Hairbrush

Hairbrush is a tool with bristles, wire or other filaments, used in hair care for smoothing, styling, and detangling human hair, or for grooming an animal's fur. It can also be used for styling with a hair dryer.

History

The hairbrush has a long history and has been transformed through numerous patents. Around 1898, Lyda D. Newman, an African-American woman from New York, invented an improved hairbrush design that allowed for easy cleaning and had bristles separated wide enough to efficiently carry out its intended purpose.

Types of Hairbrushes

There are several types of hairbrushes including the paddle brush, round brush, and the teasing brush. Each type of hairbrush has a unique design that can handle different hair types and lengths, and they are used to achieve different styles.

Paddle Brush

The Paddle Brush is flat and wide. It is used for straightening and smoothing hair.

Round Brush

The Round Brush is a cylindrical brush that is used for straightening and curling hair. It is often used with a hair dryer to add volume.

Teasing Brush

The Teasing Brush is used for backcombing which creates volume. It is smaller in size and has bristles that are close together.

See Also

• Comb
• Hair care
• Hair styling tools

References

Hairbrush Resources
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