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BEAUTY – Mastering Curly Hair: The Ultimate Detangling Guide
Taming the Tangle, The Curly Hair Edit
Curly hair is glorious, bold, bouncy, full of personality, but it definitely comes with its own rulebook. Whether your curls are soft waves or tightly coiled spirals, they all share one notorious trait, they love to tangle. And once knots creep in, frizz, breakage and uneven curl definition follow right behind.
This season, Heart London is celebrating curls in all their beauty, and spotlighting clever products designed to keep them hydrated, smooth, and tangle-free. From detangling sprays to smart brushes, these tools make it easier to work with your curls, not against them.
Why Do Curls Tangle So Much?
Curls twist, loop and wrap around themselves naturally, which means they trap knots easily. Add dryness, brushing too aggressively, or using the wrong tools, and your gorgeous curls can quickly turn into a fluffy halo of chaos.
The secret?
Moisture, slip, and gentle detangling.
The right products can transform detangling from an arm workout into a soothing part of your routine.
Star Product Spotlight, The Smooth Company DETANGLED Range
Among the new wave of curl-friendly tools, The Smooth Company’s DETANGLED line has become a quiet favourite among stylists and curly-haired Londoners alike. It’s not a “curl product brand” as such, but its detangling science works beautifully on textured hair.
⭐ DETANGLED by The Smooth Company, Detangling Spray
Price: £20
Where to buy: thesmoothcompany.com
This lightweight spray adds instant slip to the hair, helping curls separate gently without pulling or snapping. It’s brilliant for anyone with dense curls, damaged hair, or kids who hate detangling time. Use it on damp hair before brushing or on dry curls before refreshing.
Why curlies love it:
- Softens knots without greasiness
- Reduces breakage
- Helps preserve curl pattern while detangling
- Smells fresh and clean
It works beautifully alongside curl creams and gels, making it an easy addition to any routine.
⭐ Smooth Company The Detangled Gift Set
Price: £93.50
Where to buy: thesmoothcompany.com, Cloud 10 Beauty
This curated kit is ideal for anyone who wants a full detangling routine in one stylish box. It includes the Detangled Spray, a detangling brush, a 4-in-1 comb, the Mane Master curved brush, a Smooth Stick for flyaways, and a travel-size styling cream.
Why it’s curl-friendly:
- Tools glide through curls without tugging
- Perfect for wash day and refresh days
- Great for gifting or building a complete curl-care arsenal
- Excellent for thick, long, or unruly curls
It’s a premium set, but with several full-size tools included, the value is strong, and the quality is genuinely impressive.
How to Detangle Curls Like a Pro
No matter what products you use, technique matters:
- Start with moisture, curls should be damp or well-conditioned.
- Apply a detangling spray or leave-in to add slip.
- Work from ends upward, never root-down.
- Use the right tools, flexible bristles or wide-tooth combs only.
- Be patient, curls respond to gentleness, never force.
- Seal the deal with a curl cream or lightweight styler.
A detangling spray like DETANGLED makes steps 2–5 dramatically easier.
The Bottom Line
Curly hair doesn’t need to be “tamed”, it needs to be understood. By giving your curls the hydration, slip and delicate handling they deserve, you can dramatically reduce frizz and breakage while keeping your natural pattern intact.
Products like The Smooth Company’s DETANGLED Spray and the Detangled Ever After Gift Set slot effortlessly into any curl care routine, making wash days smoother and styling a whole lot easier.
Heart London Magazine 