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How to Choose the Best Brushes and Combs. Hair in a tangle? Follow these steps to choose
the perfect brush or comb. You will need Your hair type and your styling needs. Step 1.
Determine your hair type, which can range from fine hair that is straight and silky,
to coarse hair that is curly or wiry. Most hair falls between these two extremes. When
determining your hair type, base it on your hair's natural tendencies, not your preferred
style. Step 2. Assess your hairstyling needs. If you blow-dry, curl, or straighten your
hair, you'll need a special brush. Step 3. Choose a brush. Use a padded paddle brush
for medium to long hair, but if you have very short hair, you may not need a brush. Step
4. Choose a comb. A pick or wide-toothed comb works well to detangle coarse hair. Those
with short, fine hair can use a finer-toothed comb. Detangle coarse hair and separate curls
with your fingers Step 5. Choose a styling brush. For quick blow-drying, use a vented
brush. To create body and waves or smooth frizziness, use a rounded brush with nylon
or natural bristles. Step 6. Look for quality. Brushes should have comfortable, ergonomic
handles, and nylon bristles should have molded, round tips. Plastic combs should be free of
seams that can snag hair. Did you know Did you know? The first vented, synthetic-bristled
hairbrush was patented by American Lydia Newman in 1898.