Hair Hacks: Why The Best Hair Brushes Use Boar Bristles

The top hairstylists in the world use boar bristle brushes, and you should too at home —here’s why.

The boar bristle brush has made its way into experts’ regular line-up of hair grooming tools. Valued for its ability to distribute natural oils with ease to detangling tough knots without damage, its benefits are aplenty and undeniable. Here at kimrobinson, boar bristle brushes have been a staple in our rotation of tools for scalp clarifying and styling purposes—leaving everyone who visits our salons with healthier, beautiful hair. Now, recreate the kimrobinson salon experience from the comfort of your own home with our range of expertly-crafted brushes.

Here are three reasons why you should add them to your arsenal of hair tools: 

#1: Unparalleled scalp stimulation

Boar bristles provide a massage-like effect when brushed on your scalp. It is gentle yet stands as an effective tool to stimulate blood circulation in the scalp, enabling hair follicles to receive essential nutrients and oxygen to thrive. They are also great tools for exfoliating any remnants of dust, dead cells and product build-up to facilitate healthy hair growth.

Brushing directly using boar bristles can also soothe muscles and alleviate any tension stored in the body. The relaxing experience increases one’s well-being, and has the ability to boost hair growth cycles while doing so.

Check out our Scalp Brushes here.

#2: Natural shine

High-quality boar bristles work their magic by reducing static electricity and taming frizz, leaving you with smoother, more manageable tresses. As you gently brush, the natural bristles evenly distribute your scalp’s nourishing oils, resulting in a lustrous shine.

#3: Versatility for hair styling

Professionals swear by boar bristle brushes. You can often spot a range of boar bristle tools being put to use backstage at fashion runway shows and photoshoots—simply because of its versatility and overall advantages.

It’s a fantastic companion for styling different hair types. From wavy manes to straight tresses, it has the ability to create sleek up-dos or more defined curls based on your preference.

Due to its unique bristle structure, it is able to lift roots to create a natural lift, distribute natural oils for hydration, and smooth cuticles for a fuller look. By using a boar bristle brush to backcomb and tease hair strands, you can achieve added volume and textures to carry your look with confidence.

Check out our Styling Brushes here.

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