Different Types of Hair Brushes

Overwhelmed by all the different types of hair brushes? Or is your current hair brush not working for you? Don't stress! ZALA have a full guide on the different types of hair brushes for all purposes and hair types. Read on to find out which brush gives what results

Different Types of Hair Brushes

So, there's all different sizes, bristle types, variations of the hair brush. In this guide, we give you the run down on the most key different types of hair brushes and what they achieve! Let's get into it...

• PADDLE BRUSH: The paddle brush is often a wide, square shaped hair brush, ideal for detangling thick and dry hair. Due to it's wide surface area, the paddle brush can quickly remove knots and tangles from your locks. It can also be used whilst straightening to achieve super sleek results!

• TEASING BRUSH: Otherwise known as back-combing brush. This little guy is used like it's name suggests - to tease and backcomb the hair. Dense rows of nylon bristles are often used to grip the hair and create amazing backcombed styles.

• LOOP BRUSH: One of our favourites at ZALA, of course ;) The loop brush has soft, looped bristles, perfect for gentle brushing of hair extensions. A loop design won't catch on the hair, which prevents breakage and damage to your precious extensions. We recommend no other than our Loop Brush for detangling any knots/matts. Buy yours HERE

• ROUND BRUSH: The round brush is typically used when blow drying. It's round design creates the perfect blow out style, giving lift, volume and bounce to the hair. This design is also good for blow drying fringes/bangs, as well as adding a subtle curl to the end of the hair. You can find the round bush style in various barrel sizes and bristle types, including natural, boar, nylon etc.

• DETANGLING/WET BRUSH: Featuring soft and flexible bristles, a detangling brush (otherwise known and wet brush or tangle teaser) this brush easily removes tangles without pulling or breakage. These brushes can be found in all different shapes and sizes, and typically are designed to mold to the shape of your hand. This brush can also be safely used on wet hair, given the bristle are so gentle :) Perfect for girls who's hair is prone to tangling, as well as those with very thin hair. Buy yours HERE

• MIXED-BRISTLE BRUSH: Lastly, this brush is considered the do-it-all multi purpose brush. Combining a mixture of nylon and natural boar bristles, this brush detangles whilst smoothing and adding shine to your locks. If you're unsure on which of the different types of hair brushes is right for you, this one is sure to tick most of the boxes.

We hope this cleared up the world of hair brushes for you! Which one is best suited to your needs and style? Let us know xx