# Should curly hair get conditioner from root to tip?

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Yes. The American Academy of Dermatology says dry or curly hair should get conditioner along its entire length. Comb it in the shower before you rinse.

## Where conditioner goes

Fine or straight hair only needs conditioner on the ends. Dry or curly hair should get it along the whole length.

## When to detangle

For thick, curly hair, AAD says the best time to comb is in the shower before rinsing out your conditioner, with a wide-tooth comb.

## When to stop

Stop a product and see a board-certified dermatologist if you get burning, swelling, blistering, hives, or symptoms that get worse. Get urgent help for trouble breathing or swelling of the face or lips.

## Source

1. [American Academy of Dermatology: Tips for healthy hair](https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/hair-scalp-care/hair/healthy-hair-tips)

*Reviewed September 23, 2026. General education, not diagnosis or personal medical advice.*