Hair Care Secrets: Brush Basics

With so many different styles, it’s hard to know which brush is best for your head of hair. Here are seven stylist-recommended picks to start your search.

1″-3″ Barrel Round Brush

For major volume and a bit of curl, add a round brush to your routine. They come in multiple different sizes and are measured according to the width of their barrel. I prefer a 3″ width because it gives my long locks just the right about of bounce.

Synthetic Detangling Brush

Have thick, tangly hair or extensions? These synthetic bristles are just what you need. Simply get the brush wet and slowly run it through your hair. It detangles snarls without causing further damage.

Natural Bristle Brush (Splurge or Save)

If you have fine or straight hair, natural bristles are a great option. These brushes are definitely pricey, but the results are arguably worth it. The premium-grade boar hair is gentle on your scalp, helps to stimulate your hair follicles and distributes shine giving oils from your roots to ends.

Mixed Bristle Brush (Stylist Favorite)

This mixed bristle style combines boar hair with synthetics, giving you the best of both worlds–the natural components give shine while the synthetic parts detangle.  It’s also a favorite among stylists because it works for most hair types.

Simple Vented Brush

A vented style is key to a quick blowout because the slots in the frame allow air to hit your hair from all angles. This not only cuts your drying time, but it also helps to reduce heat damage to your ends. Less time under the dryer means more time to spend elsewhere.

Wooden Paddle Brush

If you’re a no-fuss gal, add a paddle brush to your routine. It’s ideal for blowouts because it minimizes frizz without creating a ton of volume. Use it wet or style with it dry, this brush comes in handy every day of the week.

Combo Teasing Brush + Pick

Tease your tressles with this boar bristle brush. The handle pick separates and parts while the bristles give lift to your roots. This winning combination never fails to create the perfect amount of oomph.

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