Everything You Need to Know About Brushing Your Hair!
We do everything we can to keep our hair healthy and beautiful. A hair mask here, some hair serum there, a quick trim of the ends—and repeat. But we don’t hear much about how we brush our hair. In this blog post, we’ll dive a little deeper into the subject. We’ll break down for you why it’s so important to brush your hair the right way.
Shine and volume from brushing your hair
Did you know that brushing your hair adds shine? When you gently brush your hair, you smooth out the cuticles. Because the cuticles lie flat, your hair reflects light, creating a shiny effect. If you have fine hair, styling it with a brush can help you create more volume.
How does brushing affect your scalp?
Brushing your hair cleanses the scalp. You remove dead skin cells, chemical residues from hair products, and other debris that gets trapped in your hair. If you don’t brush your hair regularly, the pores or capillaries on your scalp can become clogged. This can lead to irritation or inflammation of the scalp.
How does it affect your blood circulation?
You also stimulate blood circulation by brushing your hair regularly, which helps your hair grow better. Brushing delivers oxygen and nutrients to the hair roots. This not only stimulates hair growth but also strengthens the hair roots. And strong hair roots mean less hair loss.
What about sebum?
The sebaceous glands produce sebum. By brushing your hair, you distribute the sebum from the hair roots to the ends. This naturally moisturizes your hair. You can think of it as a kind of natural conditioner or oil for your hair. When you brush out this natural oil, you distribute it throughout your hair. This results in more resilient, shiny, less dry, and softer hair. And who wouldn’t want that? Especially when you can do it naturally—and for free ;-)!
So which hairbrush should I choose?
Now you know why it’s so important to brush your hair. But that brings us to the second question: which brush should you use? You might not realize it, but the quality of the brush is just as important as the way you brush your hair. We’re highlighting two popular brushes. With these brushes, you can gently brush your hair!
The Knot Dr.
This hairbrush is a must-have for your bathroom cabinet. The Knot Dr. is a paddle brush featuring no fewer than 212 bristles. The flexible bristles ensure that you can detangle your hair without pulling. The brush has an ergonomic handle, making it comfortable to hold. And the soft cushion pad ensures that you can detangle your hair painlessly, preventing breakage. The bristles are extra flexible and gently massage the scalp (good for blood circulation and hair growth at the same time!). And for the swimmers and athletes among us, there’s The Knot Dr. Pro Swim and The Knot Dr. Pro Sport. We all know what hair looks like after a swim or workout. With this hairbrush, you can easily handle this hair situation.
What kind of reviews does The Knot Dr. receive?
If you're thinking about buying a new toothbrush, you'll want to be sure it actually does what it promises. Here are a few reviews from people who have already tested it.
""A great brush that definitely works better at untangling knots than others. I definitely recommend it."
"The absolute best brush ever. What a wonderful brush. It glides so smoothly through your hair."
"Wow, what an amazing brush—I can't say anything else about it. I'm one of the lucky ones who got to test this brush. When I opened the package, I immediately noticed the fun color. It’s not a boring brush—it’s just a cheerful shade. The description promised a lot. But does it live up to the hype? At first, I didn’t think so. My daughter, with her long locks, really hates having her hair brushed. But that’s all over now! The brush fits comfortably in your hand, and when you brush your hair, you really notice how flexible it is. The bristles are flexible and anything but stiff. So if you press too hard? They just give a little. The brush also glides really smoothly through your hair. So I genuinely highly recommend it!''
Tangle Teezer
This hairbrush is a classic! It’s no wonder that so many hairstylists and salons choose this brush. The Tangle Teezer is a professional hairbrush specially designed to prevent hair from tangling or knotting. This brush doesn’t pull on the tangles. Thanks to the Tangle Teezer’s flexibility, it gently and painlessly removes tangles. This prevents hair breakage. And last but not least: the design. There’s a brush for every taste. Are you a Hello Kitty fan? Or would you rather go for the chic Marble Tangle Grey Teezer?
Want to buy a hairbrush at JohnBeerens.com?
Are you looking for a better hairbrush for your hairstyle? In our brush collection, you’ll find high-quality brushes to suit every budget and taste. Think of brands like The Knot Dr., Tangle Teezer, Delphin & Emmerence, and Waterclouds. Not sure which brush to choose? Feel free to contact one of our beauty specialists or leave your question in the comments below so we can give you some advice!
