Stop Combing Your Natural Hair! (This Will Change Your Natural Hair Game)

[@kimthevenin8769]

It's been 2 yrs since I started finger detangling. BEST thing I ever did. No more breakage.

[@KlassicallyKept]

This is great to hear. I am excited to try this.

[@kimthevenin8769]

@KlassicallyKept Before detangling, I smooth the hair from the roots to the ends twice to stretch the hair. On the last stretching, I used my leave in conditioner. Then I finger detangle. Then braid that part, but I used oil to seal in the moisture while braiding my hair. And do the same for the rest of my hair

[@Valerian1218]

*Stares in fine haired spider web tangles.*

[@nro9261]

Not using combs caused me to lose so much hair from my hair knotting up. Finger detangling works for some, but not for all. Brushes are a no-go for me, but a good old rake comb does wonders for me.

[@KlassicallyKept]

This is true, everything does not work for everyone. This is my first time, so I shall see.

[@daniibaby246]

Yes Combs work for me. My hair is prone to ssk. Finger detangling alone is not for me. Especially my ends. I must comb my hair. I just do take my time and do it. My hair is armpit length

[@javascriptkiddie2718]

The knotting is caused by dryness. Your dry strands are trying to get moisture, usually the ones furthest from the scalp and natural oil, and bind to the other hairs when there’s none left. A daily mist every 12 hours with just water will reduce it

[@gmcmim1]

We are supposed to comb and brush. But do it gently. Finger detangling does not get all the knots.

[@cherelled6419]

Girlie, honestly not using combs and brushes has been the best change I have made in my hair journey. I stopped using detangling tools in January and I have had more hair retention in the past few months then I have had for the past five years. I'm excited for you ❤ enjoy xx

[@KlassicallyKept]

OOOO this is exciting to hear lol. Yall know I love big hair ! Good for you as well!

[@mobettalady29]

Wow definitely will try ❤

[@cheryls.booker3336]

I love the fact that, even though you have long, gorgeous hair, you were still willing to learn other techniques to help improve your hair’s health. 👏🏾

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Always a student !

[@motherschild0127]

I started to finger detangle in November 2023. I gained so much length, it was crazy! 😅 Many hair stylists are saying that finger detangling is not enough, that is not true. I have seen the results, and it is wonderful!

[@KlassicallyKept]

This is great to hear! I hoping for great results as well. Yall know I love big hair !

[@thisnaturalgirlislocd]

Definitely agree with being in a state of calm when loving on our hair. I like to treat my wash days and days I moisturize my locs just like my self-care days

[@KlassicallyKept]

Exactly! I find doing my hair very therapeutic .

[@lisaj4441]

I finger detangle exclusively. It has been a major game-changer for me. My fine hair got sooooo much thicker - I didn't realize that the comb was ripping out my hair at the root.

[@KlassicallyKept]

This is what I am hoping for. I love big hair and thick hair !

[@womana1993]

I used to only finger detangle but my strands are so fine that it wasn't actually enough. I would find small matted sections on occasion that my fingers missed. I compare it to using only a wide tooth comb vs a fine tooth comb: the fine tooth comb will be better at getting every strand in line while the wide tooth will miss some simply because there is more room between the teeth for tangles to hide in. If this or another issue happens over time Mya, you may want to use a tool once a season or so to be sure you are root to tip detangled and avoid any unwanted locs. Good luck!

[@herbalhairchic]

I have fine hair as well. I tried finger detangling once a long time ago. I think I'll try it again but on wash day do one pass with my unbrush.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you. I am excited to try this. It seems for many women in the community they have settled on using a detangling tool on wash days and then using their fingers in-between.

[@BeYoutifulBombshell]

I think this was my issue as well. My strands have been labeled as fine, though I have a lot of it, by my stylist. I’m not certain if it is fine but I did struggle with constant tangles and matting. Finger detangling was not getting it all but then again my pursuit into finger detangling was short lived at best.

[@cookiedoughmonstertravels4469]

Very tru! And if you have high density, fine strands like me, webbing, matting and coil locking are a major issue and finger detangling alone cant really take care of. I have to finger detangle first and then go in with my tangle teaser to actually detangle my hair.

[@venaetheartist8067]

Great idea, and good luck with this journey! I'm type 4 as well, its 6 inches long and constantly curls up on itself and shrinks as the style gets old. I realized that it defeated the purpose to use a brush/comb, thats not really made for my hair, or any Afro-textured hair. I feel a lot better about my hair now, not seeing all my hair in a brush. For those with hair like mine, use your fingers to gently pull down the length of your hair and gently spread when you get to the ends. This is working great for me so far.

[@ayo_hitman_bang_introduces]

💯 this. Also, doing the prayer hands motion on damp hair helps pull out shed hair.

[@KlassicallyKept]

I have been looking up this method on KZbin University lol.

[@greene_te]

I use my fingers as well and between the washing, conditioning and styling, I don’t detangle until it’s time to restyle my hair to save on some shedding and manipulation during the cleansing process of my hair!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello! This sound like the happy medium that most of the community has settled on. I am excited to see where this takes me.

[@heredianna2496]

I understand exactly what you mean. I mostly finger detangle except for wash days where I often use a comb but I had to make the conscious decisions about the best/effective moment to use it because I only want to use it once during my wash day. Usually I would finger detangle then comb detangle before my shampoo ONLY in order to remove a maximum of shed hairs and prevent more knots and tangles before my hair touches water. During the shampoo, deep condition, rinsing style I finger detangle at every step with the help of water in order to keep it untangle and get rid of any shed hair the comb may have missed. That's how I avoid combing my hair multiple times on wash days.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you for this ! This sounds very doable and ultimately what I may end up doing. For now, I will stop cold turkey. If I feel my hair is getting matted or starts to lock I will detangle with a tool on wash day and reduce the amount of times I use it.

[@aquafina6544]

I don't understand mya..if it aint broke don't fix it. Your hair is thriving there's no damage. Idont get why you're not detandling as you have been. I feel you on trimming bcus i got lazy and stopped and had 2 cut 12in off. I have been finger detangling for years now. My hir was breaking off its super curly and my strands are thin so i stopped

[@CourtneyBridgett]

My hair breaks when I finger detangle as well

[@laer.393]

@@CourtneyBridgettme too! my theory is that it might actually be too much manipulation for some of us. going through a section with your hands multiple times has to be more manipulation than just bringing a brush through the section a couple times and being done.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello! Trimming is a must for me as well. This is something to try. I have actually been thinking about it since January when I got a trim and I found out that my hair was breaking in my nape area. For now I will stop cold turkey but if I find that my hair matted or more tangled that usual I will readjust. It seems a lot of women in the community have settled on using a detangling tools on wash day and then using their fingers in-between and that may be where I end up should I have any issues.

[@nrsimmons178]

I will not be joining you with the finger detangling, doll, but I hope this works well for you! I'm a straight natural, and my waist-length hair has been thriving with daily combing and brushing; I lose only a bit to the wiglet/chihuahua portions I used to lose when wet detangling! I now oil detangle on dry hair, and wash in sections. I'm using a shampoo and deep conditioner combo with chebe in them, so I'm interested to see what it does for my hair. I definitely agree with you on the regular trims, because what is length without health? I have to let my stylist do it though, because I'll get scissor-happy immediately, lol! Good luck to you! ❤

[@laer.393]

your process sounds so similar to mine! i’m not a straight natural but rather a stretched natural, either with blow outs on wash day or through braid outs. i detangle with oil too and gently do so with a brush; wet combing my hair tends to do so much more damage unless i’m super careful doing teeny tiny sections. our hair can be so versatile it can be confusing to know what will work bc ppl swear by different methods! i don’t doubt that finger detangling only does good for some girlies but me? it would have my hair matted af from all the missed shed hairs 🤣.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Understood! I am excited to where this takes me

[@nrsimmons178]

@@laer.393 Exactly! Ain't nobody got time for the wiglet, lol! My life is so much easier blowing my hair straight, instead of fighting miss thing for domination! 🤣 I only let my stylist flat iron it, usually when it's trim time, so my curls are still lovely and in tact. I love cosmetologists who care about the science of hair, not just a great style, and I'm super lucky to have mine (interviewed several natural stylists in my area to find her!); following the regimen she worked out for me has my hair growing like crazy, so I'll be trimming it again next week! 🥰

[@nrsimmons178]

@@KlassicallyKept I'm interested in seeing how the chebe works for you, and your thoughts on future use. Thanks for the response! 🥰

[@ayo_hitman_bang_introduces]

Hi Mya😊 Best luck as you try out finger detangling. You're always so thorough about sharing results (which I genuinely appreciate), so I can't wait to hear what you have to share. Personally, after a whole lot of struggling, I finally cut what needed to go (after making improvements to my hair routine). A good, intentional cut/trim when needed will solve a lot of your hair issues, as afrikanhairgod always mentions😂 I knew my hair needed it when, even after keeping up with my hair regularly, finger detangling was still a hassle. I have finally been able to reduce brushing to once every washday during the pre-shampoo stage. I also finger detangle my twists every 2 or 3 weeks in-between washdays so that I'm not relying on just one detangle sesh to remove shed hair. That has also been a breeze since my haircut.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Ayo. Thank you or this! So for most people in the comments they seems to only use a detangling tool on wash days and then finger detangle until the next wash day which is a great compromise. For now I will stop cold turkey, should I see a decline in hair health I will probably switch to this model.

[@truthserum4life101]

I'm doing a 1 year mini twist challenge that I started in March. For 4 weeks I don't have to do anything 🤷🏿‍♀️. Just mist with aloe juice, spray oil sheen & go. So I'm already not using a comb or anything else. 💃🏿

[@KlassicallyKept]

Low manipulation! I know you will get great results.

[@denyshadials5702]

Wishing you the best on this new journey 🩷

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you

[@cbchang6200]

I just watched your 3 videos on finger detangling. I have always mainly finger detangled, using a wide tooth comb once per week. However, now I realize that I can do a better job finger detangling. So I will only use my wide tooth comb on wash day, which is every two weeks. 👍🏽🤗

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello! You can definitely do that as well! I think after this chebe and no tools journey I will probably just detangle on wash day and leave it be until next wash day, which is every 2 weeks for me as well.

[@cbchang6200]

@@KlassicallyKept I think as I get better at finger detangling, I may stop using the wide tooth comb altogether. I'll see how it goes.👍😊

[@sadamrisho1392]

❤️❤️❤️ thanks for empowering explanation 😘😘😘

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course

[@vanessaallen8907]

I see you point on excessive combing your hair. I have tried only finger detangling my hair. It worked for me my hair doesn’t get smooth at all. I did for healthy hair and not the look. Went I started detangling my hair with a wire tooth comb, my hair looks more smoother. My routine was and still is shampoo my hair, section my hair in four, apply deep conditioner, detangle my hair with my fingers or wide tooth comb, put them in 4 big twists, put a plastic cap, put some low heat, rinse the deep conditioner out, install my mini twists with a cream but I don’t use any comb, I only use my fingers. I don’t comb my hair or do nothing until next wash day. My thing is when I detangle with a comb, my hair is smoother and my twists come out really good and twists out are more defined. I don’t know if I could just do only finger detangling only. I do enjoy my hair looking smooth and not messy. I support you in your journey and I can’t wait to see your results.

[@vanessaallen8907]

Wide tooth comb *

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Vanessa. It seems like you have found a happy medium and what works for you. When I do my mini twists I do not use a comb either just my fingers. I am excited to see the results

[@RAJOHN-ke7mc]

This video came during an interesting time. I only use a comb during wash day when I deshed my hair before washing. I dont deep condition because it doesnt do anything for my hair. Leave ins oils and grease work well.

[@taraiviacarter]

welcome to the finger detangling club! I always get way more breakage when I use combs. Fingers are just gentler.

[@KlassicallyKept]

I am excited to see where this takes me.

[@Lisa13245]

I've done exclusively finger detangling and only combs or brushes and I find I need both. Looking forward to seeing your results.

[@KlassicallyKept]

I am as well !

[@lavellans]

My tactic is to do one good detangle. Sadly my strands are too thin to not use a tool at all. I will say, though, the flexible brushes have been WAY better than the wide tooth comb (which is still p stiff to me). When I go back to the hard wide tooth comb, I see breakage, so I am gentle w/ the detangling brush.

[@cookiedoughmonstertravels4469]

Wide tooth combs have done more damage to my hair than any other tool! I dont even use them when my hair is straightened anymore. …ill use a thin comb before ill use a wide one. Smh. The different level, flexible bristles on the tangle teaser style of brush are the best for me after i go thru and separate any webbing and dislodge shed hairs

[@songzharris]

I thought about this recently. I comb my hair ONCE a month and that's on wash day. I wash my hair & D/C in twists. The only time I comb my hair is when I'm redoing the twists again after rinsing out the D/C. I wash & comb once a month.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Once a month sounds fine. I am stopping cold turkey, but if need be I will detangle with a tool on wash days.

[@JoyBNaturals]

Finger detangling is the best thing ever for me. I have long ditched my combs and when I tell people I don't use combs the look in their face🙄 like are you for real😲! many people don't even understand the concept of finger detangling😅, it's like news to them😂. Honestly since I started using just my fingers to detangle I have started seeing more length rentention😊

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Joy! This is good to know lol. So far I have not had any issues.

[@LisePlansandJournals]

I have cut back on using combs and my hairs thickness is improving so so much. I went to a loctician (because I starting microlocs in a month) and for my consultation she combed through my hair. And I do mean *ripppppped* through it with that comb. I was so mad. Luckily my hair is catching up.

[@KlassicallyKept]

This is so great to hear. I am sorry about the experience you had, but I am glad that your hair was able to recover.

[@patriciajenkins9458]

Hello Mya thanks for the information, I trim my ends to.💜

[@KlassicallyKept]

It's a must for me

[@user-lw8xc4uo6t]

I just joined recently and i have'nt use a single comb since Febuary and i like it so far...although it requires patience but i can see the changes so fa And i kind of like it❤

[@KlassicallyKept]

Wonderful! I am hoping for amazing results as well.

[@goddesslove3749]

Funny to come across this video because I just took the leap and put the detangling brush down. I must say it’s hard because I’ve been using brushes for many years. I have butt length fine hair. Went from above my ears to butt length in about 4 years. So far I’ve noticed less shed and a much deeper relationship with my hair with finger detangling. It’s almost like a spiritual experience to be honest. It definitely takes longer but so far it’s worth it and I enjoy the alone time with my hair and myself. I guess I’ll see how it goes. I’m loving the journey.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Goddess! I love your comment and agree. When I am finger detangling yes it take longer but I feel more connected to my hair.

[@tblakeney-oh6zp]

Thank you, you have given me something to think about

[@KlassicallyKept]

Something new to try !

[@TheMspoodle2]

I wonder if people understand that finger detangling allows our curls to pop more without gels and other curl definers. Combs and brushes disturb the curl pattern, along with causing breakage and thin.

[@KlassicallyKept]

This is why I am excited to try this method.

[@cookiedoughmonstertravels4469]

A part of the reason that finger detangling allows the curls to pop is because you are in affect shingling the hair as you go through. A proper curly hairbrush like a tangled teaser or a Denman brush passing through the hair after it has been properly entangled will actually enhance the curl pattern, not break it up. Conversely, yes, using combs will definitely break up the curl pattern, as well as break the ends of the hair and pull out hair attached to the shed hairs that are still connected to the scalp. Detangling can also make the curls clump because the hair is not really separated properly…. This can lead to tangling and locking within the Curls. Take for example in the shower rinsing your hair With water in your fingers, the curls are gonna pop… Compare that to rinsing out in the shower with water and a comb or a brush in most cases, The curls are going to separate as opposed to clump. But You can always get your hair to clump later outside of the shower when the hair is fully tangled. I think starting off your week/month with properly cleansed and entangled hair is very important. If you’re starting off with knots shed hair and clumped curls a week or two weeks in and you might have a problem. I’m just saying I’ve been there.

[@simplyandoime7344]

Let us keep pursuing the truth. Once you master this very important skill, you will never go back to the combs. It's a massive gamechanger.

[@KlassicallyKept]

I am hoping it will be

[@ruthn96]

Yes to finger detangle but for my peace of mind and the nature of my hair i finish off with a wide tooth comb,its the only tool i use.I know you prefer twists but for me if i only choose to finger detangle,i put my hair in braids,i don't know how to quite explain it but with finger detangling the hair just get more puffy and easily unravels...try it out and see what works for you.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Good afternoon! I understand what you are saying. For now I will stop cold turkey and if need be I may only use a detangling tool on wash days.

[@cookiedoughmonstertravels4469]

I did finger detangling only for about 2 yrs… it didnt work out for me. I had tried different wide tooth combs(including a very expensive seamless bison bone comb) they all ripped my hair out and disturbed my curl pattern when i was trying to curl-train my hair. Finger detangling (alone) is not for me! It took SO long! I would get frustrated and have to stop or make myself push thru and finish… which i hate to do. I only like to touch my hair when im in good energy and ready to deal with her calmly. I started putting off wash days for too long and my scalp started to suffer as well as my hair would get matted from being left alone for too long. Also my ends got real ugly and ratty. The good thing was my hair got fuller… but that can also be attributed to all the ayurvedic herbs i had gone back using to at that time. After about 2 yrs, i learned about the tangleteaser (style brush… i say this style cause the off- brand dollar tree “shampoo brush” and the conair version of it work just as well for me). One of my OG hair gurus, Curly Proverbz put me on to this brush as she was going thru the same thing as me. She got sick of how long finger detangling took and i think she actually helped them develop the thick and curly version cause her hair was too thi k for the original). With the proper lubricant (like flax seed gel or a slippery conditioner with oil) and a tangle teaser, Brushing in gentle strokes, moving up in VERY small increments from ends to roots… there is little to no breakage. In terms of making sure im not pulling hairs from the scalp that are not shed, i “de-web” each section of my hair before detangling it. This step helps to break up webbing that contains shed hairs that are crossing and holding hair still embedded in my scalp. …i learned this step/technique during my 2-yr stint finger detangling. Good luck on your journey!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Cookie! Thank you for this. I love Curly Provebz, she got me into natural hair care and Ayurveda. It sound like for most people in the community they use some type of detangling tool on wash day or styling day and then carefully detangle their hair in between. I am going to try this and it doesn't work out, I will probably follow that model as well.

[@queenawill3542]

If I didn’t have a trigger finger, I would detangle more often. A wide tooth comb works well for me tho.

[@LivingInTheShade]

Very interesting. For me I don't like the term detangling it sounds negative, like hair is in a tangled messy/knotty state. I use a comb on my fine hair I am considering finger combing there may be some benefits for me. I am going to try it out. Also I really want to try chebe infused grease.

[@laer.393]

detangling isn’t negative it’s simply a description. anyone’s hair can become tangled and tangles aren’t great because they can turn into matting. this is like saying “i don’t like the term hungry because it implies you’re without food which is bad” lol.

[@LivingInTheShade]

@@laer.393 I think you didn't read what I had said. I said "I" don't like the term. I find the term negative because of the connotations while I was growing up. People can have different views, that what makes the world go round 😆.

[@karacee5481]

Me: super fine hair, low density, alopecia- ish (😂) - finger detangling helps me. Occasionally, a tangle teezer does help me, but I use it sparingly- maybe once every couple of months. I too, am going cold turkey and using only my fingers through the end of the year. My goal is to get my shortest section of hair past the front of my bra. Currently at mid-chest length on the left side. (My right side grows like a weed.)

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello! I love your goals. I am stopping cold turkey as well. If I noticed any matting or excessive tangles I will use the thick and curly tangle teaser on wash day and cut down on the amount of times I use it.

[@Sista.Abigail]

That Tangle Teaser did NOT work for me, neither does a wide tooth comb. 🤔 I get much better results from a paddle brush. I also try to finger detangle and find it VERY hard to not reach for my paddle brush, which is like second nature for me. Great point on being in a state of calm! I have definitely yanked out so much hair in a rushed and frustrated state!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Sista! MMMM a paddle brush interesting, but this is why I love natural hair different things and processes work for different people there is no one size fits all. I only use a paddle brush when my hair is straight. I am excited for this journey.

[@keishas3869]

I am using the chebe grease and SM amla line and I swear I can see a difference in length retention and less breakage as well. I need to figure out a good twist option because it's still on the finer side and I don't the look. My twist look like little twigs down my back. I've just been doing two French braids instead. Love your content

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you Keisha! I am so glad you are liking the products. The Shea Moiture Amla line was prefect timing, as I had been talking to yall about Amla and using it.

[@whosthatgirl9967]

I started about a month ago and hoping for the best!

[@KlassicallyKept]

We can hope together !

[@11cyndee]

Think I will join you in this no comb journey 😊

[@KlassicallyKept]

Come and join ! 😊

[@prettypractical3372]

Whew…no combing even on wash day? 😩 This kinky hair needs some serious detangling 🤣

[@KlassicallyKept]

I will start out cold turkey. But if need be I will incorporate into wash day only. And reduce to 1x time on wash day instead of 3x.

[@A_Wilson]

It’ll be nice to see how it goes for you, hopefully well. I stopped using combs 4 months ago and so far I love it. It requires me to really be patient and get to know my hair. PreciousFro and Cocoa in Kyoto really articulated how non-beneficial combs can be overtime, in a way that finally clicked for me. 😅

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello A! Patience will definitely be key for this part of the journey. It cant be rushed and you most definitely cannot be upset when finger detangling.

[@NPhilome]

Whew! Good luck.

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you

[@BionAvastar3000]

3 times in wash day definitely sounds like too much. I do once per wash day (once a week) and that seems to work fairly well. I did try finger detangling only for a while at one point, but my hair started to loc so I stopped. Hopefully you'll see great results though! I feel like you have a lot more patience than me.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hey Bion, lol I do have patience when it comes to my hair. I am excited to see how this plays out.

[@__.melonchxly.__2809]

Should I try this? I’m worried that it’ll leave my hair matted because no matter how much I use my hands it gets knotted back up or doesn’t feel like I’m getting the shed hair out. Would it be better if I try to be reluctant on using it by using it less?

[@KlassicallyKept]

I would start out by reducing the number of times you pick up a comb or detangling tool. For instance detangle on wash days with a tool and then maybe finger detangle in between wash days. Or detangle on wash days with a tool and then depending on how often you wash your hair reduce the number of times you use use the detangle tool. For example Lets say you you wash your hair every 2 weeks. You wash your hair Monday and detangle with a tool. You re-moisturize your hair every 4 days. So, on that following Thursday use your fingers. And then just switch between tools and fingers.

[@__.melonchxly.__2809]

@@KlassicallyKept THANK YOU! I’ve been doing that for a month as of lately by doing slightly more long term protective styling by installing mini twist for like a month or so then take retwist them by deshedding the hair and detangling with my fingers then using my tangle teezer!

[@herbalhairchic]

I've been debating about finger detangling. I think this is a sign to try this method with my retention journey. I detangle twice during wash day but I keep combing until all of the tangles are out. Now that I think about it, my hair twine right back together so I could be over manipulating my hair. Ooops! Thxs for bringing us along your journey.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Of course! And this me as well. I am excited for journey !