Here
are the hair brushing rules you should never break:
1. Use the right brush
You should really do your research and
find the right brush for your hair type. “You might even find that no brush is
best for your hair! And when you do brush, focus on quality over quantity: Just massage your scalp
and carefully get rid of tangles.
2. Brush from tip to root
Brushing
your strands from top to bottom can cause snags and breakage. Instead, you
should brush your hair in sections, starting from the ends and slowly working
your way up the hair. If there’s a really nasty knot, it’s best to use your
fingers to get rid of it.
3. Brush before washing
Because
your strands are weakened when wet, they’re more prone to tangle. To prevent
mats and snarls, start a pre-shower hair brushing ritual before hopping in.
4. Dry your hair before brushing
Hair is at its most vulnerable when it’s wet and breaks easily. Brushes
are harsh on hair at the best of times, and brushing when wet can lead to split ends, permanent damage and breakage. If you
just can’t resist, use a wide tooth comb to detangle wet hair—and when blow
drying, use a vented brush, which has fewer teeth.
The
exception to this rule is if you’ve got curly locks, in which case you should
do the opposite: Comb when wet, not dry.
5. Take your time with tangles
We’re
all famous for ripping out tangles as aggressively as if it were an Olympic
event. Ditch the paddle brush and detangle using a wide tooth comb and
detangling product. If you’re detangling wet or damp hair, apply a conditioner
with plenty of slip, and if dry make sure to apply a detangling cream.
6. Clean your brushes on the regs
Just
like you wash your makeup brushes, you should wash your hair brush once a week.
The bristles get clogged up with hair and you’re brushing this back into your
hair. We recommend removing any hair caught in the bristles, then running the
brush under warm water. Work shampoo into the bristles, creating foam, then
rinse it off completely and towel dry.
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