4C hair is known to be fragile and damage-prone. Debates about what comb to use and how to comb 4C hair have been long discussed. With its finely curled appearance and lack of elasticity, it is quite evident that it will be treated differently from normal straight hair. In this post let’s open the discussion about whether to comb a 4C hair dry or wet to learn more about how to properly care for this type of hair!

 

 

Combing 4c black hair is tough both wet and dry

If you’ve ever tried to comb your 4c hair dry, you know that it’s not just rough on your scalp; it’s also difficult to manage. Known as the most fragile hair type, 4C is often prone to breakage and shedding because of its high density, which means that even when you do get a good wash (or even two), there will still be lots of loose ends in need of re-growth.

These are perfect targets for split ends—the kind where they form more easily than other parts of the strand—and they can lead to breakage if not handled properly during styling or washing routines. On the other hand, if you do comb it wet, it may also cause tangles, damage, and shrinkage as it is at its weakest when wet!

Combing 4C hair While Wet

Wet hair is easier to stretch and comb through, but it can break more easily than dry hair. In addition, wet hair can be more prone to shrinkage and breakage when you’re not handling it carefully—especially if your routine involves lots of heat styling or flat-ironing.

If you’re going for a natural look and want your 4c curls to look as full as possible (and not shrink at all), then go ahead and use a wide-toothed comb on wet curls before drying them out with a t-shirt or towel wrapped around the ends of the style. Don’t forget to apply a moisturizing product before proceeding to comb!

Combing 4C hair While Dry

Dry 4c hair, although stronger than wet can easily break or unravel when stretched. It can be prone to snapping of strands due to its state where it is not moisturized or silken out by water. But dry detangling can be preferable when detangling minor and fewer knots. This can be done by finger combing, or gently brushing with a wide-tooth comb.

What should you do?

While the term “4C” is used to describe black women with coily hair, it can also refer to any woman who has a curly or kinky-curly texture and texture that tends to be hard to manage.
If your hair is naturally straight or wavy but gets frizzy when it’s wet (or even just humid), then this guide will help! Here are more tips for the health of your 4C hair:
• Use a detangling spray before washing your scalp off completely; this will help remove any excess oils from your scalp so they don’t cause frizziness later on! It’s best if there’s some sort of oil in there because water doesn’t penetrate well enough into those knots anyway–so why not try something like coconut oil instead?
• Use wide-toothed combs instead; these types aren’t meant specifically for curly/kinky textures but they’re still pretty effective at removing knots without damaging them too much while doing so.

Conclusion

It can be difficult to decide as to which method will work best for your hair type, but putting these tips together will help guide you toward making the right care for your 4c hair. Combing your hair wet or dry has its pros and cons, it’s only a matter of choosing a method for a particular situation or state of your hair and choosing the right items for your hair care!

Get more tips on detangling 4C hair from this article or learn more about hair care here.