There is a variety of combs and brushes to choose from, and there are different types of hair. This article will help you decide which ones are right for you. Using the wrong comb or brush can cause long-term damage.
Steps
Step 1. Try out all the combs and brushes that interest you
Don't do this on your hair, as you risk damaging it. Test them on the knotted ones of a doll or on a wig. Avoid doing this on those of your friends or family, as it could harm them too.
- As you try them on, observe the way they untangle your hair. Identify the ones that might be right for you, try them on your hair, but do it only on the last 3 cm of the tips, always to avoid damaging them.
- Try them on wigs and knotted doll hair. See if they cause damage. Does it seem like a comb or a brush is not for you? Do not test it on your hair.
- Choose the comb or brush that doesn't cause any harm. Before doing this, do a lot of testing to make sure it is truly ideal for you.
Step 2. Choose a brush that has the right amount of bristles or teeth
Most work well if they have a lot of them, so try to figure out if the ones you're reviewing have this feature. In short, the perfect brush should be based on a correct combination of quality and quantity of bristles or teeth, which should be at least 100. Obviously, always remember that it should not damage the hair. Prefer wooden combs and brushes, which are more delicate.
Step 3. In addition to all these factors, you also need to know that brushes and combs have different shapes
Try to figure out which one is right for you. Here are some of them:
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Flat brush; it is a rectangular head brush that stimulates blood circulation in the scalp area. It is ideal for medium to long hair and is useful for detangling it.
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Brush with long teeth; it is a brush with an oval head and long teeth, made of plastic or wood, which penetrate the thickest hair. It is perfect for full-bodied or curly hair.
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Round brush; has an oval or round head, massages the scalp and distributes natural sebum. It is good for all hair types.
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Wide-toothed comb; as the name suggests, it is meant for parting and detangling hair; you can use it even when they are wet, to distribute the shampoo or conditioner. It is great for removing knots and works on all types of hair.
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Boar bristle brush; massages the head with its natural bristles and has a kind of cushion at the base. Each bristle stimulates the scalp to improve circulation and adequately distribute the natural sebum, making the hair shinier and more manageable.
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Fine-toothed comb; there are different sizes and it is good for daily use. You can use it to soften and make dry hair look shinier.
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Advice
- If you want to detangle your hair after washing it, use a wide-toothed comb, nothing else. Don't comb your hair too much when wet, or it will wrinkle.
- Sometimes it is best to alternate between the various types of brushes and combs. Just as you have different types of skin care, it is ideal to use them in a specific order. Start with the long tooth brush or wide tooth comb to get rid of all those annoying knots, continue with the round brush to give a relaxing massage and distribute the sebum on the hair. Afterwards, make them silky with the flat one and, finally, give it a touch of shine with a regular comb.
