Brushing your hair daily is one of those no-brainers—or so you thought. Sure, the right hair tools sculpt and smooth with heat styling, but the act itself is more important for the health of your hair than anything else. Scalp exfoliation, cell turnover, cuticle buffing—the advantages are endless, and you’ll always end up with glossier locks. Keep these tips in mind next time you grab the handle.
DON'T BRUSH WET HAIR
Hair loses elasticity when wet, and brushing with a regular bristle tool can lead to excess breakage. Detangle with a leave-in conditioner and a comb with teeth instead.
QUALITY VS. QUANTITY GROOMING
Marcia Brady was wrong—you don’t need to brush 100 times for perfect locks. Depending on hair thickness, between 10 to 20 strokes per side is acceptable. Begin by lightly detangling any knots at the base, then work your way up for a full sweep from root to tip.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT BRUSH FOR YOU
A good boar bristle is a solid investment in your beauty kit (and it’s why the Mason Pearson brush is so coveted by all). Those with finer hair will benefit from softer 100% boar bristles, while thicker or coarser hair needs a stronger blend of synthetic and natural fibers.
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Comments
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Mar 08, 2013
Rebekka U.
An expert stylist, Sami, at the salon says to brush your hair 20x in each direction to clear follicles for healthy hair growth. I've been doing this before showering, so my hair is super ready to be cleaned! ( I don't tangle easy so I can go days with out using an actual brush on my hair)
Jan 07, 2013
KrizzTina M.
What about women with natural hair?
Jan 08, 2013
Elisa S.
Jan 09, 2013
KrizzTina M.
Nov 12, 2012
Joyce H.
Brovo Melanie S!! I caught that mistake as well!
Oct 27, 2012
Aby R.
i stoped brushing my hair when wet and i can so see the diference... thanks!
Oct 25, 2012
Melanie S.
This isn't correct - your hair actually gains elasticity when wet, however it can be more probe to breakage if you use the wrong kind of brush - a paddle brush or something similar is perfectly fine
Oct 13, 2012
Gaby T.
I keep my locks curly by using a wide tooth comb in the shower with conditioner, just like mentioned above. Also, it catches the hair and keeps it from going down the drain and needing to call a plumber in every 2 months...
Oct 13, 2012
Dannielle L.
My hair is too thick for a bristle brush :<
Oct 13, 2012
Jade K.
There is no way in hell I could NOT brush my hair with a brush after I got out of the shower haha
Oct 13, 2012
Olivia D.
Wow I never knew that about brushing your hair wet! purchasing a wide tooth comb ASAP!