Get those tangles out with this tip for a quick and easy Homemade Hair Detangler Recipe!

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Spray bottle and bottle of conditioner.

Homemade Hair Detangler Recipe

Got tangles??

If you’ve got curly hair, or thick hair that tangles easily… this easy Homemade Hair Detangler Recipe can be life changing!

Alysa writes: "I am a professional hairstylist. This IS a fantastic tip as a DIY detangler!"

I’ve got long, thick hair and this DIY leave-in conditioner spray is such a game changer… I LOVE it!

After washing and conditioning my hair, I simply spray some on before going through my hair gently with a wide tooth comb.

It makes SUCH a big difference, too!

So go ahead and skip those expensive hair detanglers… now you’ve got a thrifty solution!

It works great on super tangly hair, and is so helpful when brushing out your little girl’s hair, too!

I know you’ll love this simple little Beauty Hack shared by frugal friend Casey!

Go grab a spray bottle and let’s get started!

Here’s what you’ll do…

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What is the Best Natural Hair Detangler?

Well, if you’re looking for a natural hair detangler, the best trick is to just use your favorite natural hair conditioner and add water!

Seriously… it works like a charm!

DIY Hair Detangler Spray – Supplies Needed

You’ll just need a few simple things to make the BEST Homemade Hair Detangling Spray!

1/8 cup of your favorite brand Hair Conditioner

1 cup Distilled Water

8 oz. Spray Bottle (or larger)

How to Make Homemade Hair Detangler Spray

You won’t believe how simple it is to make your own hair detangler!

Go grab a spray bottle and let’s get started!

Here’s what you’ll do…

Fill a small spray bottle with 1 cup HOT distilled water.

Add 1/8 cup of your favorite Hair Conditioner.

Place spray bottle lid back on bottle.

Shake gently to combine, and you’re done!

See… I told you this was going to be EASY!

How to Use Leave In Conditioner

So how do you use leave in conditioner?

Well… it’s simple!

Spray on wet or dry hair, leave it in, gently comb or brush through hair, and watch your tangles come out in a flash!

Note: This formula can easily be altered to fit your hair… if your hair is still having tangles, just add more conditioner.  Or if the formula is too greasy, just add less conditioner.

Play around with the ratios to find what works best for your hair!

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So have you tried this Homemade Hair Detangler Recipe for yourself yet?

Leave a comment & share!

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About Heidi Miller

Heidi Miller is the creator of The Frugal Girls, where she shares easy recipes with massive flavor! She has been creating and sharing recipes online for over 15 years, and brings warmth, expertise, and a personal touch to every recipe. Her work has been featured on Today.com, NBC, Fox, Parade, People, Country Living, Woman’s World, and more!

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33 Comments

  1. Rosalidia Ramos says:

    I’m so glad I found your website! thank you for the tip 🙂

  2. Dawn Solva says:

    I started using vinegar 2 clean back in November & decided that in the new year I would replace all my chemical based products w/ natural products.
    I tried the NO POO 4 the month of December & didn’t like the dry feeling I would get. I decided 2 try the MILK & HONEY shampoo, I have been using this since the 1st of January 7 I love the results. My only issue w/ this is that my hair feels sticky after shampooing, but it dries soft & feels great. My hair has natural red tints in it, my friends keep asking if I had red highlights done, I say no it’s milk & honey.
    I was wondering if any1 had any ideas on how 2 make a natural detangler/conditioner 2 spray on my hair in the morning that will compliment the Milk & Honey I’m shampooing w/. I also want 2 use it on my kids, they have very curly hair.

  3. Sonya says:

    I am looking for a recipe to make homemade shampoo – do you have any?

    1. Danielle says:

      from what I have found its just finding the right amount of baking soda…just mix it with warm water and apply…haven’t tried it yet but will soon…still have a lot of regular shampoo left 🙂

  4. Heather :) :) :) says:

    This is a great tip and so very easy, too. I LOVE it..now is this a “leave-in” detangler? or do you have to wash it out? I read a comment that someone left here on the Facebook comments about going shampoo-less. That sounds interesting, too. Love and hugs from the ocean shores of California, Heather 🙂 🙂 🙂

    p.s. I saw this link on a friend’s Facebook page 😉 🙂

    1. Heidi says:

      Hi Heather ~ we’re so glad to have you here, joining in the $$-saving FUN! For the detangler, you can just spray on a small amount and leave it in. Hope that helps!

      ~ Heidi

    2. Cheryl says:

      I haven’t used shampoo in 3 months. Just diluted conditioner. Works great. My curly hair is more managable.

  5. Rechelle says:

    Been doing this for years, but I must agree with a previous poster. Distilled water is key or you get the mildew smell. I also use a wide tooth comb on my curly hair. :0)

  6. Alysa Canfield says:

    I am a professional hairstylist and I have to tell you that I add about 1/2 teaspoon of conditioner to my water bottle with warm every single day. This IS a fantastic tip as a DIY detangler!

  7. Svetlana says:

    I have to agree with JenT and VictoriaBC about the vinegar. I use 1/2cup of vinegar in 1 cup warm water. After shampooing your hair gently pour the mixture all over the hair and rinse. It works wonderfully! Not to mention my hair is silky smooth and shiny. I’m on a mission to find the best natural recipes.

  8. JenT says:

    I agree with VictoriaBC. My daughter and I use apple cider vinegar/water (about a 1:1 ratio) in the shower as a conditioner. Regular conditioner doesn’t rinse out of our hair due to seriously hard water. I have shoulder length curly hair and my daughter has very long, very straight hair and this works GREAT for both of us. You REALLY can’t smell the vinegar once your hair is dry and my daughter’s hair is far less “tangly” now.

    1. wendy says:

      I just started doing this as well as I read it off another site. Also, the vinegar gets all the leftover residue from commercial products out of your hair! I found my hair is even curlier( I have naturally curly hair) using the vinegar! I use it for me and my daughter and you are right. You cant smell it at all when its dry! LOVE IT!

  9. VictoriaBC says:

    I heard and tried apple cider vinegar and water mixture in a spray bottle or a bottle like a plastic catsup-type bottle. Use it in the shower on wet hair. It worked, and the smell goes away when the hair is dry. Better than the chemicals in conditioner.

    1. Aileen Paz Perez says:

      This is great! I will try it but I will use distilled water in the mix. Thanks for the tip!

      1. Sherry says:

        Just curious, why distilled water?

    2. Merideth says:

      Doing a vinegar rinse in the shower once a month is also a great cleanser for your hair. It removes build up other shampoos miss. It also keeps lice away.

  10. Natalie says:

    I just made me up some for my 8 year old. She is so tender headed and she has been this way since she was born. Plus she gets a tad bit dramatic when it’s time to brush her hair. Lets see how this works!!

    PS. You also know how you run out of shampoo faster than your conditioner? And you have like, 5 bottle of almost gone conditioner just collecting dust? This is PERFECT!! Talk about frugal 🙂

    1. Stephanie Andrews says:

      That is weird it has always been the other way around at my house, we have 1/8 full shampoo bottles all over because I ran out of the matching conditioner.

    2. Sherry says:

      Thanks for the good tip! I will just add the water to the bottle & that will be easier to get out. Thx!