Today I have a guest post By Jennifer McCarrick of Capillus, all about the hairbrush materials that prevent any breakage in your hair. Enjoy!
Summertime means humidity, and for curly,
thick or unruly hair, high temperatures usually lead to frizz. Believe it or
not, your finishing gel isn’t the only cure for split ends and pouf. In fact,
your styling tools might be a major contributor toward frizzled hair that’s all
too present during the hotter months.
To combat frizz, stick with the following
hairbrush materials.
Boar
Boar bristles come from hogs and are
perfect for sealing the cuticle layer of your hair. These natural, flexible
bristles are excellent at creating a sheen finish on all hair types. Boar
bristles are extremely flexible and can’t withstand styling alone, so
manufacturers often mix them with nylon materials for a stronger hold. Even
though they aren’t 100 percent boar hair, mixed brushes still manage to create
shiny hair and are strong enough to use while styling.
Nylon
Most generic hairbrushes are made from
nylon. They are engineered to be soft and pliable or alternatively, very firm
and stiff. If you suffer from unruly hair, nylon brushes are the best at
providing control while blow-drying. Nylon brushes vary, so opt for a tight
bristle for better hold. The looser spaced bristles aren’t as good at
detangling curly and knotted locks.
Porcupine
Porcupine brushes aren’t actually made of
porcupines. The term is derived from the pattern in which porcupine brushes are
made, also known as the tufted bristle. These brushes are usually made of both
boar and nylon bristles, and the pattern is best for detangling and styling
fine hairs.
Metal
Metal bristles are extremely rigid and
shouldn’t be used on real hair. But, if you’re suffering from hair loss and using
a laser hair therapy product, you might
be wearing a wig to cover balding. Metal bristles are best used for hairpieces
because they are strong enough to detangle false strands. Be sure to opt for
plastic tips as to avoid damaging your wig or hairpiece.
Aside from brush materials, you might be
wondering about the best shape of brush for your needs. There are four main
types of hairbrush heads: round, vented, styling, and cushioned. Vented brushes
feature wide, flexible bristles – best used for blow-drying since they allow airflow
to pass through. For a basic brush, consider cushioned, which is the type most
commonly used in paddle brushes. Round brushes are good for curling, but
require a strong hand since they are more difficult to maneuver. Finally,
classic styling brushes have a half-rounded head with around seven rows of
bristles. These are best used for traditional blowouts.
Thank you Jennifer for the lovely post! If you would like to guest post please email me on pariejoshi@hotmail.co.uk
