5 Types of Hair Brushes You Need, and How to Use Them
The right hair brush can be a total game changer. Whether you’re styling your hair in an updo, playing up your natural waves, opting for a Hollywood glam blowout or detangling stubborn knots, there’s a hair brush for the job. And often, choosing the right brush and using it correctly will make all the difference in your look.
Should you opt for a round brush? A paddle brush? A brush with boar bristles? It all depends on which result you want to achieve. To help you figure out which type you need, we spoke to Penny James, hair stylist and certified trichologist at Penny James Salon in New York.
1. Thermal Brush
Thermal brushes are made with materials that conduct heat, which can help you blow dry more efficiently. This one from Harry Josh® Pro Tools has a magnesium alloy barrel that helps speed up drying time, which translates to less heat damage to hair. Its nylon bristles provide superior grip, which makes it easy to create a smooth, voluminous finish. “This brush is also great for creating good beach waves, by wrapping small sections of hair around the brush,” says James.
2. Boar Bristle Brush
Boar bristle brushes are best to bring out the natural texture of straight, wavy or curly hair without snagging or pulling, since the natural bristles are gentle on all hair types. Additionally, they’re excellent at distributing oils from the scalp evenly through the rest of your hair. “Not only do boar bristle brushes do a great job at detangling long hair, but the bristles are spaced out enough for the hair not to get tangled when brushing,” says James.
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