If you’ve ever been to the hair care aisle of any supermarket or beauty supply store, you know just how overwhelming it can be to pick a hair brush or a comb because of the vast range of choices you’ll have to pick from.
What are the different types of hair brushes and combs and what are they really for? Read on if you want to know.
HAIR BRUSHES
- Paddle Brush - a paddle brush is usually rectangular in shape with a cushion on the brush head where the bristles are attached. This type of hair brush is best for smoothing out long hair, though it works pretty well for just about any hair length, too. Check out this paddle brush from Ergo.
- Round Barrel Brush - you can’t get a salon blow out every day, but you can always do it yourself at home if you have the right tools. All you need is your trusty blower and a round barrel brush to achieve gorgeous, voluminous hair whenever you want. A round barrel brush is one of those professional hair styling brushes you need at all times. You could even get a thermal barrel brush like this one from Avanti so you can do away with the blower altogether and make the blowout process a whole lot quicker and easier.
- Wet/Dry Brush - confusing as the name may be, the wet/dry hair brush is actually one of the smartest hair brush inventions out there that everyone will surely enjoy. Like the name suggests, this type of hair brush can be used on wet and/or dry hair to get rid of tangles without tugging too hard or damaging your hair. Check it out here.
- Boar Bristle Brush - Boar bristle brushes are known for being the best of the best for any hair type and hair length. It has tons of benefits that you just won’t get from using hair brushes with plastic bristles. They’re also of superior quality which is why they’re pricier compared to regular hair brushes.
- Vented Brush - a vented brush is the perfect brush to use when drying your hair. The design coupled with the low bristle count allows air to circulate through as you brush your hair so it dries faster. Here’s a fun one from Olivia Garden.
COMBS
- Rat Tail Comb - long, skinny, with a pointed end, the rat tail comb is a must-have for anyone who enjoys creating hairstyles that feature clean, straight lines. This type of comb is usually a part of most hair styling brush sets, though you can always purchase one separately.
- Wide-Tooth Comb - you really shouldn’t be brushing or combing your hair right out of the shower but, if you must, use this. A wide-tooth comb like this one from Pegasus can help detangle your hair without pulling it too hard and breaking it. You can also use it to evenly distribute conditioner on long hair when it’s wet.
- Barber Comb - this is perhaps one of the most common types of combs you’ll see out in the market. This type of hair comb is mostly used for easy, efficient, and precise cutting and styling -- perfect for DIY hair enthusiasts who want to achieve the look of professionally cut and styled hair at home.
