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For hairstylists like Dickson, its a rite of passage: Its pricey but made beautifully.
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The mixed boar and nylon bristles make it a standout choice for fine hair in particular.
The brush is gentle and efficient, reducing breakage and ensuring fine hair stays smooth and manageable.
It also features a handle for better grip, making it especially convenient to wield in the shower.
Even the pros swear by it.
Its super gentle on fine hair, and the vented cushion helps reduce blow-dry time.
Thishair-straightening brushheats quickly and holds heat longer, so you’re able to style faster and more efficiently.
Its perfect for lifting the roots and creating that big, bouncy blowout look, says Nino.
The extra-long barrel offers more coverage and faster styling, especially for longer hair.
Its especially great for building volume at the roots and creating smooth, bouncy blowouts without stressing delicate strands.
Mixed boar and nylon bristles are essential for smoothing frizz without stressing the hair, says Dickson.
When styling with a dryer, I always use this brush on almost-dry or dry hair.
It gives me control without pulling too hard.
Too much tension can lead to breakage, especially on fine or fragile strands.
This brush has a lightweight design with nylon bristles that allow for easy movement without tugging, says Boss.
Bristle material:nylon and boar
What makes a brush good for fine hair?
A good brush for fine hair should be gentle, lightweight, and designed to prevent breakage.
You cant go wrong with boar bristles.
They also create way less friction than other bristles, which is a big win for fine hair.
Flexible bristles or a cushioned base can also help prevent snags, making detangling smoother.
She styles in this order because the boar-nylon combination can add too much tension on damp hair.
Is there a certain way to brush fine hair to minimize damage?
How you brush fine hair makes a big difference in preventing damage.
It will have more flexible bristles.
This helps minimize breakage and tugging.
Its great for smoothing the cuticle, stimulating the scalp, and distributing natural oils.
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