You deep condition. You skip the cheap shampoo. You book trims regularly.
So why does your stylist still give you that look when they run their hands through your hair?
It’s not the color. It’s not the heat.
It’s that one habit you think is harmless — but it’s quietly wrecking your strands every single day.
Brushing Wet Hair Like It’s Dry? Stop.
This is the number one habit stylists say is silently sabotaging their clients’ hair health: aggressively brushing wet hair with the wrong tool.
It seems harmless. You hop out of the shower, towel dry, and reach for your regular brush. But here’s the truth:
Wet hair is at its most vulnerable. The bonds are softened, the cuticle is lifted, and without the right care — breakage is guaranteed.
Why It’s So Damaging:
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Wet hair stretches more easily, which makes it more prone to snapping.
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Using a traditional paddle or boar bristle brush on wet strands causes tugging and tearing at the root.
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Over time, this results in frizz, split ends, uneven lengths, and a lack of overall shine.
You’re not just detangling — you’re breaking down your hair’s structure.
What to Do Instead
Don’t worry — we’re not saying never brush wet hair again. You just need the right approach.
Here’s what stylists recommend:
1. Use a Detangling Spray
Always prep your damp hair with a leave-in conditioner or detangler. This gives it slip and makes it easier to work through tangles without force.
2. Switch to a Wide-Tooth Comb or Wet Brush
These tools are made specifically for fragile wet hair. Start at the ends and gently work your way up. No ripping. No yanking.
3. Pat, Don’t Rub
That towel wrap you do like you're drying off a dog? Not helping. Always blot or gently squeeze out excess water. Never rub your hair dry.
4. Go Section by Section
If your hair tangles easily, divide it into sections and work one at a time. It takes a few extra minutes — but you’ll save yourself months of breakage and damage.
The Takeaway
Stylists see the same story every day: clients who think they’re doing everything right — and can’t figure out why their hair won’t grow, hold shine, or behave.
Most of the time, the problem isn’t your products. It’s how you’re treating your hair in its most fragile state.
Brushing wet hair like it’s dry is the fastest way to undo all the good you’re doing.
So if you want smoother, shinier, stronger strands? Break the habit now.
Your future hair will thank you.
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