Q&A for How to Brush Your Hair

Brushes are better for styling and detangling dry hair. Combs are best for parting, detangling, and styling wet hair.

You shouldn't brush your hair when it is wet unless you are using a brush on damp hair for styling purposes. Detangling should be done with a comb.

Brushing your hair can stimulate your scalp and maximize your hair growth. You should use a natural bristle brush and make sure to brush the full length of the hair.

You can comb your hair in the shower with a wide-tooth comb. You should not use a brush on wet hair.

A common myth is that your hair will grow long if you brush several times a day. This isn't true, but brushing your hair will help to distribute its natural oils, which definitely helps to stimulate hair growth.

If you're a kid, you can brush your hair using the same guidelines! Start at the ends of your hair and work your way up to your head. You can use a detangling spray if you have a lot of knots.

Work in small sections at a time; if you start at your scalp and pull down, you could break your hair if the brush snags on a tangle. Also, work from the bottom up, which is much gentler on your hair. If your hair is really tangled, work in some deep conditioner and let it sit for a minute, then comb it out with a wide-toothed comb when you're in the shower.

Yes—in fact, finger combing is sometimes a better option than using a brush or comb. For example, if you want to work out tangles while your hair is damp, teasing them out with your fingers is a good way to do it. You may need a comb or brush to get out tougher knots, though.

If you stop combing or brushing your hair, you can expect a lot more tangles, mats, and kinks to appear. You might also notice your roots getting greasier and your ends becoming drier, since you won’t be combing or brushing the natural oils through the strands anymore. You might also notice more loose hair coming out in the shower, since brushing and combing normally helps get rid of loose strands. Your hair may also appear poofier or more voluminous.

It depends on the texture of your hair and whether you’re brushing properly. If you have really curly hair, it may be best to stick to a comb, since brushing can stress the hair and cause frizz. However, for straighter or finer hair, brushing is a good way to work out small tangles and remove loose hair. It can also help distribute your hair’s natural oils down the length of the hair to keep it healthy and moisturized.

Try a deep conditioner, or a hair mask to reduce dryness. Don't tangle, and tease very little.

Soft hair depends on a number of factors like genes, hair products, and climate. Try rinsing your hair with cold water, using a soft bristle brush, using conditioner, and not damaging it with heat.

Your hair will naturally get tangled sometimes, just apply detangling conditioner and comb it out with a wide tooth comb.

It depends how tight they are, but if the hair does get dented, it will just fade out after a bit of brushing.

old your hair in a tight clasp above where you're brushing it to reduce pain from brushing. You can also spray your hair with leave-in conditioner to make it easier to brush.

No you don't, it's a personal preference really. Find a way that works best for you.

It doesn't, it just when you section it it keeps it out the way because the tangles will come back about you wash it then brush it by the next say it will be soft and shiny. It also depends on the type of shampoo and conditioner you use, but most kinds work.

Try a deep conditioner or try to work through knots with your fingers or a comb.

No, you do not have to wash your hair. However, most people find that washing hair will help remove grease and keeps hair healthier. On the other hand, excessive hair washing can cause damage to the hair as it strips the natural oils. If you choose not to wash your hair, after a month or so, you will find that your hair starts to clean itself and you will find you do not need to wash it. That said, you may also find that shampoo and conditioner can add health benefits, shine and easy brushing benefits to your hair.

You need to use trial and error. Get sample shampoos and conditioners to test out different brands until you find one that works best for your hair.

Volumizing shampoo should do the trick. Also, texturizing powder, spray, or even dry shampoo can help you amp up the volume!

You probably used too much conditioner. A palm-sized "scoop" should be more than enough.

Yup. That's the way you'll get the least pain out of the hair-brushing experience. The roots-to-tips method just makes it a bit harder to work your way down.

Start by brushing the ends of your hair and work your way up. If you have knots, hold on to your hair above the knot and gently brush through to avoid tugging.

With damaged roots, it is best to first try and replenish them with a treatment or mask. Then, to not wreck your roots even more, you should start from the tips of your hair, then work down. Next, start from the middle, work your way through, and glide down the bottom. Finally, working through the top and gliding downwards should be a breeze.

You should tie your hair at the top and, as you go put loads of bands under it. Then, let it out in the morning. Also, remember to brush it afterward.

It's not the best idea to sleep with your hair loose. But if you really want to, brush your hair before and after sleep.

Start brushing from the bottom and work your way up to the roots. Don't start at the roots as shown here.

Brush slowly. Start with the ends and work to the top.

Brush your hair in the shower while it's still wet, but instead of using an actual brush, start with your fingers. Once you've cleared any big tangles with your fingers, use a comb to get the rest of your hair starting from the bottom and working your way up.