What's the Best Detangling Comb?

CoilsKinksCurls · 11-07-2009, 01:30 AM

I did a search and couldn't find an entire thread on the best detangling combs out there.
\I have a basic wide tooth comb but it snags my hair, doesn't give any and I feel is stressing my hair more than it needs to.

Don't use the Denman brush any more so please don't suggest that, just want to know the best combs out there for tightly coiled hair!! Thanks ladies!

maysay · 11-07-2009, 01:57 AM

I'm a 4a (actually my hair looks very similar to yours) and after trying many different combs and brushes, I've found that my fingers have been the best.

I've tried the k-cutter comb, a horn comb, regular wide tooth comb, goody add shine brush, denman (did not like at all) and I'm sure others.

Using my fingers works the best, forces me to be more gentle, and it's easier to get out knots. I use the taliah waajid protective mist bodifier to detangle and it works perfectly.

CoilsKinksCurls · 11-07-2009, 02:00 AM

I tried the finger combing method and that just doesn't work for me at all, my hair just get's more tangled and I find that it takes twice as long to detangle my hair when I use my fingers. With 5 kids I need a comb and a good one at that, LOL.

maysay · 11-07-2009, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by CoilsKinksCurls

I tried the finger combing method and that just doesn't work for me at all, my hair just get's more tangled and I find that it takes twice as long to detangle my hair when I use my fingers. With 5 kids I need a comb and a good one at that, LOL.

I can understand that. Finger combing never worked for me until I found a good detangler to go a long with it. And it's better for me because when using combs or brushes, I'm less gentle. When I use my fingers it's easier for me to take it slow.

Bone combs tend to be raved about across the hair boards. And, the magic star rake combs seem to be popular as well (they have a jumbo and mini). They're expensive, but should last a long time. http://www.hotcombs.net/products/Mag...umbo-Rake.html

You might like the K-Cutter though. You can find them at a BSS for around 3$.

CoilsKinksCurls · 11-07-2009, 02:36 AM

I have actually found a great detangler, wanting to use a comb instead of my hands is pretty much a preference and need for speed thing.

That Magic rake comb needs to detangle my hair on it's on for that amount of money, dang! LOL I want to try it but don't know if spending that kind of money on a comb is even worth it.

Using my fingers is starting to look mighty good after that.

FallOutCurl · 11-07-2009, 06:52 AM

the comb i use the shower comb that came free with the curly cocktails it doesn't snag, i've also heard good things about the mason and pearson comb but i've yet to buy one

NEA · 11-07-2009, 07:36 AM

A good comb is an investment in the health of your hair. Spend the money. I use Mason Pearson combs and they're expensive...and worth every penny. I'm not a fan of bone combs...they're too "hard". However, some folks love them.

Windflower · 11-07-2009, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by NEA

A good comb is an investment in the health of your hair. Spend the money. I use Mason Pearson combs and they're expensive...and worth every penny. I'm not a fan of bone combs...they're too "hard". However, some folks love them.

Another fan of the Mason Pearson combs. I have had my combs for almost 5 years, and they still look brand new - definitely worth the money. Be sure to look around for the best price and depending on where you live, you may able to buy locally.

NEA · 11-07-2009, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Windflower

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Originally Posted by NEA

A good comb is an investment in the health of your hair. Spend the money. I use Mason Pearson combs and they're expensive...and worth every penny. I'm not a fan of bone combs...they're too "hard". However, some folks love them.

Another fan of the Mason Pearson combs. I have had my combs for almost 5 years, and they still look brand new - definitely worth the money. Be sure to look around for the best price and depending on where you live, you may able to buy locally.

I had to replace my C7, only because I stepped on it and broke it. I'd had it for about 7 years. I don't have problems with split ends and I get very few knots. I can't say for sure just how much the combs have to do with that, but I do believe they've contributed greatly to reducing mechanical damage.

Good products and good tools work together.

Mochachino · 11-07-2009, 10:41 AM

I use a shampoo massage brush for detangling. I find that it works far more better than the denman does.

cammiecam · 11-07-2009, 10:42 AM

I just had yet another detangling battle with my hair and need an answer to this as well. Finger combing hasn't worked all that well although I CAN do it if I want to... I have a fenman (fake denman) and wasn't all that impressed, and my jilbere comb isn't working so hot either. 17.50 for a comb huh? Does anyone know if I can get that one or a mason pearson comb at Sally's? I'd like to actually see these bad boys in person before I shell out that kinda dough.

cammiecam · 11-07-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Mochachino

I use a shampoo massage brush for detangling. I find that it works far more better than the denman does.

What's a shampoo massage brush?

CoilsKinksCurls · 11-07-2009, 11:26 AM

I think I am gonna just bite the bullet and buy the Magic Star Rake since it will definitely last a long time. The bone combs are entirely to hard for me, tried them in the beginning and haven't gonna back to them since.

Hotcombs.com has it on sale for $17.50 with an additional 10% off which brings it to $15.75 + $2.00 shipping. That helped so I will be purchasing it.

Windflower · 11-07-2009, 12:20 PM

The Magic Rake seems rather large and cumbersome, and the teeth seem too far apart for real detangling. I also don't like a comb's handle to be too large for my hand or difficult to hold. The ease of holding the Mason Pearson detangling comb is just one of the reasons why I adore about it.

I don't think Mason Pearson combs are sold at Sallys.

Here are the combs I have:

The C2 (detangling) and C7 (rake)

C2

rake

maysay · 11-07-2009, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Windflower

The Magic Rake seems rather large and cumbersome, and the teeth seem too far apart for real detangling. I also don't like a comb's handle to be too large for my hand or difficult to hold. The ease of holding the Mason Pearson detangling comb is just one of the reasons why I adore about it.

I don't think Mason Pearson combs are sold at Sallys.

Yeah the jumbo magic rake does seem rather large. OP, you may want to get the mini rake...it's the same thing but meant for traveling. Since it's smaller it'll probably be easier to handle (and it's cheaper).

QVCDiva · 11-07-2009, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Windflower

The Magic Rake seems rather large and cumbersome, and the teeth seem too far apart for real detangling. I also don't like a comb's handle to be too large for my hand or difficult to hold. The ease of holding the Mason Pearson detangling comb is just one of the reasons why I adore about it.

I don't think Mason Pearson combs are sold at Sallys.

Here are the combs I have:

The C2 (detangling) and C7 (rake)

C2

rake

I'm going to have to try the Mason Pearson combs. Every time you talk about them, I'm reminded of the best comb I every had. My mom bought that one from Avon, when I was a kid and I had that comb for at least 25 years. The handle finally broke on it after I stepped on it. Loved that comb so much that I'm still missing it. LOL

Windflower · 11-07-2009, 01:02 PM

Hopefully, I will have my detangling (my favorite of the two) for the next 20 years...I don't see why not unless I accidentally break it.

NEA · 11-07-2009, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Windflower

The Magic Rake seems rather large and cumbersome, and the teeth seem too far apart for real detangling. I also don't like a comb's handle to be too large for my hand or difficult to hold. The ease of holding the Mason Pearson detangling comb is just one of the reasons why I adore about it.

I don't think Mason Pearson combs are sold at Sallys.

Here are the combs I have:

The C2 (detangling) and C7 (rake)

C2

rake

Yep, me too!

blackmagicrose · 11-07-2009, 04:21 PM

I was actually thinking about getting a new comb as I'm tired of the jilbere. It's okay but not perfect. I actually want to try both the magic star and the mason pearson but man I don't want to spend that much money on a comb, much less several. I know I know, it's an invest. Still.

Windflower · 11-07-2009, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by blackmagicrose

I was actually thinking about getting a new comb as I'm tired of the jilbere. It's okay but not perfect. I actually want to try both the magic star and the mason pearson but man I don't want to spend that much money on a comb, much less several. I know I know, it's an invest. Still.

buy the mason pearson first... (i'm not biased...

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yes, it is an investment. sometimes i wonder if those posters who are constantly trying to find a product to stop those fairy knots/tangles would see better results if they invested in a good comb. finger detangling did nothing for my hair.