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10 Hair Products To Help Tackle Detangling 4C Hair On Wash Day

These product picks are life-savers.
10 Hair Products To Help Tackle Detangling 4C Hair On Wash Day
By Jamila Stewart · Updated April 25, 2022

Ask anyone with a 4C texture of their top hair struggles, and the need to detangle what feels like over and over again is bound to be in their top three. Simply put, it comes with the territory. By nature, with the ultra-curly texture of 4C hair the cuticle layers of the each strand of 4C hair are often so close to together that it promotes tangling, and this becomes amplified even further when the hair is wet. Inevitable? Perhaps. Amendable? Absolutely. The best products for detangling 4C hair will leave you with healthier, and oftentimes even more hydrated hair and less breakage.

You might not want to hear this, but with 4C hair, the more frequently you detangle your hair (doing so with small section show as to show the right amount attention to each portion, the better). Adding as much moisture as possible to you your daily and wash day routines helps, too (think avoiding drying shampoos, using scalp oils and finishing off with hair masks to lock in your hard work). Then, adding a cuticle-smoothing detangler into the mix (be it a cream, conditioner or spray), you’ll find that overtime, combing through your wet hair, prepping your hair for a protective style or taking your hair out of a protective style are all bound to become that much easier. Ready to stop stressing over matts and knots? Shop our favorite detangling tools below.

01
As I Am Born Curly Argan Leave-In Conditioner & Detangler
After leaving your cuticles smooth and aiding in minimizing breakage, this conditioner leaves your hair glistening with shine, too. Available at As I Am
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02
4C Only Too Soft Leave-In Conditioner For 4C Hair
Looking for a product that gets it? This brand name says it all. This formula in particular uses squalene and elm to promote long-lasting hydration. Available at 4C Only
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03
Oyin Handmade Oh My Glide! Prestyling Detangler with Avocado Oil and Organic Aloe Vera
Perfect for use with removing or styling braids and twists, just grab a brush and let this avocado oil and aloe vera-infused potion do its job. Available at Amazon
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Alikay Naturals Knots Be Gone Hair Detangler
This detangler uses mucinogenic properties to create slippery hair for an easy and painless wash day. Available at Wal-Mart
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05
Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Deep Mosturizing Detangler
Anyone with 4C hair is no stranger to breakage, however Shea Moisture promises up to 9x more moisture with this detangler to minimize breakage and leave it in the past. Available at Shea Moisture
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06
Dark and Lovely Detangling Deep Conditioner with Avocado Oil
Created to cater to protective hairstyles, this detangling cream ensures you’ll be able to take down your install, braids or twists with ease. Available at Wal-Mart
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07
Design Essentials Natural Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Conditioner
Created thoughtfully with the notion that kinkier hair often requires more moisture than most in mind, this shampoo is one that won’t leave your conditioner to do all the hydrating work. Available at Wal-Mart
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08
Cream of Nature Pure Honey Knot Away Leave-In Detangler
This sulfate-free leave-in conditioner works wonders for split ends as well. Available at Target
7 Shop Now
09
Briogeo Be Gentle, Be Kind Aloe + Oat Milk Ultra Soothing Fragrance-Free Detangler
Intended to cater to those with allergies to fragrances and essential oils, this dermatologist improved spray restores moisture to dry hair with aloe vera, oat milk and green tea extract. Available at Sephora
24 Shop Now
10
DevaCurl No Comb Detangling Spray
DevaCurl claims this spray can tackle detangling curly hair without a comb – Talk about impressive. Available at Bonanza
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