Wash, dry and comb your hair gently. Many people handle their hair roughly in the shower, scrubbing it from the roots to the tips. Then they towel it dry vigorously and brush out the tangles. This routine is terrible for hair, which is more fragile and breakable when it's wet. Don’t scrub it, rub it, wring it out or brush it. Being gentle with your hair will prevent breakage.
Don't brush your hair, since this can cause it to break, especially when it's wet. After your shower, use a wide-tooth comb to gently comb out the tangles, working from the tips upward instead of the roots downward.
Gently pat your hair with a towel to absorb the excess moisture, then let it finish air drying.