5 Best Benefits of Using a Detangling Brush

To use a detangling brush without breakage, start at the ends and work upward in small sections, holding the hair above each knot so the tension lands on the brush, not your scalp. A good detangling brush does the rest, flexing at a snag instead of tearing through it. Here is the method that clears knots and protects your length.

The right way to detangle

1. Section first. Split hair into a few manageable sections so you are not fighting the whole head at once.
2. Start at the ends. Clear the last few centimetres, then move up a little at a time. Starting at the roots just pushes knots into a tighter clump.
3. Support the length. Hold each section above the knot so you are not dragging on the scalp.
4. Ease, do not force. If a tangle resists, work it apart gently rather than yanking through it.

Wet or dry?

Wet hair is at its most fragile, so only detangle it with a brush rated for wet use and a light hand. The TNS FLEXI Detangling Brush bends on contact and works wet or dry, so knots release without the breakage. For technique by hair type, see our complete guide to detangling and brushing.

Why brushing the right way matters

Rough detangling is one of the quiet causes of breakage and split ends. Brushing gently and regularly also distributes scalp oils down the strand for healthier-looking hair, which is exactly what you lose when you skip it: see what happens when you stop brushing your hair.

FAQs

Should I start detangling at the roots or the ends?
Always the ends. Work upward in small sections so knots loosen instead of bunching up at the roots.

How often should I detangle?
Gently once or twice a day for most hair, and always before washing or heat styling. Regular, gentle detangling causes less breakage than occasional rough sessions.

Can I detangle wet hair?
Yes, with a wet-rated brush and a gentle hand, since wet hair stretches and snaps more easily than dry hair.

TNS Hair: ProductReview.com.au winner three years running, 10,000+ Aussie customers, 60-day money-back, 2-year warranty, free AU shipping.