How to Select the Right Brush
By Carol Belanger
Are you using the right hair brush for your hair care and styling needs? I would guess that the majority of us just grab a brush, don't give it a second thought. However, the proper brush can make a big difference in our ability to style our hair, prevent unnecessary breakage, and can keep the hair shiny and healthy.
Hair brushes come in all shapes, sizes and styles and selecting the right one can be a little overwhelming. Therefore an understanding of the different types of hairbrushes and their use will help you in selecting the right one for you hair care needs.
Radial Brushes - also known as barrel brushes or round brushes. They are designed as a styling aid to give hair curl when used with a blow dryer. They are perfect for short to medium length, bob type hairstyles and they will add volume at the crown and smooth the hair shafts. Note: the larger the barrel the larger the curl and smoothness.
These round brushes also available in a heat conductive material and are called thermal brushes. They actually conduct heat from your blow-dryer so not only are the outside of the hair shaft is drying, the brush bristles are drying the inside hair shaft too.
Thermal Brushes - A unique concept, these actually conduct heat when using heat styling utensils, such as flat irons and blow dryers. Therefore, not only are you just drying the outer surface of the hair with your blow dryer or flat iron the bristles are drying the inside of the hair shaft.
Sculpting brushes are used for backcombing and adds volume to short textured hair or razor-cut hair with sharp edges.
Did you know that brushes with widely spaced bristles are best for long hair, especially slightly heavy ones like those made of heavy plastic, wood or ebonite, which don't cause static or damage hair.
Ionic Hair Brushes - these use negative ions to rid hair of frizz and fly-away hair. They add shine and a soft and smooth finish. Because they flatten each strand and force it to stay straight they do a great job of eliminating fly-away hair and frizz. You can maximize results when used in conjunction with an ionic blow dryer.
Above are just a few options. There are a wide assortment to choose from, for instance paddle brushes, vented brushes, and cushioned just to name a few.
You can read more about hair brushes at Complete Hair Care Therapy and for skin care recipes visit Complete Skincare Therapy
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