My groomer recommended when I bathe Nezzie who has a thick curly coat, that after wetting her down I cover her chest and trunk with dawn detergent ...Then take the slicker brush and comb her out....I havent tried it yet . She did caution not to use it on her head so it wont get on her eyes...She says it works wonders....she uses it on all her poodles and poodle mixes with the curly hair ....