How damaging is backcombing?
Backcombing is a common hair styling technique used to create a fuller look. Although the visual results of this technique can be stunning, many people worry that it may be damaging their follicles or even causing hair loss. The short answer is that backcombing can cause some hair damage and loss.
Is backcombing good for hair?
Potential hair damage Because backcombing rubs against the scales of the hair’s cuticle, it can cause serious and progressive damage to the hair’s integrity. Over time, this leads to weakening and breakage. It can also cause tangles near the root that are very difficult to remove.
How can I backcomb my hair without damaging it?
Use a texturizing spray, like Matrix Texture Builder Messy Finish Spray, at the roots of the hair you’ll be back-combing to keep the section intact while lifting and to create a foundation so that there’s maximum volume with minimal damage.
How do you backcomb a ponytail?
Place your hair into a ponytail. Grab a small section of the ponytail and wrap it around the hair tie, then secure with a bobby pin. Starting mid-shaft, backcomb the ponytail, moving toward the hair tie. Slay!
How can I backcomb my hair without a comb?
The hair authority says, “use your fingertips in the same way you would use brush bristles to tease sections of hair at the roots”. Or invest in a soft bristle brush (like the Kent Narrow Grooming Brush) to use instead of a comb, which is also much kinder to the hair.
How do you backcomb your hair without damaging it?
Don’t tear through your hair Always be gentle when backcombing and never aggressively tease the hair, as this is what leads to damage. “When you’re ready to get your hair back to normal, be gentle on the hair and use a soft-bristled brush in small sections to lightly brush the hair out.
How do I backcomb my hair at the crown?
To tease the crown, first brush through hair to remove any tangles. Next, hold the hair straight up with one hand and, with the other hand, use a teasing comb, moving it down the length of the hair from the end towards the base of the scalp in short strokes.
How do I start backcombing?
How to detangle backcombed hair
- Plenty of conditioner.
- Don’t brush them dry.
- Stay away from heat styling.
- Plenty of conditioner.
- Don’t brush them dry.
- Stay away from heat styling.