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Trust: If you're attempting to finger-comb through your knots and tangles without a curl detangler, you're doing. it. wrong. And I'm not just talking about those mists and sprays your mom used to aggressively rake through your hair after showering as a kid—I'm talkin' about new (and very much improved) detanglers, like a multitasking formula you can add to your wash-day routine, a lightweight leave-in that clumps and defines your curls, and a hydrating treatment that rinses out without feeling sticky. The bottom line? Detanglers are nonnegotiable if you wanna comb through your curls without breakage or damage, so there's no reason not to add one to your lineup. Do yourself a favor and keep scrolling for the absolute best detanglers for curly hair—along with a few tips and tricks for getting the most out of each formula.