Beauty
Say goodbye to stubborn tangles.
Ever notice stubborn fairy knots in your hair while primping your curls in the mirror?
Theyre hard,teeny-tiny, and snag on brushes and combs.
Well, if you didnt know before, those are called single-strand knots.
Theyre pretty common in curly and coily hair, and youre probably dealing with them all wrong.
Once formed, they are virtually impossible to untangle because they are so tiny and tight.
Fairy knots can emerge even when your curls are nicely hydrated.
Tired of annoying fairy knots ruining your curls aesthetic?
Below are Longworths tips and tricks for taking care of your ends.
Longsworth also recommends frequent deep-conditioning, at least once per week.
Detangle Your Curls With Care
verify to detangle your hair with the the utmost care.
Use your fingers and/or a wide-toothed comb to gently detangle, she says.
The key is not to snap or break off hair which will only cause more single-strand knots to form.
Focus On Your Ends When Moisturizing
When it comes to moisturizing your hair, Longsworth suggest using theL.O.C.
(liquid, oil, then cream) or L.C.O.
(liquid, cream, oil) methodto keep single strand knots away.
Each method helps your hair absorb and hold onto the hydrating elements in your products.
Dont forget to protect your ends during the day, too.
Wear a satin-lined hat or tie up your curls with a trendy scarf to protect them.
She recommends these scissors as a great, under $10 option.