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canyouevenchem t1_j4xm59p wrote

Mason Pearson. They come in a variety of types for many different hair types. Definitely worth the price!

Edit: typo

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Alarmed-Product4078 t1_j4ynvgg wrote

Have you used it for regular blow drying? I've always wondered how they held up!

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canyouevenchem t1_j4zqfhw wrote

I haven’t, actually. Not sure I would since I think the heat would not be good for the nylon or boar bristles long-term. I personally use a round brush dryer so I’ve never needed to at any rate!

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Sonystars t1_j4zvhgv wrote

They aren't recommended for heat styling.

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Quail-a-lot t1_j4xstdm wrote

Mason Pearson or Denman Brush

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Alarmed-Product4078 t1_j4ynxwm wrote

Have you used it for regular blow drying? I'd love one but I'm worried about it wearing out/being damaged

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Quail-a-lot t1_j4yxv07 wrote

I do not own a blow dryer. I also do not brush my hair wet. (Calf length hair here, I treat it pretty gently!)

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SimpleVegetable5715 t1_j4y4clk wrote

My BIFL hairbrush is a Mason Pearson. Some people in my family have had theirs since the 1980's. The cost hurt, but I've probably spent way more than that on lesser brushes over the last 20 years.

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Alarmed-Product4078 t1_j4ynk2n wrote

Do you blow dry with it? I have fine, thick, long straight ish hair I blow dry every day. I'd love a mason Pearson because I hate replacing them every 6 months when the brushes etc get dented!!

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SimpleVegetable5715 t1_j57vsrw wrote

I don't, I use a wide toothed comb for blow drying. I have short (bob length) straight hair, medium thickness. I'm worried that the heat from the dryer would damage the rubber pad or the bristles. The brush is great for detangling dry hair and moving the oils from your scalp down your hair. My hair's gotten so shiny since using it and has less static.

Denman brushes are heat resistant, and I've heard good things about them too. Maybe the Denman D38 for your hair type.

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ricardo9505 t1_j4xgqko wrote

Go to a hair supply store and ask for quality. What the hair dressers use as they get their supplies and products from them.

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Kevo_NEOhio t1_j4y7z1l wrote

I have an Ace brush my mom bought me when I was like 12. I’m 38 now

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mariatoyou t1_j4y8kmv wrote

Mason pearson. My big one my mom bought for me 20+ years ago.

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Apprehensive_Pea7911 t1_j4xd4mw wrote

Not all hairbrushes are comparable. Some people have to choose based on the type, material, shape, size, etc. Not all of them are manufactured by all the brands. Not all of them may be suitable for your hair type.

If you just want something that lasts a long time, a good quality wood comb will probably last forever.

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Aggravating_Finish_6 t1_j4ypz8e wrote

I have two hairbrushes made out of boar hair, both at least 10 years old. One is a denman and one is a conair. I don’t use either every day because I have curly hair but 10-15 years of using them occasionally still seems like a good deal

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Empty-Ant6831 t1_j4zpqba wrote

I use denman, also Kent makes very high quality combs and brushes.

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Sonystars t1_j4zvx5n wrote

Eh. I still have my cheap plastic one I bought when I moved out of home.

But I also purchased a Mason Pearson. This was only because I want to extend my wash days, and for that boar bristles were recommended. The brush itself is just OK in my opinion, as the bristles don't go all the way through my hair, so it's difficult to use it to put my hair up for example. It also can't be used for any heat styling.

So, I have my old plastic one I use for heat styling and putting my hair up, but I use the Mason Pearson for brushing it at night to spread the oils.

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haleystudio t1_j509epr wrote

BASS “the green brush” — bamboo handle, wood bristles. Had one that lasted 20 years before the bristles started to loosen. Now on my second and it’s around 10 years old.

I like an oval head fairly flat brush — so it is perfect for me, but my kid thinks the bristles are too rough on the scalp. YMMV.

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marcodiaz16 t1_j50c9xy wrote

Kent Hairbrushes

Made in the UK with fantastic build quality and they have a wide variety of brush types. They’re handmade and use natural boar bristles, the brand has also received the Royal Warrant if you care about that. Mine has lasted ten years and is still going strong.

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waitingforliah t1_j4y031i wrote

I don’t want to come off as rude but why would you want a bifl hairbrush?

I think it’s really hard to clean a brush so it will not be hygienic, and any plastic/wood brush can be use for a couple of years so the waste is not so much

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KittyLikesTuna t1_j4y4lom wrote

Hair brushes are actually pretty easy to clean! Clear out the hair with a comb, a rattail, and/or scissors, and then soak any gunk off of the bristles with a mixture of warm water and dish soap or shampoo. I usually let it sit for ~15 minutes and then scrub it a little against my hand, rinse it out, then let it dry completely before using it again. There are lots of tutorials on YouTube with tips for cushion-type brushes or natural fiber, &c.

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SimpleVegetable5715 t1_j4y584t wrote

You use a comb to remove the hairs, then wash the bristles and handle with soapy water. If it's a plastic or hard rubber brush, you can soak it in warm water with some Dawn dish soap. If there's styling product buildup on the bristles, a wet cleaning toothbrush with some soapy water works well. I'd try to avoid getting rubber pads and wooden handles super wet as much as possible, and don't immerse them, but they can be wiped.

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