Choose Your Fighter! (but its hair brushes)
Are you using the right hairbrush for your hair?
The beauty industry is in a constant state of evolution. If it feels like there’s something new every other day, it’s probably because there is! With new beauty hacks, TikTok shop products, and influencer reviews flooding our feeds day in and day out, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to culminating your personal routine. At Salon Midtown, it’s part of our job to stay up-to-date on the latest and greatest in the beauty world. Let us help ease your decision fatigue.
What is your hair type? What style are you trying to achieve? Is your hair damp or dry? These are all factors to consider when it comes to picking the right tool for the job. Lets break down our options, shall we?
Paddle Brush:
Purpose: Paddle brushes have a flat, wide surface with plastic bristles or pins set in a rubber cushion. They are ideal for detangling long, thick hair and smoothing out straight or slightly wavy hair.
Best for: Long, thick, and straight hair.
Vent Brush:
Purpose: Vent brushes have widely spaced plastic bristles or pins and a vented design, allowing airflow. They're used mainly for quick drying and detangling wet hair.
Best for: Detangling wet hair and speeding up the drying process.
Round Brush:
Purpose: Round brushes have bristles all around a cylindrical or round barrel. They are used for styling, creating curls, waves, and adding volume while blow-drying.
Best for: Creating volume, waves, and curls, especially for medium to long hair.
Teasing Brush:
Purpose: Teasing brushes, also known as rat tail brushes, have narrow bristles and a pointed end. They are used to create volume and lift at the roots by backcombing or teasing the hair.
Best for: Adding volume and texture, especially for updos and hairstyles requiring extra lift at the roots.
Wide-Tooth Comb:
Purpose: Although not a brush, wide-tooth combs are worth mentioning. They have widely spaced teeth and are used primarily for detangling wet hair without causing damage or breakage.
Best for: Detangling wet hair, distributing conditioner, and minimizing breakage in all hair types, especially curly hair.
Boar Bristle Brush:
Purpose: Boar bristle brushes are made with natural bristles sourced from boars. They help distribute natural oils from the scalp to the ends of the hair, resulting in shinier, healthier-looking hair.
Best for: Fine to medium hair, and for distributing natural oils from the scalp.
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