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Why do I always get knots in my hair?

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Make sure you're taking preventative measures. Prior to shampooing, brush or comb your hair with a large-tooth comb. After shampooing, use the right conditioner for your hair type and texture and let it process according to the manufacturer's instructions. Rinse the conditioner with cool water and towel dry your hair.

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What if I always keep my hair in a bun?

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Try brushing out the knots from your hair before you go to bed and put your bun on top of your head to avoid more knots. Use leave in conditioner to avoid knots during the day.

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What is the best type of brush for this?

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A wide tooth comb would be the best. If that doesn't work, use a thinner one.

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How do I remove knots that are all the way on the top of my head?

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Add a small amount of oil to the knot and slowly try to work it out by gently brushing at the bottom of the knot with a small, fine comb.

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How often should I wash my hair if it's very dry?

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Don't use shampoo every time you wash your hair (try every other time). When you're not using shampoo, use conditioner.

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What if one has knots toward the top of the head and middle of the hair -- how does one attempt to get them out?

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Brush your hair, starting from the bottom then to the middle and then top, then brush your hair thoroughly to make sure there are no knots.

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How do I remove a knot that is really big in a very little amount of time?

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Just keep combing. If you do not have enough time, just put a bobby pin on it.

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How do I get rid of huge lightly woven knots in my hair?

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Brush them out or try to remove them using your fingers. If you get them often, find a nice conditioning product to help you.

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What if your hair is too short to put it in a braid or a pineapple at night?

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Put it in a clip that you are comfortable sleeping with.

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If my whole head is in one big knot, what do I do?

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Spread olive oil throughout all your hair, keep it in for an hour. Get all hair on your right shoulder, start with the small knots, and move the hair that doesn't have any knots to the left side. Right after you are done, braid your hair and leave that braid for a whole day. A day later, wash the oil out.

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Is it good if you take out your knots as soon as you come out the shower?

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It all depends on the type of hair, but generally no. This is because it is actually easier to remove knots from your hair when it is dry, and it is better for your hair. Otherwise you are more likely to suffer from split ends.

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My hair just always keeps knots that are very hard to get out, what do I do?

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Try making a system: brush your hair for a couple minutes in the morning and then do the same at night. Try doing a pineapple or a braid at night. If this does not work, try using olive oil and leave it in for an hour.

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What do I do if the knot is in the back of my head?

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You can ask somebody else to help you, or guide yourself using your sense of touch.

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How would I get a big knot out of the middle of my hair?

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Follow the instructions listed in the article above.

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How do I get rid of giant knots?

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Simply add conditioner and detangling spray. Brush small portions and keep adding in. I find that baby conditioner works best. Apply this to dry or wet hair, but don't rinse it out until you get rid of the knot.

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Could I put the hair product on the brush?

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Yes, you could.

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