Q&A for How to Wash Thick Hair

The same rules apply. Tilt your head backwards under the water; that is the proper way to wash your hair.

This depends on where you live (what type of climate), what you do on a daily basis (how dirty it gets), and what type of hair you have. Typically, it is recommended to wash it every other day, so that you are not stripping it of the natural oils that it needs to stay healthy. However, if it gets dirty quickly, you may need to wash it more frequently; if it does not get dirty as often, you may be able to wash it less than once every two days.

Yes. If your hair is super dry then you are either over-washing or under-moisturizing. Try washing your hair less frequently and see what happens. If this doesn't help, then you should try adding a bit more product to your hair and moisturizing in between washes. It might also help to switch what type of products you use, such as from creams to oil.

You generally don't need to shampoo the ends of your hair, but you can do so once in a while if you want to.

Yes. You should always wash the ends. When using conditioner, make sure to only condition the ends to keep them from drying out.

Massage your head with your fingertips for approximately one minute. Then condition the length (not the top), and apply your leave-in conditioner.

A curry comb will most likely just create a tangled mess, so this is definitely not recommended.

Technically, you never have to do what the article suggests. But yes, I recommend following the instructions because licensed professionals have co-authored this.

There's not much you can do to prevent it, but you can always have it thinned at a salon. Regular trims will also help.

Thick and long hair can easily tangle. One of the best deterrents is to brush out your hair several times a day. When you wash your hair, be sure to use mild products that have good reviews. Use a detangling brush for the best way to remove tangles without pain.