea Moisture Kids Extra-Moisturizer Detangler, Coconut & Hibiscus 8 fl oz
I like Garnier Fructis. This detangler has no parabens, phthalates, DMDM Hydantoin (which I think turns into formaldehyde when exposed to heat, I may be wrong). I saw a few of the reviewers had kinky coily hair.
Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Air Dry Detangler Spray Anti-Frizz Leave-In Aloe 5 fl oz, All Hair Types
This is a leave-in conditioner. It helps with detangling. I've found it works better watered down as a detangler.
Shea Moisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Leave-In Conditioner 11oz
This one says “non-toxic”, not phthalate-free, so I don't know if it's fragrance is phthalate-free or not. But, the reviews say it works well.
Pardon My Fro Detangling Leave-in Conditioner with Argan and Jojoba Oil, 4A-4C Hair Types, 12 fl oz
Black Woman owned business. She is also a graphic designer & has apparel & accessories that I'm going to look into. This Link is to the manufacturer's site.
PardonMyFro(tm) Detangler Leave In Conditioner
Detangling combs, brushes
Detangling combs & brushes, wide teeth or flexbile bristles with high ratings
My favorite detangling comb because I can hang it from a shelf while I'm working on my hair.
Conair Wide-Tooth Shower Comb with Hook Handle, Detangles & Distributes Conditioner - Walmart.com
The wide teeth on this comb protects your hair. I'm an easy natural…I don't not finger detangle!
Amazon.com: Conair Wide Tooth Detangling Comb
If you live near a store, go in the store & feel the bristles to make sure they are flexible enough. Don't let it break your hair.
Kiss Colors & Care Glide & Define 9-Row Non-Slip Large Detangling Hair Brush, Pink
Inexpensive detangling brush. Make sure to feel the bristles to make sure they're flexible before using it in your hair. I only use mine on damp or wet hair, never dry.
Kiss Colors & Care Easy Grip Slip-Proof Ergonomic Handle Detangling Hair Brush, White
Super popular brush. I wouldn't use this on dry coily hair. I'm sure it's better on wet or damp hair with detangling conditioner.
The Essential Detangler by Tangle Teezer for Wet & Dry Hair - Pink
This is an inexpensive detangling brush. I like Goody, so it's worth a shot to test it out. Feel the bristles to make sure they're flexible before trying it on your hair!
Goody Style Boost Paddle Brush, Detangling & Styling Brush for Thick Hair
This is TWA (teeny weeny afro) approved. I don't know about longer kinky coily hair use. One of the reviews (FeliciaF) used it on her new 'fro. See if the bristles feel flexible enough before opening the package & using it on your hair.
Wet Brush Original Detangler Hair Brush for Wet and Dry Hair - Bright Pink
Don't use harsh products on your hair if you have *fine* strand coily hair. Companies & hair stylists often assume you have coarse hair if you have kinky strands. My hair is high density fine strands & breaks easily if treated roughly. So, us...
The Essential Detangler® by Tangle Teezer® for Fine & Fragile Hair, Orange
This detangling brush has really flexible bristles to detangle your hair gently. This should work. Feel the bristles before you buy it to make sure.
FHI Heat® UNbrush Detangling Brush, Pain-Free Brushing, All Wet or Dry Hair Types - Teal, 8in