Reader Question: Safe to Detangle Everyday?

A reader asked...

Is it safe to detangle every day?

Low manipulation is the key to longer fuller hair. I don't recommend daily detangling, but you should strive to keep your hair detangled so that when you do detangle you don't loose a lot of hair. That means not letting your hair matt up. Make sure you braid it, twist it or set it with rollers when you sleep and wear a satin or silk scarf or bonnet. Also, take time to detangle your hair. Rushing will increase the chance of breakage. If you feel like you're going to do something that's going to tangle your hair, then wear a protective style like a bun to decrease the chance of knots and tangles. Also, if you do experience tangles and knots, try to work them out with your fingers and conditioner or oil before you try a wide tooth comb, but watch your fingernails. Don't pull and be very gentle.